The premier global connection hub for the F&A industry
Foodbytes is a trusted connector rooted in food and ag sector expertise, industry connections, innovation trends and agrifood insights.
Who we are
Foodbytes is an online connection hub for startups, corporates and investors, exclusive to the food and ag industry.
With a growing database of more than 1,200 verified global startups and 200 corporates and investor subscribers, we offer relevant connections, thematic insights, curated startup lists, all powered by Rabobank’s deep knowledge and network.
Over the past eight years, Foodbytes has developed unique criteria for picking winners. Our more than 450 selected startups have raised over $3.4B in funding, outpacing their peers. Using Foodbytes, corporates can solve their pain points and innovate more efficiently. For startups, Foodbytes is the entry point into Rabobank’s network, providing continuous exposure to potential partners and investors.
Foodbytes is where vetted startups, pioneering corporates and insightful investors come together to make the business of food better.
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Our vision
The right connections at the right moment in time. We know that it’s not more that corporates and investors are looking for – it’s a better fit, tailored to meet your priorities and needs. For startups, it’s access to those who can help them scale their businesses efficiently and effectively. Whether you’re an innovation-mature corporate or an innovation-curious investor, a seed or Series D startup, we aim to help those who are equipped to drive sustainable innovation find the right partners to achieve their goals.
Our history
Since 2015, FoodBytes! has galvanized collaboration across the value chain, from partnerships, to investments and acquisitions, to R&D and piloting. What began as a pitch competition evolved into a membership-driven program in 2021 and 2022 and has grown into a more inclusive and accessible online platform, launched in February 2023. Through our new online connections hub, we aim to exponentially scale our reach and impact.
