Rethink Food Newsletter September 2024
Spotlight: AI and Plant Genomics At Rethink Food, we are particularly excited about how AI is transforming plant genomics, making it easier to develop improved crops. In our recent blog post, our very own Brad Jakeman outlines how AI speeds up the process of identifying genetic traits that enhance plant growth, disease resistance, and adaptability to […]
From the Ground Up: How AI is Cultivating the Future of Plant Genomics
At Rethink Food, we are particularly excited about AI disruption in the area of plant genomics. To develop the next generation of tailored plant breeding that could transform food security and climate change adaptation, scientists and startups are exploring new horizons by using AI and big data to decipher the intricate world of plant genomes.1 […]
Are plant-based meats cooked? Rethink Food’s Brad Jakeman shares with AgFunder
Rethink Food Newsletter April 2024
Spotlight: Plant-Based Meats In late March, our team joined fellow industry professionals at the Future of Food-Tech conference. Amidst the conversations about AI and climate disclosures, the topic that appeared to be at the forefront of many conversations was the state of alternative proteins. We’ve been monitoring the rise and pitfalls alternative proteins since our […]
Are Plant-Based Meats Cooked?
Plant-based meats – complex recipes of soy, oils, yeast, and potatoes that mimic the texture, appearance, and even “bleeding” of flesh – appeared to be unstoppable for a while. Beyond Meat’s stock shot up 163% on the day it went public in May 2019, marking the biggest one-day performance for a major American firm in […]
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Rini Greenfield discusses her Rethink Food venture capital fund with esteemed academic and ESG writer, Robert Eccles
Rini Greenfield discusses her Rethink Food venture capital fund with academic and ESG writer, Robert Eccles
Rethink Food 2023 Impact Report
We began Rethink Food with a mission to help digitize and decarbonize the food system for the betterment of the people and planet. Today, we’re able to showcase how we believe our portfolio companies are working to change the world – and our plates – for decades to come. Check out our 2023 Impact Report!
Rethink Food Newsletter September 2023
Spotlight: AI and the Food System It’s hard these days to read about any industry where the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not discussed. At Rethink Food, we have been focused on AI-enabled companies since inception, and now they make up a significant percentage of our portfolio. For example: Brightseed uses its advanced […]