This startup transforms spent grains from brewing into high-fiber, protein-rich flours, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional food ingredients. By utilizing this byproduct, the company enhances the nutritional quality of baked goods while minimizing waste and environmental impact.
Funding
$5.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
The brewing industry generates substantial amounts of spent grain, a byproduct that often goes to waste despite its nutritional value. Traditional baking flours also require significant land and water resources, contributing to environmental strain.
Solution
Agrain addresses these issues by upcycling spent grains from the brewing process into high-fiber, protein-rich flours. This process reduces waste, minimizes the environmental impact associated with traditional flour production, and creates a new category of sustainable food ingredients. Agrain's spent grain flours can be used in place of conventional flours in a variety of food products, enhancing their nutritional profile while reducing their carbon footprint. The company offers different types of spent grain flour, each with unique taste and aroma profiles derived from the original grains used in the brewing process.
Target Audience
Agrain targets food industry businesses, bakeries, restaurants, and retailers seeking sustainable and nutritious ingredients, as well as home bakers interested in eco-friendly baking options.
Features
- Upcycled spent grain flour, a byproduct of the brewing industry
- High in fiber and protein compared to traditional baking flours
- Sustainable production process that requires no additional farmland or water
- Three distinct flour varieties (01, 02, and 03) with unique aroma and taste profiles
- Suitable for a wide range of baking applications, including bread, buns, and pastries
- Option to calculate the sustainability impact of using Agrain's ingredients
- Organic certification for production and head office operations