Reduced utilizes proprietary fermentation technology to transform upcycled produce byproducts into natural flavor enhancers for the foodservice and industrial sectors. This approach not only minimizes food waste but also provides sustainable ingredients with a low carbon footprint, meeting the growing demand for environmentally responsible food solutions.
Funding
$12.5M 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.
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Product
Problem
The food service and industrial sectors face increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices and reduce food waste. Traditional flavor enhancers often lack transparency regarding their environmental impact and may not align with consumer demand for eco-friendly options.
Solution
Reduced offers natural flavor enhancers created through proprietary fermentation technology that transforms upcycled produce byproducts. This approach minimizes food waste by converting side streams from the food and agriculture industries into clean-label food ingredients. By measuring the complete carbon footprint, from raw materials to production, Reduced provides transparent and sustainable flavor solutions.
Target Audience
The primary customers are in the foodservice and industrial sectors seeking sustainable, clean-label flavor solutions with a reduced environmental impact.
Features
- Proprietary fermentation process for upcycling food industry byproducts
- Natural flavor enhancers with a low carbon footprint
- Transparent CO2-equivalent reporting using CarbonCloud's measurement system
- Portfolio of four products made from ingredients like broken rice, lentils, apple pomace, and second-sort vegetables
- Certified organic production process
- Targeting IFS Global Marks Food certification