Supplant is a biotechnology platform that transforms agricultural side-streams, such as corn cobs and oat hulls, into healthier sugar substitutes. This approach addresses the environmental and health impacts of refined sugar by utilizing abundant, often wasted resources to create sustainable food ingredients.
Funding
$42.1M 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
Refined sugar production has significant environmental and health impacts, while agricultural side-streams like corn cobs and oat hulls are often wasted resources. Current food systems lack sustainable alternatives to refined sugar that can be produced at scale.
Solution
Supplant transforms agricultural side-streams, such as corn cobs, oat hulls, and wheat straw, into healthier and more sustainable sugar substitutes. By utilizing these abundant, often wasted resources, Supplant creates ingredients that can replace refined sugar and starch in various food products. This approach aims to reduce the environmental impact of food production while offering healthier alternatives to consumers. The resulting ingredients are designed to be as delicious and functional as traditional sugars, allowing for seamless integration into existing food manufacturing processes.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes food manufacturers looking for sustainable and healthier alternatives to refined sugar, as well as consumers seeking food products with reduced environmental impact and improved nutritional profiles.
Features
- Converts agricultural side-streams into sugar substitutes
- Offers a sustainable alternative to refined sugar and starch
- Ingredients can be seamlessly integrated into existing food manufacturing processes