Earth First Food Ventures, a leading venture capital platform specializing in ESG and impact investments in innovative food technologies (including land-based aquaculture (RAS), Biomass Fermentation and Precision Fermentation today announced the launch of a new $10 million funding round in collaboration with Securitize, the leader in tokenizing real-world assets.
Investors interested in disruptive food technologies and smart proteins can participate in this Series A round immediately. Only accredited investors from the US and international markets will be eligible to purchase tokens, subject to KYC and AML requirements, by subscribing to EFFV’s shares (Ticker EFFV) through the Securitize platform or directly from the EFFV website.
EFFV will use the funds raised to strategically invest in Synthetic Biology (SynBio) and the Alternative Dairy (Alt-Dairy) sector developed through Precision Fermentation. The investment will expand its portfolio in the Alt-Dairy sector using SynBio technologies, launch a US50m fund dedicated to “The Future of Dairy from Precision Fermentation” and support team growth. The funding will also strengthen the company’s position as a leader in the “Dairy without the cow” industry.
Digital Asset Tokenization democratizes access to investment, enabling investors to invest in SynBio, and underscores EFFV’s commitment to revolutionizing the food industry with sustainable solutions. The new funds build on the success of last year’s $3 million seed round led by several Greek Family Offices.
The process of converting real-world assets into digital tokens on a blockchain, allows accredited American and international investors—individuals or institutions meeting specific requirements set by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)—to diversify their portfolios with a sustainable investment offering committed to re-engineering finance for the good of the planet. This opportunity, available exclusively through Securitize, requires a minimum investment of US100,000 and is available to accredited investors only. The EFFV tokens can be purchased on the Securitize platform.
Launched in 2020, EFFV is financing the green revolution in food tech and smart proteins. The SynBio field combines DNA engineering to design and construct new biological systems or modify existing ones by reprogramming the genetic code of organisms from microbes to plants to animal cells. The company has four current asset classes: Land-based Aquaculture, Egg replacement from Precision fermentation, ‘Dairy without the cow,’ and ‘Dairy farms of the future also from Precision Fermentation.’
Brian Ruszczyk, Co-Founder & CEO of Earth First Food Ventures, said, “We are excited to announce the launch of our Series A round on the Securitize platform. This step helps us become a leader in the scaling of ‘Dairy without the cow’ in collaboration with global strategic partners. The traditional Dairy industry is facing a dairy deficit to the tune of 20-30m tons by 2030. That’s a US 60-90Bn opportunity that needs solving. Our solution is “Dairy without the cow. The technologies from Precision Fermentation exist today to move towards the production of bio-identical bovine whey at price parity with traditional dairy. It requires infrastructure and manufacturing capacity to be realized at a commercially viable scale. This is the mission of EFFV.
“More importantly, the EFFV platform enables a diverse group of individuals, who often face barriers in venture capital, to invest smaller amounts into our holding company, such as $100,000 instead of $1,000,000, allowing them to support impactful investment opportunities. This inclusive approach aligns with our commitment to democratizing investment and fostering innovation, ensuring that more people can contribute to and benefit from our mission of transforming the dairy industry.”
The Alternative Protein & Synthetic Biology industry is revolutionizing traditional food production and is expected to grow at approximately 11% CAGR by 2035, presenting exciting opportunities for investment and innovation.
About Earth Food Ventures (EFFV)
Earth First Food Ventures (EFFV) is a venture capital platform offering ESG/impact investing in innovative food technologies and plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated assets. EFFV invests in disruptive food technologies and Smart Proteins. The company focuses on sustainable, green investing in food technology. It channels climate capital towards smart proteins, including plant-based assets, fertilization, and cultivated seafood.
