Pioneering future-proof
food systems. Together.
We unite the Swiss food ecosystem to build on Switzerland’s strengths as a food nation.
What we do
We collaborate to
co-create, innovate
and shape the
future of food.
Who we are
We’re a network of Swiss food innovators – from universities, large enterprises, innovation accelerators and investors to government bodies, SMEs and startups. We’re committed to reshaping food systems to drive better human and planetary health.
Our strategic pillars
Networking & knowledge sharing
We connect and unite Swiss innovators through our events and communication channels.
Impact
Platform projects
We bring Valley partners together to co-create projects that shape the future of food.
Innovation infrastructure
We develop the resources that Valley partners need to grow and have impact.
Find out more
- Switzerland as a cultured food nation
- Valley job platform
- FoodTech Investor Deal Flow
- Facilities platform (coming soon)
Global
impact
We collaborate with global partners to share Swiss food innovation on the global stage.
Find out more
- Annual “Walking the Valley” event for international startups
Stories from our ecosystem
YASAI AG achieves coveted B Corp Certification and is ready for expansion
Zurich-based startup YASAI is delighted to announce a significant milestone with its B Corp certification. This accolade showcases YASAI's commitment to social and environmental responsibility and the promotion of a sustainable business culture. The B Corp...
Meet 3 Swiss researchers shaping the future of food
The Future Food Initiative provides an opportunity to educate and train new talent around the food value chain by leveraging the complementary strengths of the Swiss academic and industrial research communities. Meet this year’s three winners and find out more about...
Christoph Jenny: 4 things I learnt while scaling Planted
In our third article in our series on scaling, we sat down with Christoph Jenny, Co-founder & member of the Executive Board of Planted, to hear what he has learnt over the past four years while scaling Planted from a ETH university spin-off to fastest growing...
Upcoming events
17 October | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmMeet the Valley
24 October | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmFeeding the Future: Innovating Urban Food Systems
- 09 November | 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
JOINT EVENT AT HES-SO VALAIS/WALLIS
Join us
Based in Switzerland?
Companies listed in the Swiss Commercial Registry are welcome to apply to become part of our growing network.
Based
abroad?
Organizations that are not yet active in Switzerland can become a Friend of the Valley and receive early-bird invites and tailored updates.