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
- Swiss talent platform (coming soon)
- Investment platform (coming soon)
- 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
How Haelixa is using DNA markers to power transparency across the food supply chain
The seeds of sustainability startup Haelixa were first sown when its co-founders Gediminas Mikutas and Michela Puddu, connected over their shared passion for making the value chain more open and accountable. From fabrics to food, Haelixa is committed to ensuring...
Foodetective raises $5.5 million in seed funding round
Valley Partner Foodetective, a tech-enabled hospitality startup, has raised $5.5 million (CHF 5.25 million) in a seed round led by Prediction Capital. The team is now building its most sought-after feature, ‘Intelligence’, which will push smart notifications &...
Mirai Foods collaborates with Rügenwalder Mühle to develop a hybrid product
Mirai Foods, the Swiss cultivated meat startup from Zurich, has partnered with Rügenwalder Mühle, the sustainability pioneer and meat alternatives market leader in Germany, to develop a hybrid product. Rügenwalder Mühle plans to build on their positioning as an...
Upcoming events
07 December | 10:00 am - 11:00 amPartners’ Quarterly Meet Up
01.17.2023 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pmMeet The Valley
01.24.2023 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmSFNV Communications Roundtable
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.