Pioneering future-proof
food systems. Together.
We unite the Swiss food ecosystem to build on Switzerland’s strengths as a food nation.
Stories from our ecosystem
5 questions on side stream valorisation for Rethink Resource CEO Linda Grieder Kern
Side stream valorisation focuses on repurposing by-products from food processing waste streams into high-value products. Rethink Resource plays a pivotal role in this space by offering guidance on projects around new value-creating opportunities for industrial side...
5 questions on turning side streams into delicious products for Luya co-founder Flavio Hagenbuch
More and more people are reducing their meat consumption for sustainability, health, and animal welfare reasons. Valley partner Luya aims to meet growing demand for a versatile, organic protein source made from natural ingredients that’s good for both people and...
Givaudan, Nestlé R+D Accelerator Lausanne and FoodHack launch the 2025 FoodTech World Cup
The future of food is personalised, functional, and built for better health. As science uncovers the deep links between nutrition and well-being, innovative startups are taking a leading role in redefining how we nourish people worldwide. Valley partners Givaudan,...
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 scaling
We develop the resources that Valley partners need to grow and have impact.
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
Upcoming events
18 March | 1:30 pm - 5:30 pmState of Play | Side stream valorisation
18 March | 1:30 pm - 6:00 pmOpen Innovation x Sustainability | ZFV
20 March | 10:00 am - 6:00 pmOpen Exploration Workshop in Weinfelden
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.