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This database includes high potential projects and companies in the agrifood sectors based and working primarily in Switzerland, founded or active since 2000 and still operational. The maturity phase ranges from initial concept (formation or validation) up to those that are trying to capture a larger market space (growth and then established). Discover the companies by using the search filters. Sort the list by clicking on the arrows next to founding year, canton and phase. If your innovation is missing, please add your project here .

Company Name	Founding year Canton Phase	Areas of Activity [Subareas]	Technology
Planet Horizons Technologies (Aqua4D Water Solutions)	2004 VS established	Climate technologies & mitigation & CO2-reduction, Food, Farming or Forestry [ Farming & agriculture, Resource sufficiency, Water Management ]	Physical & chemical & nano technologies
		Aqua-4D® Water Solutions, based in Switzerland, offers a cutting-edge technology which maximizes irrigation efficiency while solving several common problems. A Swiss Cleantech company present in over 40 countries, Aqua-4D® has developed an innovative system which subtly alters the structure of water. Whatever your specific needs, the Aqua-4D® system adapts to your specific needs to bring solutions to your problems.
Basis 57 Nachhaltige Wassernutzung	2007 UR growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Biodiversity and ecosystem protection, Electricity, Farming & agriculture ]	agricultural technologies, Bio technologies
		The Gotthard-Basis tunnel in Southern Switzerland causes drainage of the drilled-through rock. Basis 57 Nachhaltige Wassernutzung uses the warm and clean mountain water exiting at the north portal as a natural resource for food production. The breeding of edible fish such as the Gotthard pike-perch and the generation of the necessary thermal energy are the main focus here.
Pakka	2007 ZH growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	Low technology
		We offer a range of high-quality organic and Fairtrade snacks under the Pakka brand to individual and business customers (in particular, the restaurant and catering trade, and wholesalers).
Decentlab GmbH	2008 ZH established	Environment, sustainability & hazard prevention management, Food, Farming or Forestry [ air quality, Building technology, Energy efficiency, Environmental monitoring, Farming & agriculture, Water Management ]	Enabling technologies
		Decentlab GmbH has developed a measurement and monitoring system that delivers data to the computer without cabling. Data on the condition of bridges or trees, for example. Participation: Decentlab is a Swiss company providing wireless sensor devices and services for distributed, cost-effective monitoring solutions. The sensor devices communicate wirelessly over LoRaWAN® and are designed for ultra low power consumption, capable of operating on batteries for several years. The devices are built for industrial applications and are ready to be deployed in any harsh indoor or outdoor environment. The service framework provides convenient access to measurement data and enables seaml
SwissShrimp	2016 AG growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Farming & agriculture, Food production & retail ]	agricultural technologies
		SwissShrimp AG is the first company in Switzerland to implement sustainable shrimp farming at an industrial level. Following successful pilot production, SwissShrimp has found an attractive location partner for large-scale production in the Swiss salt works in Rheinfelden, Aargau, in 2016.
EnvEve	2008 TI growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Farming & agriculture, Forestry ]	Measuring & monitoring e.g. environemental data
		EnvEve is an high tech company specialised in Internet of Things. It has developed a unique Internet of Things framework for outdoor applications with robust and reliable devices enable sophisticate analytics to support decision in Agriculture and Forests.
Entomos	2009 VD validation	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	food tech
		the world's first 50/50 flexi-burger made with 50% organic Swiss mealworms and 50% Swiss beef
Hofladen Express	2009 FL growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	Low technology
		Save time and choose a bag already prepared by us. With one click you can then customize it to your needs, removing products from the bag and adding new ones, just as you need. We will then deliver your order.
Mootral	2018 VD validation	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Farming & agriculture ]	agricultural technologies, Climate technologies
		Mootral is a British-Swiss company that develops innovative, scalable and sustainable solutions for the agricultural systems of tomorrow. MOOTRAL is an AgriTech company based in Switzerland that develops innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the agricultural sector. Mootral Ruminant is a natural feed supplement that significantly reduces methane emissions from ruminants. It is based on a proprietary combination of organosulfur compounds from garlic and bioflavonoids extracted from citrus. By using Mootral Ruminant, customers can benefit from tradable carbon credits issued under Verra's VCS scheme.
Qualysense	2010 ZH growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail, Forestry ]	Enabling technologies
		QualySense develops high-end solutions for a safe and sustainable food supply. By pioneering single-kernel analysis, combining two sensing technologies - QualySense is helping seed breeders, food companies and inspection agencies to achieve excellence in nutrition, health and safety.
ecoRobotix	2011 VD growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Farming & agriculture ]	agricultural technologies, Automated or self driving, Measuring & monitoring e.g. environemental data, Photovoltaics
		ecorobotix develops, produces and sells innovative farming machines that require low energy and that reduce the negative ecological impact of modern agriculture, while keeping costs competitive.
Freshape	2011 FR growth	Energy production & distribution & storage (incl.tool production), Food, Farming or Forestry [ Building technology, Electricity, Engineering, Farming & agriculture, Resource efficiency ]	Construction : Increase efficiency or renewable energy use., Construction: Resource or material optimisation, Renewable technologies
		Freshape is an established tech company based in Switzerland and China offering a new generation of sustainable and patented technologies developed in-house to enable a convenient lifestyle, while reducing the footprint on our planet. The rise of advanced green technologies, combined with distributed approaches, enables a more balanced living. These two ingredients are both necessary to overcome the massive challenges in the fight against global warming. Let’s work together to protect natural resources and foster social developments.
La Petite Epicerie	2018 VD growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	IT-platforms or networking solutions, e.g. portals
		La Petite Epicerie is a new way of getting local supplies. It is a room filled with products from local producers with free access 24-7 using our mobile application. It's not only the tool that lets you do your shopping anytime, but it's also a source of information on how and who produces what you eat.
DasPure	2011 ZH growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	food tech, IT-platforms or networking solutions, e.g. portals
		Behind the name DasPure are more than just selected delicacies and fine food. For us, organic production is synonymous with high quality, gentle and traditional processing, and animal welfare. Thus, all of our carefully selected products meet the high requirements for a responsible approach to nature.
Amphasys	2012 LU growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Farming & agriculture ]	Bio technologies
		Amphasys provides a label-free solution for analysis of single cell characteristics such as cell size and morphology, viability (apoptosis), or cell differentiation. The patented, chip-based technology eliminates time-consuming, complex sample preparation steps like cell labelling and the need of expensive laboratory infrastructure.
Bluetector	2012 LU validation	Natural resources, Material efficiency or Recycling & Waste Management, Food, Farming or Forestry [ Waste & recycling ]	Bio technologies, Filters & Membranes
		Bluetector is an agritech company that has developed the BlueBox Ultra, a low-cost bioreactor that turns manure into water and unproblematic gases. Bluetector has already received a patent for the BlueBox Ultra.
AgriCircle	2012 SG growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail, Forestry ]	IT-platforms or networking solutions, e.g. portals
		AgriCircle is a leading provider of digital agronomy and precision farming solutions to agricultural companies and farmers. AgriCircle is also a network brining together research and businesses to create novel, innovative products for the food value chain
Ecocafe	2012 VD growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail, Restaurants ]	Low technology
		Our mission is to offer the most delicious, natural, ethical and healthy caffeine experience. To achieve that, we focus our developments on consumer-oriented products, to be enjoyed on the go or at our new engaging and stimulating retail and café environments.
Flatev	2012 ZH formation	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Engineering, Food production & retail ]	food tech, Robotic
		Flatev describes itself as a Nespresso machine for flatbreads. The Flatev dough-pods are filled with nothing but natural, whole ingredients, made with the body and brain in mind.
Codecheck	2012 ZH established	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	IT data usage, IT-platforms or networking solutions, e.g. portals
		Codecheck is an online product guide that helps critical consumers and consumers in their purchasing decisions. Through Codecheck.info, consumers receive 65 million free-of-charge independent expert information and evaluations on currently 95,000 products (mainly food and cosmetics).
Hello Vegan	2012 ZH stagnant	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	Low technology
		Online store for vegan products (food, cosmetics, household products).
Be the change	2012 SG validation	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail, Sport ]	food tech
		The production of food, vital substances and sports nutrition is their passion, they work strictly according to Swiss food law and the Swissness regulation of the Swiss Confederation.
Beelong	2014 VD established	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Biodiversity and ecosystem protection, Catering, Environmental monitoring, Farming & agriculture, Food production & retail, Resource efficiency, Restaurants ]	Measuring & monitoring e.g. environemental data
		The Beelong indicator aims to reduce the impact of our food on the environment by providing practical keys to the restaurant industry. Beelong thus makes it possible to assess the environmental impact of food and drink purchases, by rating a product, a dish or even the entire food purchase of a kitchen from A to G. The main evaluation criteria are the origin of the food, the season, the production method, the degree of processing, and the impact on climate and resources. This indicator is an initiative of the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne. Participation: The Beelong Eco-score provides a simple information on the sustainability of food products, thanks to a unique methodology. It helps restaurants and caterers reduce their environmental impact, as well as brands and food industries to be transparent with their consumers.
Essento	2015 ZH established	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	Low technology
		Essento is a company that specializes in edible insects. We develop, produce and market various specialities based on edible insects for the retail trade as well as the catering trade. Essento is a food-tech startup that provides the European and Swiss market with a locally produced, delicious and sustainable source of animal protein in the form of insects.
Gartengold	2013 SG stagnant	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	Low technology
		Use of apples from private gardens in Switzerland for the manufacturing of apple juice and cider, creating jobs for people with disabilities involved in juice production and harvesting.
rqmicro	2013 ZH validation	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Healthcare ]	Bio technologies
		Next generation microbiology for water and food safety
Apizoom	2016 FR growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Farming & agriculture ]	Measuring & monitoring e.g. environemental data
		A beekeeper teamed up with the Signal Processing Laboratory 5 and a group of EPFL students to develop an app that counts the number of Varroa mites in beehives. This parasite is one of the two main threats – along with pesticides – to bees’ long-term survival. Knowing the extent of the mites’ infestation will allow beekeepers to protect their bees more effectively.
Ässbar	2013 ZH growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Catering, Food production & retail, Resource efficiency ]	Low technology
		It all began as a simple idea. Yesterday's bread and baked goods were to be given a second life. And instead of ending up in the garbage can, they were to be consumed. The Äss-Bar project is still considered a pioneer in the field of the anti-foodwaste movement in Switzerland.
Cormo	2013 VS growth	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Biodiversity and ecosystem protection, Waste & recycling ]	Bio technologies, Material & Products based on biomass
		Cormo AG offers new sustainable solutions from Corn. The company developed and patented the process for turning corn-field waste into a 100% sustainable peat moss substitute (TEFA) for the agricultural industry and foam products (BABS) for material science use such as air filters.
Da Vinci Olivenöl	2013 TG established	Food, Farming or Forestry, [ Food production & retail ]	Low technology
		Da Vinci offers impeccable, high quality olive oil from selected producers for everyone. Especially for those who care about health aspects in the diet.