# Bettani Farms

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/bettani-farms

- Industry: Food
- Headquarters: Berkeley, US
- Website: www.bettani.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $14M
- Latest round: Series A (Oct 6, 2025)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

Climax Foods, based in the US, specializes in innovative dairy-free cheese products that leverage proprietary plant proteins to meet the growing demand for plant-based alternatives.Climax Foods, founded in 2019 in Berkeley, US, focuses on creating dairy-free cheese substitutes. The company has successfully raised USD 7.50 mn in its SEED funding round, led by various investors including ARTIS Ventures and Index Ventures. Oliver Zahn serves as both the CEO and founder.Climax Foods specializes in innovative dairy-free cheese products, prominently featuring its proprietary CaSeed plant protein. The company aims to address significant market demand for plant-based alternatives by launching a range of dairy-free cheese options, including a unique feta-style cheese and a versatile cheese intended for pizza applications. These products are designed to retain the melt, stretch, and protein content typically associated with traditional dairy products, thereby appealing to consumers seeking healthier, plant-based options without compromising on taste or texture. Climax Foods targets restaurants, food brands, and consumers who are increasingly looking for sustainable and dairy-free food alternatives. The company anticipates a market introduction for its products in the second half of 2025, with a focus on North America and select international markets where plant-based diets are gaining traction.Climax Foods generates revenue primarily through B2B partnerships with restaurants and food brands that seek to incorporate its dairy-free cheese products into their offerings. The company’s transaction structure may involve direct sales agreements, where clients purchase products for incorporation into their menus or retail offerings. Pricing strategies reflect the premium nature of these innovative cheese alternatives, catering to businesses that prioritize quality and sustainability. Key products, such as the CaSeed-based dairy-free pizza cheese and feta-style cheese, are positioned as flagship items within their portfolio, appealing to a growing demographic of health-conscious consumers and food service establishments. These strategic partnerships are expected to contribute to a steady revenue stream as the market for plant-based products continues to expand.In September 2024, Climax Foods plans to launch its dairy-free cheese products, including novel offerings designed to cater to diverse applications within the food industry. The company aims to expand its market presence in North America and select international regions by the end of 2025. The recent SEED funding round will support the development and launch of these products, enabling Climax Foods to enhance its product portfolio and strengthen its position within the rapidly growing plant-based food sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Oct 6, 2025, $6.5M — Toba Capital, S2G Ventures, Gratitude Railroad, Manta Ray Ventures, At One Ventures
- Seed, Sep 1, 2020, $7.5M — Index Ventures, Valor Equity Partners, Embark Healthcare, ARTIS Ventures, Prelude Ventures, Global Founders Capital, Canaccord Genuity, S2G Ventures, Manta Ray Ventures, Luminous Ventures, At One Ventures

## Investors

- Index Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/index-ventures) — Seed
- Valor Equity Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/valor-equity-partners) — Seed
- Embark Healthcare (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/embark-healthcare) — Seed
- ARTIS Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/artis-ventures) — Seed
- Prelude Ventures — Seed
- Global Founders Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/global-founders-capital) — Seed
- Canaccord Genuity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/canaccord-genuity) — Seed
- S2G Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/s2g-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Manta Ray Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/manta-ray-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Luminous Ventures — Seed
- At One Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/at-one-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Toba Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/toba-capital) — Series A
- Gratitude Railroad — Series A