# Luya Foods

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/luya-foods

- Industry: Food
- Headquarters: Bern, Switzerland
- Website: www.luya.bio
- Total disclosed funding: $5.9M
- Latest round: Series A (Sep 15, 2024)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Founded in 2021 by Flavio Hagenbuch, and based in Zollikofen, Switzerland, Luya Foods AG develops and produces plant-based alternatives to meat and meat-based products. In September 2024, Luya Foods AG raised CHF5 million in Series A funding co-led by an individual investor, Redalpine and Kickfund.

The firm’s product range includes Luya Bio Nuggets and Simply Natural Geschnetzeltes, which are made from organic chickpeas and rescued okara. Using mycelium fermentation, Luya converts these ingredients into ready-to-cook, protein-rich food without additives or highly processed components. Their products are available at Coop stores and Migros Online, as well as through their online shop.

The company intends to use the September 2024 funding to expand its market reach in Europe and enhance its profitability in Switzerland.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Sep 15, 2024, $5.9M — Redalpine, Kickfund

## Investors

- Redalpine (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/redalpine) — Series A
- Kickfund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kickfund) — Series A