The following are the top Food Technology Trends in 2020. They are generally classified into 3 main categories.
Topics
- Reinventing Protein: from plant-based to insect alternatives
- ‘Farming and Big Data’: Minimising risks and optimising crops
- Waste Reduction: Upcycling food and waste management technology
1. Reinventing Protein: from plant-based to insect alternatives

Companies in the alternative protein industry receive a 269% increase in funding between 2016 and 2018. This can be seen through a screenshot from our Food Data Navigator showing the evolution of raised capital by 238 companies. Total amount invested between 2009 and 2018 is estimated at €1.8B.
2. ‘Farming and Big Data’: Minimising risks and optimising crops

A screenshot from our Food Data Navigator showing the evolution of the capital raised by companies working with farming technologies. Data is shown in millions of euros.
3. Waste Reduction: Upcycling food and waste management technology

A screenshot from our Food Data Navigator showing the evolution of the capital raised by companies working with food waste technology. Data is shown in millions of euros.