Investments
34Portfolio Exits
3Funds
1Partners & Customers
10About Tyson Ventures
Tyson Ventures, the corporate venture of Tyson Foods, will invest in companies developing breakthrough technologies, business models and products to sustainably feed a growing world population. The fund will concentrate on three areas in the foods space: commercializing delicious, safe and affordable alternative proteins; tackling food insecurity and food loss through market making and other commercial models; and tapping the internet of food to promote more precise and productive resource application, safety, and consumer empowerment in the food chain. Tyson Ventures will invest in these entrepreneurial food businesses and leverage Tyson Foods' expertise to boost their development.

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Aug 18, 2023
Dublin, IRELAND Dublin, Aug. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Mycoprotein - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of the global Mycoprotein market, focusing on past, current, and future trends across various regions. The study covers the USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa, evaluating annual sales in US$ Thousand and calculating the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for 2022 to 2030. It also includes a historic review of the market for the years 2014 to 2021 and compares it with present and future projections. The report delves into the Mycoprotein market's segmentation by application, specifically in the Food & Beverage sector, including dietary supplements and other applications. Additionally, the study explores consumer preferences, emerging opportunities, and challenges within the industry. Key players are profiled, and market strategies are outlined. The report concludes with forecasts, predictions, and insights to help stakeholders and decision-makers. Market Outlook The Mycoprotein market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2022 to 2030, reaching a value of US$1.1 Billion. The post-COVID business landscape has influenced market dynamics, with Food & Beverage recording a 6.2% CAGR, reaching US$523.4 Million. The Dietary Supplements segment is expected to grow at a revised 7.3% CAGR during the next 8-year period. Regional Analysis The U.S. Market: Estimated at US$174.8 Million in 2022, the U.S. Mycoprotein market remains significant. Companies are adapting strategies to meet changing consumer demands. China: Forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 10.4% from 2022 to 2030, China's Mycoprotein market is set to reach a projected size of US$238.6 Million, driven by its strong economic growth and increasing consumer spending. Japan and Canada: Japan's market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.8%, while Canada's market is projected to grow at 5.5% during 2022-2030. These regions are witnessing steady growth in Mycoprotein demand. Europe (Germany): Germany's Mycoprotein market is forecasted to grow at approximately 3.3% CAGR, indicating a positive outlook for the region. Select Competitors The report features 162 key players in the Mycoprotein market, including 3F Bio Ltd, General Mills, Marlow Foods Ltd, MycoTechnology, Inc., Temasek Holdings, and Tyson Ventures. Looking Ahead to 2023 The global economy is facing multiple challenges, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, inflation concerns, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical uncertainties. The year 2023 is expected to be tough for most markets, investors, and consumers. However, businesses with resilience and adaptability can find opportunities amid these complexities. Conclusion The Mycoprotein market is witnessing steady growth, driven by changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. Companies are strategizing to expand into niche segments and optimize profitability. Digital transformation is key to catering to evolving customer demands. Despite the challenges in the global economy, businesses that demonstrate adaptability and foresight can navigate through uncertainty and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the Mycoprotein market. Key Attributes
Tyson Ventures Investments
34 Investments
Tyson Ventures has made 34 investments. Their latest investment was in ZwitterCo as part of their Unattributed VC on July 7, 2023.

Tyson Ventures Investments Activity

Date | Round | Company | Amount | New? | Co-Investors | Sources |
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7/20/2023 | Unattributed VC | ZwitterCo | Yes | 1 | ||
7/20/2023 | Seed VC | SuperGround | Yes | 1 | ||
7/20/2023 | Unattributed VC | NETZRO | Yes | 1 | ||
7/20/2023 | Seed VC | |||||
3/14/2023 | Seed VC |
Date | 7/20/2023 | 7/20/2023 | 7/20/2023 | 7/20/2023 | 3/14/2023 |
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Round | Unattributed VC | Seed VC | Unattributed VC | Seed VC | Seed VC |
Company | ZwitterCo | SuperGround | NETZRO | ||
Amount | |||||
New? | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Co-Investors | |||||
Sources | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Tyson Ventures Portfolio Exits
3 Portfolio Exits
Tyson Ventures has 3 portfolio exits. Their latest portfolio exit was FoodLogiQ on October 04, 2022.
Date | Exit | Companies | Valuation Valuations are submitted by companies, mined from state filings or news, provided by VentureSource, or based on a comparables valuation model. | Acquirer | Sources |
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10/4/2022 | Acq - Fin | 2 | |||
Date | 10/4/2022 | ||
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Exit | Acq - Fin | ||
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Valuation | |||
Acquirer | |||
Sources | 2 |
Tyson Ventures Fund History
1 Fund History
Tyson Ventures has 1 fund, including Tyson New Ventures.
Closing Date | Fund | Fund Type | Status | Amount | Sources |
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12/5/2016 | Tyson New Ventures | $150M | 1 |
Closing Date | 12/5/2016 |
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Fund | Tyson New Ventures |
Fund Type | |
Status | |
Amount | $150M |
Sources | 1 |
Tyson Ventures Partners & Customers
10 Partners and customers
Tyson Ventures has 10 strategic partners and customers. Tyson Ventures recently partnered with MindShare, and Socialcontext on August 8, 2022.
Date | Type | Business Partner | Country | News Snippet | Sources |
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8/10/2022 | Partner | MindShare, and Socialcontext | , and United States | is demonstrating its commitment to credible and socially responsible journalism in its advertising on websites and media by conducting a social context Impact Index in partnership with Mindshare , the global media services company , and socialcontext.ai , a contextual intelligence startup supported by the University of Colorado Boulder . | 1 |
12/8/2021 | Client | United States | Beyond Meat taps Tyson Foods veterans as it prepares for fast-food growth next year `` Everything we 're doing , whether it 's partnerships with McDonald 's , with Yum , with PepsiCo , there 's a lot of growth up the table , and we need to make sure we have both operational and supply chain capabilities . '' | 1 | |
10/27/2020 | Vendor | United States | Stoneridge , Inc. continues to work closely in partnership with fleets to further advance its Stoneridge technology and plans for MirrorEye to become part of a larger system for successive improvements in fleet risk management . | 1 | |
7/27/2020 | Partner | ||||
4/30/2020 | Vendor |
Date | 8/10/2022 | 12/8/2021 | 10/27/2020 | 7/27/2020 | 4/30/2020 |
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Type | Partner | Client | Vendor | Partner | Vendor |
Business Partner | MindShare, and Socialcontext | ||||
Country | , and United States | United States | United States | ||
News Snippet | is demonstrating its commitment to credible and socially responsible journalism in its advertising on websites and media by conducting a social context Impact Index in partnership with Mindshare , the global media services company , and socialcontext.ai , a contextual intelligence startup supported by the University of Colorado Boulder . | Beyond Meat taps Tyson Foods veterans as it prepares for fast-food growth next year `` Everything we 're doing , whether it 's partnerships with McDonald 's , with Yum , with PepsiCo , there 's a lot of growth up the table , and we need to make sure we have both operational and supply chain capabilities . '' | Stoneridge , Inc. continues to work closely in partnership with fleets to further advance its Stoneridge technology and plans for MirrorEye to become part of a larger system for successive improvements in fleet risk management . | ||
Sources | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Tyson Ventures Team
9 Team Members
Tyson Ventures has 9 team members, including current Senior Vice President, Russ Stewart.
Name | Work History | Title | Status |
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Russ Stewart | Lola, SmileDirectClub, Brambles, Mars, Procter & Gamble, and U.S. Army | Senior Vice President | Current |
Name | Russ Stewart | ||||
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Work History | Lola, SmileDirectClub, Brambles, Mars, Procter & Gamble, and U.S. Army | ||||
Title | Senior Vice President | ||||
Status | Current |