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Hedgehog
Hedgehog is unleashing fungi as our next major food source, beginning with delicious, nutritious, and sustainable mushrooms for all
About Hedgehog
Hedgehog Foods is pioneering the use of fungi as a major food source, focusing on the production of gourmet mushrooms that are both delicious and nutritious. The company operates in the sustainable agriculture market, leveraging advanced robotics to create efficient and precise fungi farms. Hedgehog Foods serves health-conscious consumers and culinary enthusiasts who are looking for sustainable and protein-rich food options. The business model revolves around the cultivation and sale of high-quality mushrooms, which are known for their meaty umami flavor and diverse culinary potential. Revenue is generated through direct sales to consumers and partnerships with food retailers and restaurants. The company is co-founded by Jamie Balsillie, who has a background in scaling agricultural businesses, and Dr. Wilson Ruotolo, a robotics expert with experience in NASA collaborations. Hedgehog Foods aims to revolutionize the food industry by offering a low-calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants with the lowest CO2 emissions compared to any meat, grain, or produce.
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Aug 2024 | $13M | $51M | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| SEED✓Equity / VC | Jun 2022 | $0 | — | Y Combinator · Great Circle Ventures | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Hedgehog is 1.4K monthly website visits, up 324.2% over the last three months. Hedgehog's team grew 700% over the past year.
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Seed2 investors entered at this stage
Y Combinator
Great Circle Ventures
Other known investors1 additional known investor
Taiwan Tech Arena
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