Foodshed.io

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Foodshed.io
IndustryWholesale local produce
Founded2016
Founder
  • Clare Sullivan
  • Thomas Hallaran
  • Daniel Beckmann, PhD
Headquarters
Livingston, MT
ProductsFoodshed.io Web and Mobile App
Services

Foodshed.io is an agricultural technology company that specializes in local food supply chains. They partner with restaurants, universities, and grocery store retailers to source local produce and other food products.[1][2]

History[edit]

Foodshed.io was founded in 2016 by Daniel Beckmann PhD, Clare Sullivan, and Thomas Hallaran.[3] The company operates in the Midwestern United States, and in 2019 joined the St. Louis Yield Lab incubator.[4]

In 2020, they partnered with St. Louis based grocery store chain Schnucks Markets.[5][6] By September 2021, the Schnucks local produce program grew by 173% over one year by utilizing the Foodshed.io platform.[7][8]

Foodshed was a member of Chipotle Mexican Grill's 2021 "Aluminaries project".[9][10]

Services[edit]

Technology[edit]

Foodshed.io has an application that is available for mobile or web.[11] The platform allows farmers to list produce and other goods for buyers within a 250 mile radius. The local inventory is aggregated from a network of local farms to create a market where buyers can place all of their orders.[12] It is currently in use at Schnucks markets.[13][1]

Food Safety[edit]

For retail institutions requiring a USDA GAP Certification, Foodshed.io prepares farmers to become certified.[14]

Environmental Impact[edit]

The company works with local growers to help minimize the environmental impact of their farming. This includes crop rotation and topsoil preservation,[3] as well as reducing food waste and food miles.[15]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b Pratt, Wayne (2020-09-04). "Ag-Tech Upstart Linking St. Louis-Area Farmers to More Markets". St. Louis Public Radio. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  2. ^ Thompson, Tad (May 14, 2021). "Foodshed.io expands local producer links to buyers". The Produce News. Retrieved 2022-02-01.
  3. ^ a b Rhea, Ryan (2021-04-09). "Fresher food for all". The Source. Washington University in St. Louis. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  4. ^ "PORTFOLIO". The Yield Lab. Retrieved 2022-01-26.
  5. ^ Levy, Sandra (June 25, 2020). "Schnucks teams up with Foodshed.io to support local farms". Drug Store News. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  6. ^ Zboraj, Marian (October 8, 2021). "Schnucks' Remodeled Missouri Store Touts Fresh Choices Concept". Progressive Grocer. Retrieved 2022-02-01.
  7. ^ Redman I, Russell (2021-09-21). "Schnuck Markets goes bigger with local produce". Supermarket News. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  8. ^ "Foodshed.io helps Schnucks to its biggest local produce season". Produce Blue Book. September 22, 2021. Retrieved 2022-02-01.
  9. ^ "Chipotle Aluminaries Project Paves The Way For a More Sustainable And Equitable Food System". newsroom.chipotle.com. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  10. ^ Rubbelke, Nathan (October 5, 2021). "Startup Foodshed.io pursues national expansion after snagging spot in Chipotle accelerator program". The Business Journals.
  11. ^ Ellen Shoup, Mary (May 25, 2018). "Future of food distribution is local: Foodshed.io creates transparent supply chain using blockchain". foodnavigator-usa.com. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  12. ^ Redman I, Russell (2020-06-25). "Schnucks bolsters local produce sourcing with partner Foodshed.io". Supermarket News. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
  13. ^ Redman I, Russell (2021-09-21). "Schnuck Markets goes bigger with local produce". Supermarket News. Retrieved 2022-02-01.
  14. ^ "Foodshed.io lands deal with Schnucks to bring the farmers' market to the produce department". AFN. 2020-03-11. Retrieved 2022-01-26.
  15. ^ Murray, David (2020-06-07). "Foodshed.io reinvents local produce distribution". High Plains Journal. Retrieved 2022-02-01.
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