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Last Updated: 09/06/2026

Fermtech

Oxford
Founded 2022
Fermentation-derived food ingredients from agricultural waste streams

Fermtech is a biotechnology company that applies solid-state fungal fermentation to upcycle agricultural and brewing waste streams into food ingredients.

Its lead product is produced from cocoa shells using Aspergillus oryzae fermentation and functions as a lower-cost, lower-carbon cocoa-enhancing ingredient for confectionery and bakery manufacturers.

Fermtech operates as a B2B supplier, targeting food producers seeking to reduce commodity price exposure and meet sustainability targets.