IntegriCulture secures backing from Niigata fund
The cellular agriculture company will develop cosmetics products and expand regional production partnerships.
IntegriCulture has secured funding from Chihososei Niigata No. 2 Fund, managed by Niigata Venture Capital. The company did not disclose the amount or round stage.
The Japanese biotechnology company plans to use the backing to develop cosmetic ingredients and products, build partnerships across regional industries, and strengthen research and customer acquisition.
In Niigata, IntegriCulture is working with food and brewing businesses on using local resources, including sake-production byproducts, in cell-culture processes. Its broader infrastructure supports the development of cellular foods, cosmetics and materials.
Use of funds
Develop cosmetic ingredients and products
Expand regional cellular agriculture partnerships
Strengthen R&D and customer acquisition