Wonderland Foods raises Rs 140 crore in first funding round

Wonderland Foods, a healthy snacking brand, has raised INR 140 crore in its first funding round, led by Asha Ventures and the UK government-backed British International Investment (BII). The company said it will use the funds to launch new products, expand its distribution network, and set up a green processing facility. This new facility will help improve supply chain efficiency, maintain high product quality, and reduce carbon emissions through sustainable manufacturing. 🔗 Read full article link in comment #wonderlandfoods #snackbrand #funding #startupnews #innovation #businessupdate

Wonderland Foods raises ₹140 Cr in its first funding round! Wonderland Foods, a healthy-snacking brand, has raised ₹140 crore (~$16 million) in its first funding round led by Asha Ventures, with participation from British International Investment (the UK Government’s development finance institution) ✨ Founded in 2014 by anubhav gupta, Wonderland Foods offers a wide range of nutritious snacks including roasted nuts, exotic dried fruits, makhana, quinoa puffs, and pop rice. The company focuses on direct sourcing from farmers, in-house processing, and multi-channel distribution across both B2C and B2B segments. Asha Ventures is an impact-focused investor supporting mission-driven companies in food, sustainability, and consumer health. British International Investment (BII) invests in businesses advancing sustainable economic growth and impact in emerging markets. #FundingNews #HealthySnacking #ImpactInvestment #ConsumerBrands #IndianStartups #VentureCapital #FoodTech #Sustainability #Nutrition #WonderlandFoods #TheVCJournal

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Wonderland Foods, a Delhi NCR–based healthy snacking brand, has raised Rs 140 crore in its first institutional funding round led by Asha Ventures and British International Investments (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor. The startup will utilise the raised capital to drive its next phase of growth by launching a range of innovative, value-added products and expanding its distribution presence across various channels. Launched in 2014, @Rakesh Gupta and anubhav gupta, Wonderland Foods offers a range of healthy snacks including nuts, seeds, berries, dried-fruits, and dates. #venturecapital #investment #funding

AGT Food and Ingredients Inc., a global leader in pulse and staple food ingredients, has acquired a significant stake in Canadian pasta brand Chickapea, leading a C$4.3 million (US$3.1 million) funding round aimed at accelerating the brand’s expansion across North America. The round also included investments from FCC Capital, the venture arm of Farm Credit Canada (FCC / FAC), and existing backer InvestEco Capital, which has supported Chickapea since 2019. https://lnkd.in/gQ68VVq4 #millinginsights #grains #flour #fortification #storage #silo #investments #training #wheat #foodsafety #durum #oilseeds #edibleoils #commoditytrading #newproduct #acquisition #bakingindustrynews #financialstatements #snacknews #suppliernews

Indian craft beer maker Bira (B9 Beverages) is planning its largest-ever fundraising round, aiming to raise $132 Million! The capital infusion, reportedly in discussions with New York-based GEM, is crucial for bolstering operational cash flow, meeting working capital needs, and settling liabilities as Bira focuses on business recovery and restructuring. Read the full article— https://lnkd.in/e-ZHDTDR #Bira #Bira91 #FundingNews #CraftBeerIndia #StartupFunding #GEM #VentureCapital #FMCG #BusinessRecovery #IndustrialFront

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Wonderland Foods, a Delhi NCR–based healthy snacking brand, has raised Rs 140 crore in its first institutional funding round led by Asha Ventures and British International Investments (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor. The startup will utilise the raised capital to drive its next phase of growth by launching a range of innovative, value-added products and expanding its distribution presence across various channels. Read the full story here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/diC-KWRn #funding #snacking #delhincr #gurugram #noida #brand #investors #indianstartupnews

Matr Foods has raised €40mn to expand production of its mycoprotein products – which aim not to replace meat but create a new category of fungi-based foods. The round, split between equity and venture debt, was co-led by Novo Holdings and EIFO, with support from the European Investment Bank (EIB). The capital raise marks Europe's second largest foodtech funding round of this year. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dUu4gy2U Randi Wahlsten Thomas Grotkjær

Mumbai-based Wonderland Foods has secured ₹140 crore in its first institutional funding round, led by Baring Private Equity Partners India, with participation from A91 Partners and Elevation Capital. This marks a significant milestone for the company, which is known for its premium dry fruits and snacks. The funds will be utilized to expand its product portfolio, enhance its distribution network, and strengthen its brand presence across India. #WonderlandFoods aims to become a leading player in the healthy snacking segment, catering to the growing demand for nutritious and convenient food options. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dCahiKDb #WonderlandFoods #HealthySnacking #FundingNews #TechUpdates #BaringPrivateEquityIndia #A91Partners #ElevationCapital