Rival Foods develops whole-cut plant-based meat alternatives including chicken breasts, steaks, and smaller cuts using a patented Shear Cell technology that applies temperature and rotation to create a fiber-like texture. The company was founded out of doctoral research by CEO Birgit Dekkers, who participated in the StartLife Accelerate program after finishing her PhD. Rival Foods emphasizes delivering meat-comparable texture and fiber-like structure in plant-based products. In early 2025 the company raised €10 million to support growth. The stated use of funds is to expand retail presence across the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom and beyond. The articles do not provide revenue, user metrics, or details on manufacturing capacity in the coverage provided.

Total raised

$18M

Funding rounds

2

Latest round

Equity

Latest activity

Aug 2026