VFC

VFC is a provider of plant-based food products to replace meat
2020
37
York, United Kingdom

Innovation

Industry Problem

Vegans lack option for meat subsitute products

R&D Focus

Plant based Meat

Innovative Solution

VFC produces deep-fried, vegan fast food products and also helps to preserve the planet from food wastage

Solution Effectiveness

VFC enables consumers to experience alternative meat products that are filled with high protein at their nearby stores

Investment Funding

Last Funding Stage

Early Stage VC

Total Funding Amount

$21.7M

Last Funding Amount

$10.3 m

Startup Stage

Growth Stage

Lead Investors

Johnson Resolutions, Veg Capital

People

Founders

CEO

Products

Product

Chick*n Fillets, Popcorn Chick*n, Chick*n Mince, Chick*n Sausages

Demo Product or Complete Product?

Complete Products

Future Plan

Market Expansion

Matthew Glover, has secured a further £6m investment to boost expansion in the UK and overseas.

Investment Funding

VFC said it was looking to expand its investor base as the business prepared the next, bigger funding round.

Awards and Recognitions

Awards

Best Vegan Chicken 2021 PETA Food Awards

Media Apperance

Food Navigator, Global Food Industry News, The Grocer

M&A and Collabs

Collab

VFC and Grubby forge partnership to elevate vegan food offerings

Acquisitions

In March 2024, VFG acquired Tofutown, VFC has acquired the Meatless Farm brand and Clive’s Purely Plants