Unmet needs identified and fulfilled
Little Farms
Little Farms is a premium grocer in Singapore, offering a carefully curated selection of fresh, sustainably sourced produce and artisanal products. Focused on providing the highest quality, natural, and organic options, Little Farms caters to health-conscious consumers who value transparency in where their food comes from. Their relationships with trusted suppliers ensure that all products meet strict ethical and sustainability standards, creating a reliable and responsible food shopping experience. With its commitment to freshness and sustainability, Little Farms has become a top destination for discerning shoppers who prioritize health and environmental responsibility in their food choices.
Spotta
Spotta is transforming pest management across various industries with its advanced, AI-powered pest detection systems. By offering real-time monitoring and early detection, Spotta’s technology allows businesses in sectors like hospitality, agriculture, and forestry to intervene before pest infestations escalate. For example, their bed bug detection system alerts hotel staff to the presence of pests early, preventing major infestations that could harm both reputation and customer experience. In agriculture and forestry, Spotta’s sensors help monitor harmful pests that threaten crops and trees, allowing farmers and foresters to act quickly and minimize damage. This smart, automated approach improves efficiency, reduces the need for harmful pesticides, and protects valuable resources.
Goterra
Goterra is an Australian company that provides innovative food waste management solutions using insect technology. Founded by Olympia Yarger, Goterra operates autonomous, modular insect farms that convert organic waste into valuable products like sustainable protein for livestock feed and nutrient-rich fertilizer. Their system primarily uses black soldier fly larvae, which consume food waste, reducing waste-related emissions by up to 97% compared to landfill. Goterra’s decentralized approach allows waste to be processed on-site, minimizing transport costs and environmental impact. This scalable solution supports industries, municipalities, and organizations by handling complex waste streams efficiently and sustainably. Goterra’s focus on automation and nature-based processes positions it as a leader in the circular economy, advancing sustainable practices across Australia and expanding internationally.
In an industry-leading move, M&L’s hotel, the Hyatt Regency Sydney – Australia’s largest hotel, has become the first hotel in the world to implement Goterra’s compact sustainable food waste management system onsite. This marks a significant step towards managing the hotel’s food waste and reducing its carbon footprint and environmental impact and showcases M&L’s ability to leverage strategic investments to create synergies between its hospitality and Alternative investments. By integrating Goterra’s waste management technology at Hyatt Regency Sydney, M&L is not only reducing the hotel’s environmental footprint but also demonstrating the potential for innovative cross-industry partnerships to drive positive environmental impact. This approach underscores M&L’s commitment to sustainability while enhancing operational efficiency and setting new standards within the hotel industry.
The Yield Lab Asia Pacific
The Yield Lab Asia Pacific is a leading agritech accelerator driving innovation in sustainable agriculture and food production. With the world’s population continuing to grow, the challenge of producing more food using fewer resources is becoming increasingly urgent. The Yield Lab supports startups that tackle this issue by providing early-stage capital, mentorship, and access to international markets. By fostering cutting-edge solutions such as precision farming technologies, water-efficient crop systems, and climate-resilient food production, The Yield Lab helps scale innovations that not only improve agricultural productivity but also minimize environmental impact, contributing to a more sustainable global food system.
