Gil Horsky: “Cocoa replacements could cost less and are easier to mimic” | Bloomberg
A California startup making cocoa-free chocolate to sidestep the volatility of commodities markets has raised $52 million in a funding round. Voyage Foods’ chocolate is made with blended vegetable oils, sugar, grape seeds, and sunflower protein. It also makes a peanut-free spread with a mix of seeds, sugar, legumes, and palm oil and produces a […]
Gil Horsky on the ‘Innovation Minds’ Podcast – How do Food Corporates Develop Innovation?
Gil Horsky, a former executive in the global food industry and currently Founding Partner of FLORA Ventures, was recently hosted on the ‘Innovation Minds’ podcast. Gil Horsky shared his insights on how global food conglomerates approach innovation and highlighted the complexity of balancing between developing innovation internally versus through acquisition or investments. Horsky notes that […]
Gil Horsky on Israel’s FoodTech and AgTech Challenges: Unveiling Resilience Post October 7th
Gil Horsky, founding partner at Flora Ventures, sheds light on an interview with ‘New Food Economy’ on the challenges facing the Israeli FoodTech and AgTech ecosystem after the October 7th terrorist attack terrorist attacks. Over 600 venture partners have united in a powerful initiative, condemning the senseless acts of terrorism that have rocked the nation. […]
Gil Horsky Talks About Navigating Turbulence: Israeli Food-Tech Sector Amidst Conflict
Amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, Israeli food-tech leaders are grappling with the challenging task of sustaining their industry amid rapidly changing conditions. Gil Horsky, the founding managing partner of FLORA Ventures, an $80-million VC fund based in Tel Aviv, sheds light on their unique struggles. Horsky emphasizes the global nature of the issue, stating, “We need […]
Interbrand: Q&A with Gil Horsky, Founding Managing Partner, FLORA Ventures
Read more about the Q&A session between Interbrand and Gil Horsky, the Founding Managing Partner of FLORA Ventures, as he unravels the fascinating landscape of AgriFood. Discover how innovation and disruption redefine the game in this $8 billion industry, and explore the transformative power of technology, sustainability, and shifting consumer preferences. Gil Horsky also delves […]
Podcast: Fortitude in Israel’s Agri-Food Community
Gil Horsky, Founding Partner at FLORA Ventures, shares an insightful overview about the Israeli agri-food tech landscape and also discusses the impact of the current war with Hamas on the local ecosystem. Watch the Full Podcast
WebWire: Interbrand Quotes Gil Horsky in New “Taste Arena” Report
Step into the ever-evolving “Taste Arena,” where, Gil Horsky, Founding Partner of FLORA Ventures, was interviewed about how innovation shapes the future of the food industry. In a groundbreaking report by Interbrand, this dynamic landscape, estimated at a staggering $15.4 trillion, is revealed, presenting a challenging yet promising realm with an 8.4% annual growth forecast […]
Gil Horsky Explains Interbrand’s $15.4TN ‘Taste Arena’ Growth Insights Report
A recent Interbrand report has brought the “Taste Arena” into the spotlight, revealing a massive 15.4 trillion USD opportunity with an impressive annual growth forecast of 8.4% for the next five years. Within this vast landscape, a notable trend emerges, as articulated by Gil Horsky, Founding Partner of FLORA Ventures, a leading agrifood-tech and sustainability […]
FLORA Ventures Emerges as Leading AgriFood VC with $80M Fund
As published by ‘Green Queen’ FLORA Ventures has made headlines with the launch of an impressive $80 million fund, securing $50 million in commitments during its first closing. This achievement positions FLORA Ventures as the largest agri-food venture capital firm in Israel and as one of the most prominent new VC fund in 2023 across […]
Haifa Group Joins Forces with FLORA Ventures to Drive AgriFood Innovation
Haifa Group, a global leader in plant nutrition and special fertilizers, has partnered with FLORA Ventures, a prominent agri-food venture capital fund. This collaboration aims to accelerate innovation within the agri-food sector. FLORA Ventures, co-led by Gil Horsky, boasts an impressive $80 million VC fund, with $50 million already committed. It is the largest Israeli-based […]