Upcycled Food Isn’t a Trend.
It’s a Transformation.
The environmental stakes are huge, the market is already moving, and consumers are ready to reward brands that step up.
At Upcycled Foods, Inc., we have been at the forefront of this movement from day one. Upcycling is one of the most scalable, practical, and powerful tools we have.
1 billion tonnes of food were wasted in 2022—about one‑third of all food produced—driving 8‑10 % of global GHG emissions.
568 products now carry the Upcycled Certified® seal—a 17 % YoY jump that’s already diverted 1.2 million tonnes of would‑be waste.
57 % of shoppers say they’re interested in buying upcycled foods
Our mission is to better align the food we eat with the planet and people we love.
Our Story
Today, Upcycled Foods, Inc. powers the B2B upcycled food economy with product development expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a growing portfolio of ingredient solutions…but that’s not how it started.
The story started at UCLA when Dan Kurzrock & Jordan Schwartz delved into the craft of homebrewing beer. With each batch they brewed, they found themselves with surplus grain – a pound per six-pack – and a spark of inspiration to create flavorful, nutritious bread. Initially, their ambition was modest: earn enough money to brew beer for free. However, their trajectory shifted dramatically upon discovering the immense quantity of brewers’ “spent” grain generated annually by commercial brewing. This discovery ignited a grander vision – to close the loop on a grander scale. Enter Dalton Allen, who first joined as an advisor and investor. With deep experience in food and tech, Dalton helped shape the vision into a viable business. He eventually joined the co-founding team full time as President and CFO.
Together the team created ReGrained SuperGrain+® after developing patented technology with the USDA along the way. ReGrained SuperGrain+® is a first-of-its-kind upcycled food ingredient loaded with fiber, protein and functional benefits–and an opportunity to meet consumer demand with tasty, nutritious foods for a healthier planet. Fast-forward to the present, and this venture has evolved into a collective effort, encompassing a team of seasoned experts and industry-leading partners, all committed to thrusting the upcycled food revolution into the mainstream.
Our purpose remains steadfast: to unearth nutritional treasures from brewer’s grain and beyond. Through our expanding range of upcycled ingredients, we’re closing the loop on overlooked and undervalued supply chains within our food system, all while delivering excellence in taste, nutrition, and functionality.
Cheers and #EatUp!
The Inspiration And Vision For ReGrained SuperGrain+®
How We’re Making Change
The impact of food waste is huge and we’re doing our part to change it. With our patented technology and expertise leading the way, we’re growing our portfolio of solutions and becoming the premier B2B ingredient and innovation partner.
ReGrained SuperGrain+® Sustainability Metrics
Our flagship upcycled ingredient offering boasts more fiber+protein per unit of
CO2+water+land than wheat or other wheat alternatives.
1.1115 Kg C02
Per Kg Of Flour
0 M2 Per Kg Flour
0.04 L H20
Per Kg Flour
Our Impact
1.3 million lbs diverted
We have diverted 1.3 million lbs of food waste…and counting!
39 Million LITERS saved
39 million liters of water use avoided compared
to wheat flour production.
40 ACRES saved
40 acres of land use avoided compared to wheat flour.
Our Pledge
We pledge to upcycle more than 10 million lbs of food by 2025.
