# VFC: Food & beverages, Nether Poppleton, United Kingdom

> VFC: VFC Foods Ltd, known as VFC®, is a UK-based activist food company focused on providing 100% vegan alternatives to chicken.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/startup/vfc (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

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# VFC

VFC Foods Ltd, known as VFC®, is a UK-based activist food company focused on providing 100% vegan alternatives to chicken.

Funding reported Last round: Seed

Food & beverages Nether Poppleton, United Kingdom

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2020 6 years old
- **Team:** 49 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** 16M as listed, currency not stated
- **Last round:** Seed Apr 2023

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About VFC

VFC Foods Ltd, known as VFC®, is a UK-based activist food company focused on providing 100% vegan alternatives to chicken.

The brand emphasizes its mission to end all animal agriculture by offering tasty products that replicate the flavor and texture of chicken without any animal ingredients. VFC's core product line includes various Chick*n offerings, such as Chick*n Fried Rice, designed for versatility in cooking. In addition to product innovation, VFC is dedicated to educating the public about the ethical and environmental issues associated with animal farming. The company actively engages consumers through its blog and media releases, promoting a shift towards plant-based diets. VFC has established a strong presence in the UK market, with its products available in major retailers like Sainsbury's, Asda, and Morrisons, as well as many independent stores. The recent acquisition of the Meatless Farm brand further strengthens VFC's position in the vegan food industry.

## What company datasets say VFC raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **16M** in the source's currency

Rounds **3**

Last round **Seed**

Last round size **7.9M**

Last round date **Apr 2023**

Investors listed **2**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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- **Sector:** Food & beverages
- **Industry code:** NAICS 31111, 311999, SIC 2099
- **Region:** England
- **Revenue:** 1M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/vfc-foods)

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