FSIWS Startups

#PureSpecialtyCacao

“The FSIWS is a place where knowledge, curiosity, exchange, creativity and infrastructure come together. This provides great support in making a startup like FABACOR a reality.”

#zalzi #saltedlemonferment

"For me, FSIWS is a space for exchange, idea generation, motivation, and support. And above all, it has significantly simplified my entry into the food start-up world. With you, I'm not only allowed to produce in compliance with food regulations, but, more importantly, I receive so much support, encouragement, and creative solutions through the network of other start-ups. Thank you for existing!"

#Curiosity #FromKnowledgeToPractice #SupportNextGen

"My connection to HSWT has always been important to me, as I want to give back what I learned there. I am particularly passionate about showing students how closely theory and practice are linked in food technology. In my previous job, I therefore regularly supervised interns and theses – something I would like to continue in the future."

#HealthyHedonism #LittleTreatsForLife #FiberRichSnacks

"FSIWS offers a supportive environment where HAL AND can refine ideas, experiment freely, and develop products with high standards and care. It is a place where creativity and food innovation meet."

#readyforacrunch

“We are delighted to be part of the FSIWS and greatly appreciate the exchange with other start-ups, the network of experts and the use of the premises.”

#healthyreadymeals #plantbasedwholefood

“Finding FSIWS was a huge relief for me. Before my plans shifted to contract manufacturing, the institute was a godsend, offering me the opportunity to use its facilities.
The network is also incredibly helpful. The Food Startup Campus and the community have been a tremendous help and have helped me overcome many obstacles. Thank you for doing such a great job.”

#OutstandingNaturally #NaturallyOutstanding

"The FSIWS offers opportunities, infrastructure and support for product development and production in the early stages, within a suitable framework, which is great for startups like mine!"

#feelgoodbears #fromfruitwithlove

"For me, FSIWS is a place full of inspiration, exchange and motivation, exactly what you need to grow a passion project like Feelgoodbears."

#saltfuels

"The FSIWS makes it easy to produce food in compliance with the law and to try out new recipes. I greatly appreciate the fantastic network and the open collaboration with external startups – I am truly grateful for that!"

#NaturallyDeliciousForEveryone

"The FSIWS enables us to finally start producing our apeice balls ourselves and gain valuable experience in the process. The exchange with other food startups and the shared learning and growth with the students is incredibly enriching – it's great that you exist!"

#xoiifoods

“As a food startup, we appreciate the multicultural community of FSIWS, which perfectly matches our mission: authentic Asian vegan cuisine with a local focus.”

#plantforward #blanaceoverperfection #eatmoreplants #plantbased

"Thanks to its excellent infrastructure, FSIWS offers an ideal opportunity to carry out preparatory work in approved premises for my plant-based concepts, workshops and formats that combine sound nutritional knowledge with creative storytelling . "

#strongmate #naturallystrong

“The Weihenstephan Food Startup Incubator provided us with the ideal foundation to develop Starkmate, the unique mate liqueur. The opportunity to produce and test small batches in a professional environment allowed us to realize our vision without having to make large initial investments. The exchange with experts and other startups was also particularly valuable. Thanks to this support, we were not only able to refine the recipe but also optimize the entire production process and gain new ideas.”

#elevenferments #livingfoods

“eleven ferments wants to make its fermented products accessible to a wider audience and establish fermented foods as a tasty and healthy alternative to industrially produced foods. The FSIWS enables us to take the first step in this direction!”

#InnovativeSugarAlternative #SugarFree #SugarInnovation #SugarAlternative #WithoutSugar #NaturalSugarSubstitute

“Participating in FSIWS opens up unique opportunities for us: We can independently and cost-effectively test the scalability of our lab-scale validated prototypes on large-scale industrial facilities with our own team. Furthermore, the fully equipped laboratory spaces allow us to precisely analyze our results and thus significantly accelerate our development processes.”

#doctorkimchi #kimchishot #kimchampions

"The FSIWS offers many excellent advantages. We appreciate the proximity to other food startups, the access to diverse laboratory and production equipment, and of course the professional network surrounding the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences.".“

#madeinbolivia #fairchain #quinoapower

"What I really appreciate about FSIWS is the support system they offer. Starting a business can be lonely, and access to networks with the relevant players we need for our startup's growth is invaluable.".

Participating in the "Food Startup" certificate course has enabled us to stay on the right track and focus on our core business

#newf!sh

"The practical know-how and infrastructure for food processing at FSIWS were crucial for our market launch."

#plantbased ramen

„The FSIWS is an incredibly important support for us. It was only through the FSIWS that we were able to implement the production of test batches without a large investment. This has helped us immensely, especially in light of the current economic situation.”

#rio2go

"The FSIWS production infrastructure has enabled us to truly launch our project. We benefit greatly from the expertise of the specialists, the contact and exchange with other startups."

#yasminlimeicetea

“The FSIWS helped us to turn our dream into reality, because premises for a pilot production are not very easy to find and, above all, not possible without major investments. We are very happy to also get to know other teams who are ‘in the same boat’ and to exchange our own experiences and support each other.”

#OliveOilRichInPolyphenols

"The professional equipment at FSIWS made it much easier for us to bottle and label the first batches of our olive oil. The wealth of ideas within the FSIWS community motivates us to develop further new products with our olive oil. Through the FSIWS network and team, we receive many valuable suggestions regarding marketing and sales."

#deshodwos

"The FSIWS offers us ideal conditions to realize our dream. Here we find optimal production conditions, which enables us to meet the increasing demand for our product. We also benefit greatly from the expertise of the FSIWS specialists.". „

#Water kefir is the better lemonade #LoveHealthySweets

"Through the Weihenstephan Food Startup Incubator, I found the ideal production facility, which allows me to produce smaller batches. Furthermore, I appreciate the valuable support in all production processes – from bottling and labeling the drinks to marketing (social media), sales, and the exchange with other startups."

#3Dfoodprinting

"The FSIWS has significantly facilitated the development of our startup. The expert support with various issues, as well as the exchange and networking with other food startups, often lead to valuable synergies. We therefore greatly appreciate the Food Startup Incubator Weihenstephan!"

#truef

"FSIWS offers an affordable production space as well as the necessary expertise and guidance to bring products to market. This is particularly valuable for me as a founder entering the food production industry for the first time."

#fermenteddough

“During the development phase at the Weihenstephan Food Startup Incubator, the team in the technical center was always there for us with practical tips and uncomplicated support. Even during the challenging Corona period, a solution was always found to ensure that production was completed on schedule.”

#FavoriteWater

"The FSIWS supports us in developing new food innovations, giving us access to the most important technologies and equipment. Furthermore, the entire team supports us with any questions, and the institute's staff and professors are extremely helpful. This has made a successful market entry much easier for us."

#feelgoodgrilling #grillido #grilling #grillingtogether #newgrillingfeeling

"Using the FSIWS facilities allows us to take our product development to the next level. This collaboration enables us to conduct scale-up trials. Furthermore, we want to benefit from the exchange with other startups.". „

#BoiledPeanuts #Whacky #BoiledPeanuts

"The FSIWS helps us to improve our product – in particular to shorten the ingredient list and to better understand and optimize the production process."

#GoodbyeGlucoseSpike

“We look forward to collaborating with FSIWS and developing and testing our first products here.”.“

#mindfulenjoyment #healthybaking #easybaking

“After producing in various restaurant kitchens for the past two years, FSIWS finally offers us a professional production facility for our baking boxes. We are particularly looking forward to exchanging ideas with other founders in the food startup scene.”.“

#frozenkidsmeals

„Our female-founded start-up has a valuable opportunity at FSIWS to take the important intermediate step from "homemade" to industrial production. The state-of-the-art production kitchen provides the ideal setting to test, implement creative ideas, and network with other start-ups 

#thetasteboostery

“ Participating in the ‘Food Startup Founding’ certificate course was an incredible opportunity for us to advance the KOKUVIN vision. With the fantastic support of the FSIWS coaches, the concentrated know-how and practical knowledge transfer enabled us to surpass our own expectations. The intensive exchange and networking with other young startups also proved to be a clear door opener.”

The FSIWS is a startup ecosystem for all startups!„

#guadahonig

"The diverse opportunities offered by the incubator have steered our project in the right direction. The ability to produce in small batches here is particularly helpful. The exchange with other start-ups and the option to attend lectures also significantly advances our progress."

#perioddrink #noperiodtaboo #menstrualdiscomfort

“As certificate scholarship recipients, we were able to participate in the FSIWS program and learned an incredible amount during this time, developing our product in the process. We want to continue benefiting from this infrastructure and, above all, the personal exchange with the lecturers, and we are very happy to remain part of the FSIWS.”.„

#beyourpotential

"The incubator facilitated exchange with other founders and provided us with a platform to ask questions and connect with experts. Access to the lab for product testing and data collection was also a major advantage. In the future, we plan to collaborate with university students on scientific projects to gain more in-depth insights into our products."

#rescuedvegetables

"The opportunity to easily produce the first batches of our spreads ourselves using the production facilities at FSIWS was particularly helpful for us."

#plantbasedshrimp

"The incubator has supported us by allowing us to use the production facility for smaller batches."

#veganconvenience

"Participating in the 'Food Startup' certificate course at FSIWS was the crucial starting point for my startup idea. The program offers valuable input through workshops and coaching, and the tastings are always a highlight. I particularly appreciate the know-how, network, and expertise of the incubator, as well as the intensive exchange with the other founders."

#OrganicDateChocolates

“The FSIWS was an immense support for us. It enabled us to start producing our organic date pralines without major investments and at the same time build a strong network with other food startups.”

#AllgäuIceLove

"What I particularly appreciate about FSIWS is the excellent network, the professional support in many areas and the opportunity to use the technical center."

#powerofherbs

"The FSIWS offers young food startups an incredible opportunity to advance their vision – be it through the transfer of technical and practical knowledge, the further development of their own idea, access to important technologies and equipment, the great support of the competent team, or the opportunity to build a strong network. The FSIWS is a great all-round package!"

#biscakes

“We decided to move to FSIWS to benefit from the professionalism and concentrated expertise that this environment offers for start-up companies. Furthermore, thanks to the optimal equipment and the freedom to experiment, we have the opportunity to further develop our products. At FSIWS, you feel both protected and challenged.”

#BeefliverSausage

“At FSIWS I encountered professionalism, concentrated expertise, and colleagues who, like me, are developing a food idea. The exchange, the mutual support, and the opportunity to experiment freely in the well-equipped rooms are the greatest added value of the certificate course .”

#fruitballs

“What helped us most was the detailed advice from the staff. With their extensive experience in the field of food startups, every conversation provided valuable insights. This led us to the idea of ​​offering two bachelor's theses in which the recipes for our products were finalized. All in all, we can wholeheartedly recommend FSIWS.”

#Almonddrinkbase

“Thanks to the FSIWS, I was able to produce the first batches myself without having to make a large investment. The valuable network of other start-ups and the competent support made the first steps considerably easier.”

#turmericshot

"The Weihenstephan Food Startup Incubator enabled me to use a professional commercial kitchen in a very uncomplicated way – a unique offer for food startups in the early stages!"

#fromfieldtobottle

“Thanks to the support of the FSIWS certificate course, beet.fruut went from idea to store in just four months. Now we will develop two more flavors and are very happy about the laboratories of Weihenstephan University of Applied Sciences as well as the food expertise of the coaches.”

#foodinajar

"The detailed and concise webinar provided us with valuable information on marketing, legal regulations, and location analysis during the development of our project. We were also shown how to advance our project without having to make large investments."

#smoothiebowl

"The FSIWS enables us to produce in its professionally equipped facilities under the highest hygienic conditions. In addition, it supports us with know-how and offers regular exchanges of experience with other food startups."

#PizzaManufaktur

"The FSIWS offered us the ideal opportunity to test our business model in an unbureaucratic, quick, and competent manner – as lean as is typical for start-ups (and usually hard to find at universities). We are very grateful for the trust placed in us and the comprehensive support in all matters."

#saltedcaramel

"FSIWS welcomed bisou breton without any complications and supports us with advice and practical help at all times. Thanks to the incubator's strong network, we were quickly able to exchange ideas with other food startups."

#Organic wine-based mixed drinks

"We benefited most from using the equipment. Without the tanks, CO₂ systems, filling plants, and the like, we would not have progressed nearly as quickly."

#sustainable plant milk

"The FSIWS supported us in our first steps by
providing us with the necessary production infrastructure and valuable know-how from experts."

#Bavarian chutneys

"The production facilities at the institute are of great importance to us, as they allow us to quickly start product development and production. In addition, the institute's staff are always there to help and advise us."