microTERRA Secures $9.7M to Revolutionize Sustainable Food Ingredients with Lemna-Powered Innovations

microTERRA is thrilled to announce a major funding milestone, having raised $9,700,000 to accelerate its mission in pioneering sustainable food ingredients. As an innovative ingredient platform, microTERRA is at the forefront of harnessing the cleansing power of Lemna—a remarkable aquatic plant recognized not only for its natural water purification abilities but also for its capacity to produce potent functional ingredients. Leading the charge is Flora: The Taste & Feel Ingredient, a breakthrough product designed to enhance sweetness perception while simultaneously reducing the need for sugar in food and beverage formulations. Flora also plays an essential role in masking unwanted notes associated with high-intensity sweeteners, offering manufacturers a unique pathway to develop cleaner, more appealing products in a competitive marketplace that currently represents a $40 billion industry opportunity. This investment will empower microTERRA to scale its proprietary platform further and accelerate research and development efforts, paving the way for a diverse portfolio of sustainable, specialty ingredients. With an emphasis on environmentally conscious innovation, the company is set to transform the food ingredients landscape by merging sustainability with high-performance functionality—a combination that resonates deeply with trends in consumer demand for healthier, cleaner label options. The new funds will support strategic initiatives including expanding production capacity, enhancing research capabilities, and exploring new market segments. microTERRA’s groundbreaking approach not only addresses a pressing need for sustainable resource utilization but also delivers tangible benefits for food and beverage manufacturers globally, positioning the company to lead the next wave of clean label innovation in the industry.