July 22, 2025
Canadian Agri-FoodTech Company Recognized Among Top Global Food Innovators at the Institute of Food Technologists’ Annual Event in Chicago
SUMMERLAND, BC — Crush Dynamics Inc. (CDI), a British Columbia-based food technology company specializing in fermentation-derived functional ingredients, has been named a finalist in The Pitch! startup competition at IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo 2025, held July 13–16 in Chicago, Illinois. Competing against more than 85 global food and food technology startups, Crush Dynamics was selected a Finalist by the Seeding The Future Foundation.
Crush Dynamics was recognized for its patented fermentation process, which transforms agricultural side streams into multi-functional, clean-label food ingredients. The company’s proprietary technology enhances sweetness perception, reduces sodium and off-notes in plant-based proteins, improves texture, and naturally extends shelf life, thereby delivering multiple formulation benefits through a single ingredient.
CDI’s fermented ingredients are Non-GMO, Vegan, Halal, Kosher, allergen-free, and Upcycled Certified making them suitable for a broad range of food and beverage applications including sauces, plant-based foods, frozen desserts, beverages, and bakery.
“After years of research, our team successfully selected and evolved our bioprocess to transform our input materials into high performance food ingredients. We look forward to scaling our fermentation capacity with our strategic partners to meet growing demand from CPG partners and ingredient distributors.”
— Kirk Moir, CEO, Crush Dynamics Inc.
“At IFT, we believe innovation is essential to building a healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable food future. IFT is committed to spotlighting bold, science-driven solutions that have the potential to transform our food system.”
— Christie Tarantino-Dean, CEO, Institute of Food Technologists
About Crush Dynamics Inc.
Crush Dynamics is an agritech company focused on transforming grape derivatives and other polyphenol rich agricultural side streams into high-performance food ingredients. Their patented biomechanical fermentation process creates products that enhance flavor, reduce sugar and sodium, and extend shelf life, addressing key challenges in the food industry.
For more information about Crush Dynamics and its innovative ingredient solutions, visit crushdynamics.com.
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Allie Broddy | 250-486-4668 | inquiries@crushdynamics.com
