California Cultured Inc. Email Format

Biotechnology ResearchCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees

California Cultured Inc. is a biotechnology research company based in Davis, California, focused on growing plant cells to produce chocolate. The effort aims to create a scalable, sustainable alternative to conventional cocoa production, addressing environmental and social risks such as climate impact, deforestation, and forced labor. Founded in 2020, the firm is a small to mid-sized operation that collaborates with academic and industry partners to advance its approach.

Its customers are confectionery makers and other food manufacturers seeking alternatives to traditional cocoa that can deliver comparable taste and quality. In 2026, Puratos Corp. announced a partnership with California Cultured to develop cultured cocoa products, reflecting active engagement with industry players. The company also works with researchers at the University of California, Davis to advance plant-cell cultivation for chocolate production.

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