While the jerky is currently available only direct to consumer, the company plans to take learnings from this initial launch into consideration for future commercialization planning.

Milestone supports the company’s plan to achieve a national, omnichannel footprint by the end of the year.

Derek Jeter joins the company as an investor and advisor.

Meati Foods makes animal-free meat made from mushroom root.

The Sustainability Award acknowledges a PartnerNetwork firm that has demonstrated outstanding efforts, initiatives and programs in the field of environmentalism.

The company's first Cultivate Next venture fund cohort includes Hyphen and Meati Foods.

Consumers in Colorado will be the first to be able to purchase Meati Chicken and Steak offerings in retail at select Sprouts Farmers Markets and on-menu at all Birdcall locations.