The Digest’s Top 10 Innovations for the week of May 23rd, 2018

#8 Purple Carrot expand plant-based meal kit availability as Fresh Del Monte Produce invests $4M

In Massachusetts, Purple Carrot, the first and only 100 percent plant-based meal kit company, announced that Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. made a $4 million equity investment in the company. This strategic investment brings an infusion of capital and leverage to optimize supply chain efficiency, gain access to the developing retail channel, and pursue unique opportunities for category expansion.

Launched in October 2014, Purple Carrot delivers fresh, pre-portioned ingredients nationwide with simple step-by-step guidance for people to cook distinctive, healthy, plant-based meals at home.