Berlin-based fermentation startup Formo has raised a $61m Series B round to scale operations for its animal-free cheese alternatives.
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September 10, 2024
Formo raises $61m in Europe's biggest round for animal-free cheese
The German foodtech is hoping to bring its cheese alternative to more markets
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