Bits x Bites

Bits x Bites is a Shanghai-based venture capital firm and China’s first dedicated agrifood tech investor. Founded in 2016 by Matilda Ho, the firm focuses on early-stage startups tackling the most critical challenges in the food system, including food security, safety, and sustainability. Their investments span the entire food supply chain, from farm innovations to novel food production technologies, helping to revolutionize agriculture in China and beyond. Bits x Bites manages over $100 million across its funds, with a strong emphasis on scalable technologies that can make a measurable impact on food production and environmental sustainability. Their portfolio includes companies like EAVision, which specializes in autonomous drones for complex farming terrains, and Mojia Bio, a biomanufacturing startup that produces eco-friendly nutrients for the food industry. These investments reflect the firm’s commitment to advancing solutions in precision agriculture, alternative proteins, and biomanufacturing. With a global outlook, Bits x Bites evaluates around 1,200 startups annually, targeting companies with technologies that can be applied in China. They support their portfolio companies through partnerships with industry leaders such as Syngenta and Temasek, offering access to valuable resources and markets. The firm’s multidisciplinary team of experts provides hands-on guidance to help startups scale and commercialize their innovations in the Chinese market, shaping the future of food technology in the region​.