MeliBio is a California-based pioneer in bee-free honey technology using precision fermentation to create a honey alternative molecularly identical to traditional honey without requiring honeybees. The company addresses food security and supply chain challenges affecting commercial honey production.
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Company data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.
Founded
2020
Total Funding
$7.2M
3 rounds
Total raised $7.2M across 3 rounds
Funding data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.
Last updated 06-25-2026
Latest Round
Type
Pre-Series A
Date
January 2024
Amount
Not disclosed
Valuation
—
Lead Investors
| Date | Round | Amount Raised | Valuation | Lead Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2024 | Pre-Series A | Not disclosed | — | Not disclosed |
| March 2022 | Seed | $5.7M | — | Astanor Ventures |
| 2020 | Pre-Seed | $1.5M | — | Not disclosed |
Darko Mandich
Co-Founder & CEO
Dr. Aaron Schaller
Co-Founder & CTO
Competitor list is illustrative and may be incomplete, stale, or erroneous.
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