BlueNalu, a US-based producer of cultivated seafood, has secured $11 million in financing from a round led by Agronomics, Siddhi Capital, and Lewis & Clark AgriFood, with participation from other investors. This capital will be used to support the market entry of BlueNalu’s cultivated bluefin tuna toro, advance scale-up activities, and deepen regulatory engagement in global regions. Plans include targeting premium sushi and fine-dining establishments across the US and expanding collaborations with culinary and distribution partners for an international rollout. CEO Lou Cooperhouse expressed gratitude for the support in advancing towards commercialization and expanding production and distribution capabilities.

Previously, BlueNalu raised $33.5 million in Series B funding to scale production of cultivated bluefin tuna toro and demonstrate technological capabilities. The company has also joined the US National Fisheries Institute, expanded partnerships with Nomad Foods, and participated in the UK Food Standards Agency’s novel foods regulatory sandbox. With plans to introduce cultivated bluefin tuna toro and expand production and distribution, BlueNalu aims to cater to premium foodservice operators in the US initially before expanding worldwide.