anu? (previously gropod)

Today is World Food Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about global food security and the need for sustainable food systems. With over 800 million people still facing hunger, it's crucial we take action to make healthy, nutritious food accessible to everyone. At anu? (previously gropod), we believe in the power of local, sustainable farming. Our Pure Produce? Containers with empower communities to grow their own fresh, pesticide-free vegetables, reducing the need for long supply chains that often contribute to food waste. By growing food closer to home, we not only reduce food waste but also promote better health, sustainability, and food security. Let’s work together to create a future where everyone has access to healthy food that’s better for both people and the planet! #WorldFoodDay #FoodSecurity #Sustainability #GrowLocal #PureProduce #EndHunger #ZeroHunger #FoodAsMedicine #HealthyLiving FAO ekō Solutions Land Betterment Corporation Purdue Agriculture Purdue University

Excited to have Scott Massey & Austin Ottinger from anu? (previously gropod) on campus at Purdue University in Indianapolis tomorrow night! They’ll join Nathalie Duval-Couetil and Brenda Klinkhamer to talk about the importance of entrepreneurship, impact of Purdue and running a startup. Plus they’ll have internships open soon! Students RSVP here for the info session: https://lnkd.in/gu7pQiUQ

Proud to represent our Purdue University roots at the national U.S. Small Business Administration SCORE Mentors Competition!

We’re thrilled to announce that our CEO, Scott Massey, has been named to the NKBA Thirty Under 30 Class of 2025! ?? This recognition celebrates young leaders in the kitchen and bath industry who are driving change and innovation, and we’re proud to see Scott’s commitment to health, wellness, and sustainability being recognized. At anu?, we believe that the kitchen is the heart of every home, and by integrating sustainable practices and wellness-focused solutions, we can create spaces that not only look good but also promote healthier and more sustainable living. ?? We’re excited for Scott to join other industry innovators at KBIS 2025 in Las Vegas, where they’ll share ideas and discover new ways to shape the future of kitchen and bath design. Here’s to continuing our mission of transforming spaces to improve people’s lives and protect the planet! ?? #NKBA #ThirtyUnder30 #KBIS2025 #HealthAndWellness #Sustainability #Innovation #FutureOfDesign #PureProduce Purdue Innovates AgriNovus Indiana Conexus Indiana

#ICYMI: A big congratulations to anu? (previously gropod), a health and wellness brand developing innovative controlled-environment agriculture systems, for winning first place and a $20,000 prize at the recent SCORE pitch competition! The company was founded by Purdue University alumni Scott Massey and Ivan Ball and competed among 10 small businesses: https://bit.ly/4dqQtL3 #Purdue #PurdueInnovates #PitchCompetition

?? We're excited to introduce Kaya Arnold, our newest team member! ?? Kaya moved to the area from Boulder, Colorado, four years ago and is currently a freshman at the University of Southern Indiana, studying Environmental Science. ?? With a keen interest in forest hydrology, Kaya brings a passion for the environment and sustainability to our team. In her free time, she enjoys fly fishing, gardening, and hiking. Welcome to the team, Kaya—we’re thrilled to have you on board! ?? #WelcomeToTheTeam #EnvironmentalScience #Sustainability #NewHire #PureProduce #TeamGrowth

?? What makes our Pure Produce? Container farms with ekō Solutions stand out? ?? ? Rapidly Deployable: Our modular container farms are set up in just hours, growing within the day, and harvesting within weeks! ?? Self-Nurturing? Seed Pods: No labor-intensive germination or chemistry knowledge needed—our pods do the work for you! ?? Rotary Aeroponic Design?: The most efficient yield density and power efficiency on the market. Together, these benefits allow us to achieve a plant canopy square footage in a 20-foot container that rivals or surpasses most 40-foot competitors! ?? What will you grow first? ???? #PureProduce #VerticalFarming #SustainableAgriculture #Innovation #GrowYourOwn #Aeroponics #FutureOfFarming Vertical Farm Daily Purdue Innovates Land Betterment Corporation

We’re incredibly grateful to have won gold at the national SCORE Mentors U.S. Small Business Administration Pitch Competition in Des Moines, Iowa! ?? Honored to be recognized for our efforts in tackling nutritional insecurity by empowering individuals and communities to grow Pure Produce? that's better for people and the planet. ?? Our Pure Produce? Containers made in partnership with ekō Solutions have the potential to transform communities from food importers to producers, all while boosting health, improving the environment, and supporting local entrepreneurship! ???? #SCOREMentors #SBA #PureProduce #SustainableFarming #FoodSecurity #CommunityEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship Land Betterment Corporation Purdue Research Foundation Purdue Innovates Purdue University Indiana Economic Development Corporation Ed Coleman Kristyn Shay Bridget Weston, MBA Candice Stennett SBA Indiana District Office Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Indiana Small Business Development Center (Indiana SBDC) AgriNovus Indiana Conexus Indiana Lindsay Maliqi Scott Massey Jennifer Crandall iGrow News SCORE Mentors Indianapolis

?? Yesterday was the United Nations International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, but the mission doesn’t end there! Let’s keep the momentum going and take a closer look at the staggering statistics from the recent report: ?? Did you know that 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions are linked to food that’s never consumed? In fact, industrial agriculture often overproduces at a two-three head ratio, meaning for every couple crops harvested, only one reaches our plates—wasting massive amounts of resources in the process before and after the consumer. At anu?, we’re taking a stand against this waste. Our compostable plant-based seed pods not only eliminate landfill waste but ensure more nutritious plants when they are fresher grown locally and not subject to prolonged supply chains. By growing food closer to where it’s consumed, we ensure that every bite counts. ?? Together, we can reduce waste, protect our planet, and create a more sustainable future. Let’s continue the journey toward a world where food is grown, harvested, and enjoyed with zero waste. ???? #ReduceFoodWaste #SustainableLiving #FoodSecurity #Compostable #PureProduce #ClimateAction #GrowYourOwn #zerowaste FAO US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) JLIF World Food Programme New Zealand Food Waste Champions 12.3 Charitable Trust (NZFWC 12.3 Trust) One Planet Group WRAP Cymru World Resources Institute WWF

This year's United Nations International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (29 September) is a powerful call to action! ?? ?? According to the latest Food Waste Index Report 2024, the world wasted an estimated 1.05 billion tons of food in 2022, with households alone contributing to 79 kg per capita per year. This means over 1 billion meals go to waste each day while 783 million people suffer from hunger. ?? Did you know that food waste contributes to 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions? By growing our vegetables closer to home, we not only reduce waste but also minimize our carbon footprint. That’s why we’ve gone to great lengths to develop plant-based compostable seed pods that you can grow in your kitchen and compost, ensuring zero landfill disposal. ?? Small changes can make a big difference! ??Grow your own food: Growing vegetables closer to consumption reduces waste and ensures fresher, healthier meals. At anu?, we’ve developed compostable plant-based seed pods that can be easily composted without landfill disposal, making sustainable growing even more accessible. ??Composting: Turn kitchen scraps into valuable nutrients for your garden, reducing the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Let’s all work together—public, private sectors, and consumers—to cut food waste and optimize natural resources for a healthier planet and future! ?? #EndFoodWaste #Sustainability #GrowYourOwn #ClimateAction #foodsecurity