Buffalo-based Edenesque, a plant-based dairy company, was selected from over 1,600 applications for Whole Foods Market’s 2024 local and emerging accelerator program. The program offers $25,000 in equity investment, mentorship, and educational resources to help scale the company’s growth. Edenesque’s success has skyrocketed after transitioning to a co-manufacturer model, with revenue jumping from $5,000 in its first month back on shelves to over $50,000 in six months. Its current run rate exceeds $500,000 annually.
