Zero Acre Farms is on a mission to replace destructive vegetable oils with healthy, sustainable alternatives. The company uses fermentation to produce oils and fats with lower levels of harmful fats and a reduced environmental footprint.

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Vegetable oils (aka seed oils) are a big problem. They make up 20% of our daily calories and have been linked to widespread health and environmental issues. We’re here to change that. 

Our mission is to replace destructive vegetable oils used in our favorite restaurants and home kitchens. 

Seed oils are hidden in everything, from salad dressings and condiments, to fast food and Michelin-starred restaurants. Vegetable oils have been linked to weight gain, diabetes, cancer, cognitive decline, heart disease, autoimmune disease, and are a leading cause of deforestation and climate change. 

Zero Acre Farms is fixing one of the most problematic parts of our food system by introducing Zero Acre oil, a cleaner all-purpose cooking oil - with even more good fats than olive oil, a neutral taste, high smoke point and a smaller environmental footprint. Foods that are clean-fried in Zero Acre oil (not seed oils) have a delicious crisp taste with less greasiness, more heart-healthy fats and the lowest environmental impact compared to other cooking oils. Finally, restaurant and home kitchens have a replacement that offers the same versatility as vegetable oils without the health and environmental drawbacks.

As a team of food lovers, nutritionists, medical professionals, scientists and Michelin-starred chefs, we’re banding together to save our health and planet without sacrificing the foods we love. 

We’re giving the world a much needed oil change, will you join us?

Fifty Years

Long Journey Ventures

FootPrint Coalition

Collaborative Fund

Lowercarbon Capital

Habitat Partners

Virgin Group

S2G Ventures

Dan Barber

Check out Hopdoddy Burger Bar chat with CBS Austin about making the switch to Zero Acre oil for its menu favorites, now clean-fried for a more crispy and delicious taste that’s lighter on you and the planet.

Hopdoddy Burger Bar, through a partnership with Zero Acre Farms, is making history as the first national burger chain to commit to a 100% seed oil-free menu, beginning by replacing soybean oil with Zero Acre oil in every fryer at all Austin, San Antonio and San Marcos, Texas locations.

Today marks a historic moment for the fast food industry, which for too long has relied on industrial seed oils and vegetable oils as a staple ingredient of nearly every menu item. Across the world, more vegetable oils are produced annually than all beef, chicken, cheese and shrimp combined. The impact of Hopdoddy’s seed oil-free pledge is not only monumental for the industry, but also for the thousands of customers Hopdoddy feeds every day, who will not only enjoy tastier, but also cleaner and more environmentally friendly french fries, brussels sprouts, and fried chicken as a result of this partnership.

As just one example of the potential impact, 44 acres of land are required to produce the amount of soybean oil needed annually for frying at one Hopdoddy location, while only three acres are required with Zero Acre oil. That’s a difference of nearly 2,000 acres – tens of millions of square feet – across all 48 Hopdoddy locations! The CO2, water and caloric savings are just as significant.

We hope Hopdoddy’s seed oil-free pledge acts as a beacon for the foodservice sector, setting the standard in ingredient sourcing among restaurant chains and redefining what it means to be a responsible restaurant. If you’re in Austin, San Antonio or San Marcos, give their crispy clean-fried favorites a try and let us know what you think!

“Why sugarcane? Zero Acre says it’s the world’s highest-yielding crop. It requires 85 percent less land than canola oil, and processing it emits 86 percent less CO2 than soybean oil.” Read more about Zero Acre oil and our partnership with Shake Shake in Inc. Magazine:

French fry taste test. Soybean oil vs Zero Acre oil. The results are in! Read more:

Big news! We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Shake Shack to further elevate the taste of their fries, chicken, and other menu items with cleaner, more sustainable frying in Zero Acre oil.

Select Shake Shack locations are now exclusively frying in Zero Acre oil in place of soybean oil. If you’re ordering from the Hudson Yards or Battery Park City Shacks in NYC, you’ll be tasting the delicious difference in fan-favorites like Crinkle Cut Fries, ‘Shroom Burger, Shack Stack, Veggie Shack, Chicken Shack, Chicken Bites and new limited-time Hot Menu items — with cleaner frying in neutral, versatile Zero Acre oil.

Why is this such a big deal?

Vegetable oils are the second ingredient in most fried foods and the third most consumed food in the world, now accounting for more than 20% of American calories. Replacing them with a healthier, more environmentally friendly oil can have a significant positive impact on human and planetary health. 

A big shoutout to the entire Shake Shack team for continuously exploring new ways to reduce their environmental footprint. We're proud to be part of Shake Shack’s ongoing commitment to Stand for Something Good.

Try us at Shake Shack and look for Zero Acre on more menus soon!

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We're excited to share that Zero Acre Farms has been named one of the most innovative companies in food by Fast Company for 2023!

Cultured Oil, which launched in July 2022, was recognized for its smaller environmental footprint compared to conventional vegetable oils like sunflower oil.

We're proud to be part of a movement towards healthier and more sustainable foods, and we thank Fast Company for recognizing our efforts to give the world an oil change!

Navigating the grocery store while trying to eliminate seed oils from your diet can be a daunting task. That’s why we’ve put together the ultimate seed oil-free shopping list for you!

Our comprehensive list features over 65 foods that are free of seed oils, allowing you to shop with confidence and ease. From sauces, dressings, and marinades to meal-replacement bars, chips, popcorn, crackers, and sweets, we’ve got you covered.

Choosing healthier alternatives and avoiding seed oils may help lower inflammation and reduce the risk of certain health issues. For more information and tips on shopping smarter, check out our article:

Want to learn more about the purpose and plan behind Cultured Oil?

Cultured Oil is a new type of cooking oil made by fermenting sugarcane. This “all-purpose cooking oil with a purpose” is high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, extremely low in omega-6 linoleic acid, and has a clean neutral taste and high smoke point.

Cultured Oil requires 87% less land than canola oil, emits 86% less greenhouse gas than soybean oil, and uses 99% less water than olive oil.

This article provides a detailed overview of our mission and offers insights into the unique benefits of using Cultured Oil in your cooking: https://lnkd.in/d_pnETBP

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