Originating thousands of years ago in Ethiopia, teff is the smallest known grain in the world. It’s a grass that uses 10x less water than wheat to grow and is a nutritional powerhouse. It is often referred to as the "runner's superfood" given the winning tradition of Ethiopian long-distance runners.
Industry: Food & Drink
Sectors: Health, Wellbeing, Performance, Sports
Services: Scientific Credibility & Positioning, Evidence-Based Marketing & Brand Positioning Support, Industry Trends, Insights & Education, New Product Innovation / R&D
"For me, teff is everything"
- Haile Gebrselassie
Considered one of the greatest runners in history, Haile Gebrselassie has victories and world records in almost every long-distance and middle-distance event. He fuels his runs with teff. With its roots in Ethiopia where it’s been a dietary staple for centuries, teff is now gaining global recognition for its nutritional benefits.
Enter The Teff Creations Company.
Their first consumer product is their Teff Superblend Bites. Four years in the making, these nutritionally-dense, all-natural snacks fuse innovation with tradition.
Teff Superblend Bites deliver an all-natural, high-quality source of slowly digested carbohydrates, fibre to support gut health, and micronutrients such as iron, manganese and phosphorus.
TTCC’s Bites are baked in their own UK-based factory, and their ingredients are sustainably and responsibly sourced to amplify impact across the supply chain.
In addition, they partner with the charity, Ethiopiaid, to support a street feeding programme in Addis Ababa run by Hop Enterprises.
Gluten Free
Nothing Artificial
High Fibre
Plant Based
All-Natural Ingredients
Travel Friendly
TTCC x Edge Creations
The Teff Creations Company (TTCC) approached Edge Creations fuelled by a profound passion for the teff grain and a commitment to improving the quality of snacks available on the market. With an ethos echoing our own, TTCC was not just in the business of crafting high quality snacks, but committed to enriching lives, respecting the environment, and driving meaningful impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Their primary product, the Teff Superblend Bites, was years in the making. These travel-friendly snacks blend the nutrient-dense advantages of teff with natural ingredients to offer high fibre, sustained energy, and gut health support. TTCC’s hands-on approach to in-house manufacturing ensured the highest levels of quality control.
With a shared vision of championing scientifically validated health products and a commitment to ethical and sustainable practices, together we embarked on a journey to elevate TTCC’s status as the frontrunner in the teff snack sector.
The Challenge
At the core of our partnership with TTCC was a multi-faceted challenge: unveiling the marvel of teff to a largely unaware market. While teff boasted impressive nutritional attributes, its relative obscurity meant that many potential consumers had yet to recognise its value.
Furthermore, teff’s distinct properties make it notably challenging to incorporate into consumable products. This is due to its unique composition and behaviour during food processing. Yet, TTCC had managed to crack the code with their Teff Superblend Bites. This feat in itself was a testament to their commitment and innovation.
However, the road ahead wasn’t simply about introducing teff. It was about crafting an authentic, science-driven narrative that steered clear of overhyping or making unsubstantiated claims. The narrative would need to accurately enlighten consumers on both the grain's inherent benefits and the added value packed into TTCC’s Superblend Bites.
And while establishing TTCC as the leading authority in the teff market was paramount, the vision was even bolder. TTCC aspired to stand toe-to-toe with heavyweights in the broader snack sector. Their goal? To not just be different, but to be undeniably better. It was about defining a unique market space where TTCC wasn’t merely an alternative, but a premier choice for those in the know.
Insight - 5 Ways We Helped
Value synopsis: Harnessing the power of science and research, we helped transform TTCC's raw potential into a compelling, science-backed narrative, setting the stage for market leadership and genuine product distinction.
02 Scientific Communication & Advocacy
Bridging Science and Society
Value Synopsis: Guiding TTCC through the maze of digital communication, we anchored their brand in science, crafting narratives that resonate with credibility, ensuring every touchpoint reflects genuine product value.
03 Amplifying Awareness Through Expert Advocacy
Elevating Voices, Driving Impact
Value Synopsis: By merging brand education with elite nutritional insights, we not only elevated TTCC's brand awareness but also empowered audiences to integrate high-performance nutrition principles and informed choices into their everyday lives.
04 Pioneering New Market Entries & Securing Investment
Forging Pathways to Market Success
Value Synopsis: Harnessing our industry relationships, we supported TTCC's market expansion, helping them to secure significant investment and forging powerful brand advocacy.
05 New Product Innovation
Shaping Tomorrow's Innovations
Value Synopsis: Anchoring our approach in rigorous scientific research, we have been co-creating a pipeline of cutting-edge products that spotlight, and make accessible, the remarkable qualities of the teff grain.

Their Thoughts
"We have worked with Scott and his team at Edge Creations to provide support with our nutritional scope, brand amplification and product development.
I cannot recommend the team more highly - they go above and beyond!
They’ve helped with everything from ingredient formulations and new product development through to brand positioning and narratives, introducing their network, and helping us secure high quality investment - the list is endless and we’re only at the beginning of our journey.
For any company looking to optimise their brand or product, look no further than the team at The Edge HPL, who are not only working with the latest scientific advancements (as well as an amazing roster of clients!), but are just an incredible team to work with."
Jessica Rogers
Founder & CEO of The Teff Creations Company
Our Thoughts
We saw this as a great opportunity to partner with a highly innovative, science-engaged brand that is making big steps in the industry.
The team behind TTCC are top-tier and focussed on building products that are backed by credible research. I’m so impressed that they’re even doing their own controlled research studies, which we are proud to help them navigate. To me, this shows they’re serious and invested in their products, since conducting scientific studies won’t tell you what you WANT to see, but it’ll tell you what really works and what doesn’t. Testing and iterating over the product is so important and TTCC are doing exactly that.
It was inspiring to see our team mesh with TTCC's to deliver science-backed solutions. I’m hugely proud of what we have achieved together so far, and look forward to helping them push the boundaries as they evolve.
Dr Scott Robinson PhD MSc SENr