The Future of Protein Production

As alternative proteins evolve, companies are increasingly looking to scale innovations from animal feed into human food applications. But what does it take to successfully make this transition? From regulatory hurdles to functional and nutritional optimization, navigating this shift requires a multifaceted approach. You can find out on Thursday 27 February 2025 at 2pm London/3pm Berlin and 9am New York City in our second webinar of the year, Springboarding from feed to food: What does it take?. Seats are limited so secure your spot today! https://hubs.ly/Q036zqBP0 Join Protein Production Technology International for another star-studded webinar, sponsored by Unibio, where industry leaders will explore the challenges and opportunities in bringing feed-derived proteins to the food sector. Our expert panel will discuss: ✅ Regulatory considerations for approval and market entry ✅ Scaling strategies for commercializing novel protein sources ✅ Functional and sensory challenges in adapting proteins for food applications ✅ Consumer acceptance and sustainability narratives Expert panelists include: 🔹 Eleni Ntokou – New Product Development, Sustainability, & Regulatory Affairs Director, Unibio 🔹 Thierry Duvanel – Director of Innovation, Bühler Group 🔹 Bryan Tracy – Co-founder & CEO, Superbrewed Food Inc. 🔹 Olivier Hartz – Chief Commercial Officer, Unibio 🔹 Hannah Lester – CEO & Principal Consultant, ATOVA Regulatory Consulting, SLU 🔹 Celine Schiff-Deb – Chief Scientific Officer, MISTA/Givaudan Who should attend? This webinar is essential for food and feed innovators, alternative protein startups, investors, and industry professionals seeking to understand the roadmap from feed-grade to food-grade proteins. 🔗 Register now to gain valuable insights from leading experts shaping the future of sustainable protein production! #foodtech #alternativeproteins #altproteins #foodproduction

📣 Save the date: you are invited to join the biggest event of the year in Europe for alternative proteins. The Future of Protein Production Amsterdam will return to RAI Amsterdam in a larger venue on 29 & 30 October, and we'd love for you to join us! This year, we will be bigger than ever with: ⭐ +1,000 attendees ⭐ +100 speakers ⭐ +60 exhibitors Will you join us at the meeting place for the commercialization of alternative proteins? For the first time ever, we are offering a free pass. Yup, you heard that right, you can attend Future of Protein Production Amsterdam for free! The free pass will give you access to the exhibition only, while our all-access pass includes everything the conference has to offer, including an industry-leading agenda, fantastic networking opportunities, mission-critical workshops, food and drinks, and much, much more! 🐣 Plus, if you secure your pass now, you will benefit from a discount of €500 with our Super Early Bird offer! ⏰ Don't dally! 🎫 Register now and we'll see you in October: https://hubs.ly/Q036p59N0 #FutureOfFood #AlternativeProtein #FoodInnovation #FoodTech #CellularAgriculture #PlantBased #Fermentation

With alternative proteins facing increasing pressure to scale efficiently, navigate complex regulations, and secure investment in a cautious funding environment, industry leaders gathered to discuss the path from discovery to commercialization at the 30 January 2025 webinar hosted by Protein Production Technology International, in partnership with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences. Once again, we reached our maximum limit on live attendees so to watch on-demand from 1 February 2025, please register via the link below: https://hubs.ly/Q034R3jn0 Chris Saenz from Beckman Coulter Life Sciences emphasized the importance of early alignment, noting that "engaging upstream and downstream teams from the start is critical to avoid costly misalignment later." Kartheek Anekella-Anderson from Pall Corporation highlighted the role of quality control, stating that "batch-to-batch consistency starts with anticipating challenges at the lab scale, not at full production." Mihir Pershad from Umami Bioworks stressed the need for strategic flexibility, explaining that "companies must de-risk their strategy—whether through market diversification or adjacent applications." Simo Ellilä from Enifer spoke about market adaptability, saying, "Pet food is a great entry point, but flexibility is key to transitioning to human food markets." And finally, Adam Leman from The Good Food Institute underscored the broader potential of biomanufacturing, adding, "Biomanufacturing presents a huge opportunity for food security and domestic job creation." As the alternative protein sector evolves, these insights will be critical for companies navigating commercialization. #FutureOfFood #PrecisionFermentation #ScalingInnovation #FoodTech #AlternativeProteins

🗓️ Join us for this week's insightful (and FREE!) webinar from Protein Production Technology International, 'From Molecule to Market: Exploring the Journey from Discovery to Commercialization', on Thursday January 30, 2025, at 14:00 London/15:00 Berlin/09:00 New York City. As our December 2024 webinar was oversubscribed, we would urge you to sign up now to avoid disappointment! And don't worry if you can't attend live—you can watch the session recording at any time, but you'll need to register to access the playback. This free, hour-long event is hosted in partnership with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and will feature a diverse panel of industry experts sharing their expertise in protein production and commercialization. 🔍 Taking an innovative protein product from R&D to market is a complex and multifaceted journey. This webinar will explore the key stages of this process, from the early steps of molecular discovery to scaling up production, navigating regulatory frameworks, and meeting market expectations. The panel will also discuss strategies for overcoming common challenges, such as optimizing yields, ensuring production consistency, balancing sustainability with cost-effectiveness, and addressing consumer demands for quality and taste.

There's just a week to go to sign up for our first webinar of 2025 and given the Oscars nominees will be announced later today, we've got our own star-studded cast for 'From molecule to market: Exploring the journey from discovery to commercialization', which takes place at 2pm London/3pm Berlin/9am New York City on Thursday 30 January 2025. Sign up today to grab one of the limited virtual seats. And remember, if you can't attend on the day, you still need to register to watch on-demand! https://hubs.ly/Q033Kj5v0 Taking an innovative protein product from R&D to commercialization is a complex journey that requires navigating numerous challenges while capitalizing on significant opportunities. This webinar will explore the critical stages of this process, highlighting key strategies for success and pitfalls to avoid. We're delighted to be joined by some A-listers in the alternative proteins sector: Mihir Pershad, Founder & CEO Umami Bioworks Simo Ellilä, CEO & Co-founder Enifer Kartheek Anekella, PhD Anekella, Global Marketing Manager, Food and Alternative Protein Pall Corporation Brian Jacobson, Associate Director of Strategic Operations University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chris Saenz, Segment Development Manager - Biomanufacturing - North America Beckman Coulter Life Sciences Adam Leman Ph.D., Lead Scientist, Fermentation The Good Food Institute Let's start 2025 off with a bang! Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of protein production. Reserve your spot today! This is a free-to-attend webinar. Attendees can hear from industry experts and interact through a Q&A session. #freewebinar #alternativeproteins #startups #foodtech #biomanufacturing

As anyone who has attended our conferences will know, we are committed to delivering high-quality content and offering the premier meeting place for the future protein sector. In light of a scheduling conflict with the original 2025 dates, we could not secure the same space that contributed to the success of Future of Protein Production Chicago 2024. Therefore, the next edition of Future of Protein Production Chicago will now take place on 24 & 24 February 2026. This way, we can maintain the high standards that attendees know and expect from us. In the meantime, we will refine the program, incorporating the latest advancements and ensuring an unparalleled experience for attendees. The conference will still be held at McCormick Place in Chicago, a venue renowned for fostering meaningful connections and showcasing industry innovation. Registrations for the 2025 dates will automatically transfer to the new 2026 dates, and exhibitors will be supported to make the most of their participation. All exhibitors booked for the 2025 event have been incredibly understanding and have pledged their continued support for the 2026 edition. If you can't wait until 2026 to connect with the alternative protein community, don't worry, we have another opportunity for you! The Future of Protein Production Amsterdam is taking place in the Elicium at RAI Amsterdam on 29/30 October. With more than 60 exhibitors, a free-to-attend exhibition, a dedicated conference, and over 1,000 attendees expected, it’s the perfect opportunity to engage with the latest developments and industry leaders. Whichever event you choose, we look forward to meeting you and working together to accelerate the commercialization of alternative proteins. #FutureOfProteinProduction #AlternativeProteins #FoodInnovation #FutureOfFood

Every picture tells a story! Thank you to everyone who has followed us over the past year or so. You've helped us reach 20,000 followers! This is your home for alternative proteins, a dedicated platform that boasts a quarterly B2B magazine, Protein Production Technology International, monthly webinars, daily news, weekly emailers, and live conferences and exhibitions. This is a big milestone for us, but it's simply the start.... There is more on the horizon! Stay tuned for future updates. #alternativeproteins #foodtech #cultivatedmeat #plantbased #fermentation

📢 ICYMI, if you were unable to join our webinar on 18 December due to capacity limitations (more than 660 people registered!), you can now watch it on demand. It was a fantastic discussion... Click below to watch the whole 60 minutes now... https://lnkd.in/e7Wd6Tfq That final 2024 webinar brought together industry leaders to discuss microbial proteins' potential and challenges. Winston Sun of Angel yeast highlighted the sustainability of AngeoPro, stating, “Yeast protein production generates carbon emissions 20 times lower than beef.” Celine Schiff-Deb of MISTA noted, “Microbial proteins are already cost-competitive with some plant proteins,” emphasizing their versatility. Katelijne Bekers from MicroHarvest advocated for scalable and decentralized production, while Ramkumar Nair stressed, “Consumers decide the future of any product.” Eugene Wang of Sophie's BioNutrients highlighted algae’s efficiency, noting its minimal land and water usage. Together, the panel demonstrated how microbial proteins can reshape sustainable food systems. #microbialproteins #fermentation #fungi #algae #alternativeproteins

As 2024 winds down, we want to say THANK YOU for a plant-tastic year! Whether you attended our conferences in Chicago and Amsterdam, fermented your knowledge in our monthly webinars, cultivated insights from our news and emailers, or digested the pages of Protein Production Technology International – you were the real stars of our show! ⭐ Your support helps us nourish innovation, and your enthusiasm keeps us growing. We’re so grateful to have you along for this alt-protein journey! Wishing you a happy, healthy, and protein-packed 2025! Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of food-tech and seeding a sustainable future together. See you next year for more prime cuts of insight and egg-citing events! 🥚🌱🔬 #SeasonsGreetings #FutureOfProtein #AlternativeProteins #FoodTech #ThankYou

In Protein Production Technology International's final 2024 webinar, industry experts delved into microbial proteins' role in sustainable food systems. Winston Sun of Angel yeast introduced AngeoPro, a yeast protein boasting over 80% protein content and all essential amino acids. He emphasized, "The carbon emissions generated during yeast protein production are 20 times lower than beef." Celine Schiff-Deb from MISTA highlighted microbial proteins' cost-effectiveness and sustainability, noting, "Microbial proteins are already cost-competitive with some plant proteins." She also mentioned their ability to utilize diverse carbon sources, enhancing sustainability. MicroHarvest's Katelijne Bekers stressed scalability and integration into existing systems, stating, "We need to integrate these new proteins into existing systems rather than replace them." She advocated for decentralized production to reduce supply chain risks. Ramkumar Nair, formerly of Mycorena, discussed consumer acceptance, asserting, "At the end of the day, consumers decide the future of any product." He plans to target consumers directly with clean-label, high-protein products. Eugene Wang of Sophie's BioNutrients highlighted algae's potential, noting, "Producing algae protein uses a fraction of the water and land required for beef or soy protein." He emphasized algae's resilience and minimal freshwater usage. Collectively, the panel underscored microbial proteins' promise in meeting global protein demands sustainably. #foodtech #microbialproteins #alternativeproteins #algae #fungi #yeast