Biotech4Food’s Post

📍On June 5th, CNTA and NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA organized a #brainstorm 💭 session involving different stakeholders within the #biotech 🔬 community in #Navarre. During this session, we had a chance to explore a bit more in depth the conclusions previously gathered through online surveys and one-to-one interviews with relevant actors. Through the opinions and insights of our incredible panel of stakeholders, we had the chance to adjust some of the perceptions which were not fully developed in the interviews and to find common ground on which are the main #barriers and #challenges to be addressed in Navarre, mostly related to the biotech workforce and other aspects of our region.   👉 BEATRIZ DE DIEGO DÍAZ, PhD, Ángela San Román Lecumberri and Natanael Viñegra de la Torre conducted this session, in which the general scope of the project was introduced to several partners in the region. The #results of this brainstorm regions will be used, in combination with other sister regions in #Europe, to draw an accurate and precise map 🗺 of the needs of the biotech industry as well as what steps 👣 can be taken to address them.   We are thankful to all participants of the session, among which was also our recently incorporated Biotech4Food partner Ingredalia S.L..   We keep working 💪 to make biotech available and attractive to all actors of the #agrifood industry! Powered by Ingredients for a Circular Economy European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums | CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Atelier du Fruit | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

ℹ New brainstorm session! 👉 As part of the Biotech4Food project, ANFACO-CECOPESCA has been working on an analysis of the state-of-the-art of the use of #biotechnology 🔬  in the #Galician #agrifood industry. Several interviews were conducted with actors of the agrifood industry, #biotech solution providers, and #researchers, supplemented by #surveys 📝 and desk research, with the goal of identifying regional #strengths and #opportunities 🎯 , as well as hurdles and barriers to overcome. 📌 Following this analysis, ANFACO-CECOPESCA is hosting a complementary #brainstorm 💭 session on June 28th from 10 am to 12 pm, grouping the aforementioned stakeholders and regional authorities, to validate the results of this state-of-the-art analysis and further discuss the main challenges of implementing #biotechnology in the food industry, the measurements that can be taken at regional level to improve #cooperation 🤝 between research and industry and strengthen the use of biotech in the food industry with the support of regional authorities, and to identify #thematics for which interregional cooperation can be advantageous. Powered by Ingredients for a Circular Economy European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums | CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Atelier du Fruit | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

🧠 Another brainstorm session! 👉 As part of the @Biotech4Food project, Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums has been working on an analysis of the state-of-the-art of the use of #biotechnology in the French South-East #agrifood industry. Several interviews were conducted with actors of the agrifood industry, but also biotech solution providers, and researchers. These were supplemented by surveys and desk research, with the goal to identify regional strengths, opportunities, but also hurdles and barriers to overcome. 📍 Following this analysis, Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums is hosting a complementary brainstorm session, grouping together several actors from the food industry, biotech solutions providers, and regional actors (Auran - Agence d'Urbanisme de la Région Nantaise + Région Sud - Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) to further discuss this state-of-the-art, as well as possible regional stratagems to strengthen the use of biotech in the food industry. 🔬 Biotech4Food is funded by #I3Instrument, under the coordination of Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia, and powered by the S3 (Smart Specialisation Strategy) Partnership Ingredients for a Circular Economy, with Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums as one of its members. European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums| CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Atelier du Fruit | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

👉 The ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece in collaboration with the authorities of Region of Central Macedonia have initiated the creation of a group 👥 of experts (#academia & research #institute, #industry and #innovation partners) responsible for #mapping 📌 the food #biotechnology sector within the region and developing 📈 its initial strategy for this domain. This committee has already gathered twice❗ ℹ The members of the group are from the #AristoteleionUniversityofThessaloniki, the International Hellenic University , the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH), ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece, Region of Central Macedonia, the Thessaloniki Innovation Zone and industry. 📍 Powered by Ingredients for a Circular Economy European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité et des filières du végétal | CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | Koukakis Farm S.A. | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT | #HifasInnovationHub #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

📆 SAVE THE DATE ❗ 👉 Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia, the coordinating partner of the Biotech4Food project, will participate in the Pitchperfect & Boost the European Bioeconomy 2024. 📌 It is a two-day cross-border and cross-sectoral pitching, matchmaking and networking event aimed to connect the industry with innovative (bio-based) technologies, innovators with investors and to create 🆕 partnerships for the future. ➡ As we get closer to the event, we will update you with some more information ℹ and we will show you how Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia is visiting the event. This is our first post from a new section where we will share events across the European territory and that are directly related to biotechnologies 🔬 , innovation and the agri-food industry. 📍 Powered by Ingredients for a Circular Economy European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums | CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Atelier du Fruit | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

🧠🌱 Regional brainstorm: biotechnology in the French South-East agri-food industry A few days ago, Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums organised a roundtable session to discuss the challenges, barriers, and potential solutions in the application of biotechnology in the agri-food industry of the Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Région Sud - Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 🚧 Participants found that significant #barriers in their use were current legislation, consumer perception, and the lack of adequate infrastructure at regional level. 🤔 How do we address these barriers? Concrete ideas emerging from the discussion included: -     To maximize collaboration and work in #collective effort; -     To map the regional #ecosystem of agri-food #biotechnology actors; -     To build a regional #strategy around agri-food biotechnology; -     To set up pilot plants in our territories, reflecting on the model of #public-#private partnerships. 📢 Efforts are underway by Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums to continue building on these ideas, both with the actors of the agri-food industry, as well as with the relevant regional political actors. Powered by Ingredients for a Circular Economy European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Le pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité Agroalimentaire Nutraceutique Cosmétique Arômes Parfums | CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Atelier du Fruit | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

🌿🔬We had the pleasure of participating in the closing conference of the Smart Protein Project in Berlin!🌍🤝   This EU-funded initiative brought together experts from across the entire food value chain – from farmers and retailers to scientists – for four years of research across 20 countries. The goal? To develop a holistic approach to the EU food system, from farm to fork.   The Smart Protein project itself was a fantastic opportunity to gain crucial knowledge from stakeholders across the European food system, highlighting its strengths and areas for improvement.🇪🇺   Our key contribution to the project was providing our superior genetics of high-protein quinoa and chickpea varieties. These varieties are specifically designed to thrive in European growing conditions, paving the way for the development of high-quality plant-based proteins by other consortium partners. 🌾🧬   We're incredibly proud to have been part of this important project, which is making significant strides towards a healthier and more sustainable European food system! It was a true pleasure collaborating with this talented and dedicated group: University College Cork AB InBev AgResearch Arca Srl Benefit Barilla Group Beotanics Danone Delphy DöhlerGroup endori EurA AG Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft UGent Glanbia Ireland HES-SO Valais-Wallis INTIA MOGU Müller's Mühle GmbH Novozymes.   📸: ProVeg Deutschland ProVeg International   #SmartProteinEU #Fooftech #Foodinnovation #Plantbased #Sustainablefood 

🤔What is Biotech4Food Project for? 👇🏻 One of the reasons for this project was the need to have a general overview of the biotechnology situation in Europe 🌍 and, in particular, in each region. 📌In order to get this picture, a whole work package was designed: The Strategic Implementation & Roadmapping of the project. The information we aim to obtain from this phase of the project is: ▶ Opportunities, challenges and needs of the agri-food sector. ▶ Identification of regional biotechnological strengths and expertise by identifying relevant research and technology organisations (RTOs), companies, etc. capable of addressing the challenges of the agri-food industry. ▶ Identify existing barriers and obstacles to the rapid adoption of biotechnology in the agri-food sector. ▶ An overview of the availability and equipment of living laboratories, pilot facilities and technology platforms. ▶ Regional strategies for biotechnology development, relevant projects and available regional funding. With all this information, the Biotech4Food partners will be able to write 📝 a recommendation for regional and European authorities, providing them with relevant and strategic information on the value chains of biotechnologies. 📍 Powered by Ingredients for a Circular Economy European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) | Wagralim, the Agri-Food Innovation Cluster of Wallonia | Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro | Flanders' FOOD | Agrifood Clust-ER | Innov'Alliance - Pôle de compétitivité de la Naturalité et des filières du végétal | CNTA | NAGRIFOOD - CLUSTER AGROALIMENTARIO DE NAVARRA | ANFACO-CECOPESCA | #AgrotechnologyExportCluster | ATECluster Thessaloniki Greece | Vésale Pharma | BRETAGNE CHIMIE FINE | Region of Central Macedonia | MARIA GOULAPTSI | FENGA FOOD INNOVATION SAS | ARTECHNO sa | THT | Ingredalia S.L. | Atelier du Fruit | Bugslab | Avecom | Calidris Bio | Ε.Β.Υ.Π. Ε.Ε. / EVYP LLP | COCONT #innovation #Biotech4Food #B4F #SMEs #biotechnology #valuechain #agrifood

🌍 Join us for an exciting roundtable discussion on hemp seed valorisation! 🌱   📅 When? November 20th, morning session  📍 Where? At the #WorldHempForum in #Troyes!   🔍 We're bringing together industry leaders and experts to dive into key topics, including: - Global Market Trends: Understanding the major shifts and future outlook for #hemp products. - Challenges in Food Valorization: Exploring the opportunities and limitations of using hemp seeds in the food industry.  - The Power of Hemp Protein: Uncovering the potential of this sustainable, plant-based protein source. 💡 The discussion will be moderated by pascal mortoire, whose extensive international career spans across various natural products sectors (dairy, water, fibers, proteins, etc.). With experience in over 132 countries, Pascal brings a wealth of knowledge in strategic business development, crisis management, and product innovation. 🎤 Meet our Panelists: - Marine Messant, PhD - Co-founder and CTO of AuraLIP Low Impact Protein 🌎🍀, Marine has a deep expertise in plant biotechnology and innovation. Her work is paving the way for novel applications of hemp in various industries.   - Kertmegi Boglarka - Sourcing Manager at Canah International, Boglarka brings over two decades of supply chain expertise, from logistics optimization in the automotive industry to strategic procurement in packaging. Today, she focuses on organic hemp seed sourcing and supplier development, contributing her insights on the food valorization of hemp at the World Hemp Forum.   Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry pioneers and explore the future of hemp seed valorization! 🌿   📅 Program and more about the event: https://lnkd.in/ewHP-Kcx (FR) and https://lnkd.in/equkjM6T (EN) ✏️ Register now and be part of the conversation : https://lnkd.in/emSpzwgS The World Hemp Forum is supported by: Département de l'Aube, CELSIUS sarl, Cerfrance, Crédit Agricole de Champagne-Bourgogne, FRD - CODEM, HEMP IT ADN, La Chanvrière, Région Grand Est, Troyes Champagne Métropole   #HempSeed #FoodInnovation #SustainableProtein #HempIndustry #WorldHempForum #Valorization #SupplyChain #industrialhemp #Ilovehemp

FunTomP proudly collaborated with ProxIMed to co-host a special session at #EFFoST2024: "Innovative Approaches to Functional Foods from Mediterranean Agricultural Byproducts." The session included: Mecit Halil Oztop: An overview of the FunTomP project, focusing on the sustainable transformation of tomato byproducts into functional foods such as snack bars, powders, and sauces. Anet Režek Jambrak: High-power ultrasound extraction of bioactive compounds from tomato peels, showcasing its potential for sustainable antioxidant applications. Sanda Pleslić: Diagnostics of non-thermal plasma in food processing, incorporating Industry 4.0 technologies for enhanced safety and efficiency. Franka Markić: Exploring bioactive compound interactions with ultrasound-generated radicals in tomato juice to improve quality and functionality. Special thanks to PRIMA Partnership and European Federation of Food Science and Technology for supporting platforms that promote collaboration and innovation in Mediterranean food systems. 🌱🍅 #FunTomP #Sustainability #FunctionalFoods #MediterraneanDiet #EFFoST2024 Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi / Middle East Technical University, University of Zagreb Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology, University of Zagreb / Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Ruđer Bošković Institute