Liberation Labs is commercializing precision fermentation with a global network of purpose built, international manufacturing facilities that enable the next wave of biotechnology advancements to produce alternative protein at scale.

Alongside pioneering players, Bel intends to accelerate the development and marketing of products incorporating alternative proteins, to contribute to a new food model to feed 10 billion people by 2050 while limiting the environmental impact of its value chain.

Meati’s offerings avoid the fat and cholesterol of conventional animal meat while delivering on nutrition with 15g protein, 9g dietary fiber and a host of micronutrients, such as Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate, Vitamin B12, and Iron.  

Givaudan has published “The Protein Horizon: the Landscape of Alternative Protein Technologies Enabling Future Food Experiences,” its fourth white paper collaboration with the University of Berkeley, California. Officials say the paper provides cutting-edge information on current, emerging and future technologies for manufacturers producing meat and fish alternatives.

Innovation in the alternative proteins space could experience accelerated growth as a result of a recently introduced executive order from President Joe Biden.

Even well funded players are suffering. Planterra Foods who launched the OZO brand a few years ago just announced it is being shut down by its parent company Brazilian-based JBS. Maple Leaf Foods, who owns Lightlife and Field Roast plant-based brands, is reallocating resources back to conventional meat amid declining sales.

BlueNalu has developed breakthrough technologies that pave the way to scalability and significant cost reduction, advancing the company towards its goal to produce nutritional, functional, and high-value seafood products. 

ADM, a global leader in nutrition, announced that it will invest approximately $300 million to significantly expand its Decatur, Ill., alternative protein production, as the company continues to add capacity to meet strong demand growth. ADM will further enhance its alternative protein capabilities by opening a new, state-of-the-art Protein Innovation Center, also in Decatur. 

Investment in alternative proteins, and funding for general protein innovation strengthens in 2022.