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🌱 For #WorldVeganDay, we’re sharing insights on the growth of the #plantbased market: the sector is showing strong upward trends, with global estimates reaching $61.3 billion by 2028. In Europe, Germany leads with a nearly 2-billion-euro market, followed by the United Kingdom and Italy (680.9 million euros). 🌱 In occasione del #WorldVeganDay, condividiamo uno spunto sulla crescita del mercato #plantbased: il settore sta registrando numeri in forte ascesa, con stime globali di 61,3 miliardi di dollari entro il 2028. In Europa, la Germania è leader con quasi 2 miliardi di euro di mercato, seguita dal Regno Unito e dall’Italia (680,9 milioni di euro). Ref.: Il Sole 24 Ore

🌱 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 "𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧"? 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 🌱 The term precision fermentation has rapidly gained traction, especially in food tech, where it’s transforming how we produce sustainable, animal-free proteins. But where did it come from? Precision fermentation uses microbial fermentation to produce specific, high-value compounds—like proteins found in milk or eggs—by programming microbes through synthetic biology. While fermentation itself is ancient, precision fermentation is all about control: genetic engineering allows for the targeted production of specific compounds, creating ingredients that are identical to those traditionally sourced from animals. 📜 𝐀 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 B͟i͟o͟t͟e͟c͟h͟n͟o͟l͟o͟g͟y͟ B͟e͟g͟i͟n͟n͟i͟n͟g͟s͟: in the 1970s and 1980s, scientists began modifying bacteria to produce essential molecules like insulin. This biotech foundation enabled later breakthroughs in microbial programming for food purposes. E͟m͟e͟r͟g͟e͟n͟c͟e͟ o͟f͟ t͟h͟e͟ T͟e͟r͟m͟: As alternative protein companies sought to differentiate these methods from traditional fermentation, "precision fermentation" began gaining popularity, emphasizing the technology's specificity and sustainability advantages. F͟o͟o͟d͟ T͟e͟c͟h͟ R͟e͟v͟o͟l͟u͟t͟i͟o͟n͟͟: Pioneering companies and industry advocates have popularized the concept, highlighting how precision fermentation enables the creation of animal-free dairy proteins, sustainable food ingredients, and a new frontier in ethical food production. Interested in the science and potential of precision fermentation? Check out resources from The Good Food Institute and articles from FoodNavigator for the latest updates. #PrecisionFermentation #FoodTech #Biotechnology #FutureOfFood

🌱 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 "𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧"? 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 🌱 The term precision fermentation has rapidly gained traction, especially in food tech, where it’s transforming how we produce sustainable, animal-free proteins. But where did it come from? Precision fermentation uses microbial fermentation to produce specific, high-value compounds—like proteins found in milk or eggs—by programming microbes through synthetic biology. While fermentation itself is ancient, precision fermentation is all about control: genetic engineering allows for the targeted production of specific compounds, creating ingredients that are identical to those traditionally sourced from animals. 📜 𝐀 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 B͟i͟o͟t͟e͟c͟h͟n͟o͟l͟o͟g͟y͟ B͟e͟g͟i͟n͟n͟i͟n͟g͟s͟: in the 1970s and 1980s, scientists began modifying bacteria to produce essential molecules like insulin. This biotech foundation enabled later breakthroughs in microbial programming for food purposes. E͟m͟e͟r͟g͟e͟n͟c͟e͟ o͟f͟ t͟h͟e͟ T͟e͟r͟m͟: As alternative protein companies sought to differentiate these methods from traditional fermentation, "precision fermentation" began gaining popularity, emphasizing the technology's specificity and sustainability advantages. F͟o͟o͟d͟ T͟e͟c͟h͟ R͟e͟v͟o͟l͟u͟t͟i͟o͟n͟͟: Pioneering companies and industry advocates have popularized the concept, highlighting how precision fermentation enables the creation of animal-free dairy proteins, sustainable food ingredients, and a new frontier in ethical food production. Interested in the science and potential of precision fermentation? Check out resources from The Good Food Institute and articles from FoodNavigator for the latest updates. #PrecisionFermentation #FoodTech #Biotechnology #FutureOfFood

To everyone heading for The Future of Protein Production in Amsterdam today - enjoy! Don’t miss out on Matthias Schmalisch, VP of bio R&D at our partners-in-research Formo and our very own sheriff Will Van den Tweel, COO/CTO at Those Vegan Cowboys sharing their experiences of working closely together as ‘competitors’ - something we believe the whole industry can grow & benefit from. For those who have to miss it: hope you get inspired by this picture of Will in his daily lab attire. #altprotein #precisionfermentation #thosevegancowboys #formo #cowlesscasein #cowlesscheese #fpp

🚀 Growth and Challenges in the Alternative Protein Industry 🌱 The investment landscape for alternative proteins has shifted significantly in recent years. Initially, the sector thrived, attracting strong venture capital due to the environmental promise of plant-based proteins and consumer interest. However, 2022 brought challenges: rising interest rates and food inflation hit the industry hard, slowing down venture capital funding and creating hurdles for startups scaling manufacturing. But there’s hope! 💡 New growth opportunities are emerging: 🔑 Asset-light strategies like co-manufacturing and equipment leasing can reduce capital expenses. 🤝 Strategic partnerships with large corporations and foreign investment are promising, though early-stage risks remain. 📈 Government initiatives and innovative funding models, such as blended finance and market-shaping, are essential to unlocking future growth. Collaboration between governments, investors, and strategic partners will be key to overcoming challenges and driving sustainable food system innovation. 🌍🌱 #AlternativeProtein #Sustainability #FoodInnovation #VentureCapital #PREFER Ref. The reality of securing investment to scale alternative proteins - Sharyn Murray, CFA - 2024, August 30 - The Good Food Institute

🌟 Our team attended CPhI Milan 2024! 🌟 We are excited to share that our team had the opportunity to participate in CPhI Milan 2024, one of the largest international events in the pharmaceutical sector. 💊🌍 It was an incredible experience filled with inspiring meetings, new ideas, and valuable networking opportunities. We had the chance to explore the latest innovations, engage with industry leaders, and discover new possibilities to enhance the future of our industry. 🚀 A special thanks to all the professionals we connected with; we enjoyed meaningful conversations and shared valuable insights. We returned with fresh perspectives and ideas for continued innovation! 💬 If we didn’t get the chance to meet during the event, we are always open to new collaborations and discussions. Feel free to reach out to explore future opportunities! #PREFER #CPhIMilan2024 #PharmaIndustry #Networking #Innovation #FutureOfPharma #Teamwork

🎥 Glad to share a segment from our recent talk at the FEAP event! 🌟 In this clip, our co-founder Luigi Attaianese aims to gain a common understanding on the definition of “scale-up" and to introduce the challenges of the Alternative Protein food industry. Thank you to all who attended the FEAP event in Amsterdam. #FEAP #Amsterdam #Talk #PREFER #AlternativeProteins

🎥 Glad to share a segment from our recent talk at the FEAP event! 🌟 In this clip, our co-founder Luigi Attaianese aims to gain a common understanding on the definition of “scale-up" and to introduce the challenges of the Alternative Protein food industry. Thank you to all who attended the FEAP event in Amsterdam. #FEAP #Amsterdam #Talk #PREFER #AlternativeProteins

👥 PREFER at the FEAP SUMMIT We are pleased to share our participation in the FEAP SUMMIT 2024. During this event, we presented our experience in advisory and design within the field of Precision Fermentation and engaged with various professionals. It was very stimulating to discuss the future challenges and opportunities with many experts. A special thank you to everyone who attended our sessions about the challenges of scaling up from lab to industry and participated in the discussions. If you didn't get a chance to connect with us during the summit, feel free to contact us for more information or to discuss potential collaborations. #PREFER #FEAPSUMMIT2024 #Innovation #Networking

🎤 Our Speaking Session's Day at FEAP Today we conducted our speaking session at FEAP in Amsterdam. It was a privilege to present our work and engage in discussions on significant topics with an attentive audience. 💬 Positive Feedback We received positive feedback from attendees, who appreciated the content of the session. Their insights and comments are invaluable as we continue to refine our approach.