The European Commission’s latest strategy for food research includes positive references to diversifying protein supply and scaling up fermentation capacity, but fails to commit to funding the alternative protein research needed to achieve these aims.
GFI Europe has described the EU Protein Plan's omission of concrete measures to scale up the production of plant-based foods as a ‘missed opportunity’ for European farmers who need confidence to shift towards growing protein crops for human consumption.
An international network linking Nordic researchers seeks to provide collaborative opportunities often missing in alternative protein science.
Alternative proteins could add €111 billion a year to the EU’s economy by 2040 if treated as a strategic priority, new research shows.
New analysis has revealed the rapid growth of Europe’s alternative protein research, with the number of studies published and public funding levels almost tripling over the last five years.
Embracing the complexity of natural raw ingredients can help develop more nutritious, tastier and affordable plant-based products while challenging consumer concerns around ultra-processed foods.
The UK government’s new outline for the upcoming food strategy has highlighted that alternative proteins can deliver economic growth.
The EU’s Strategy for European Life Sciences has outlined funding opportunities worth €350 million and plans to scale up fermentation technologies that could unlock the potential of Europe’s food innovators.
The latest Horizon Europe deadlines are fast approaching, with plenty to offer the region’s food innovators. Dr Stella Child dives into the calls to unpack the opportunities for alternative protein researchers.
