Protein Production Technology Podcast

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, experts explore the evolving field of analytics for next-generation protein sources. As traditional testing methods struggle to keep pace, the panel discusses the need for more accurate, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. Topics include challenges with measuring true protein content, the impact of sample variability, and the role...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, the focus is on hybrid food products and the technical strategies needed to scale them effectively. The session explores how inline blending and advanced measurement technologies can help producers overcome the complexities of mixing diverse ingredients while maintaining consistency, efficiency, and clean labels. Guest speaker Ryan Kr...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Elliot Swartz, Senior Principal Scientist at the Good Food Institute, discusses key cost drivers and emerging opportunities in cultivated meat. Elliot challenges outdated assumptions on media costs, revealing that amino acid prices are significantly lower than previously modeled. He explores how companies are innovating in equipment d...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Sharon Cittone, founder and CEO of Edible Planet Ventures, offers a candid assessment of the alternative protein sector’s current reset. She reflects on early missteps in messaging and overhyped expectations, emphasizing that future success hinges on taste, nutrition, affordability, and consumer trust. Sharon explains how the investme...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, leaders from Multus, Roslin Technologies, and The Cultured Hub discuss how their cross-company collaboration is accelerating the commercialization of cultivated meat. They outline how combining cell line development, growth media, and bioprocessing expertise reduces costs, improves scalability, and enables faster market entry. The tea...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Emmy Nitert van Schijndel, Associate Director of Business Development at DSM-Firmenich, discusses clean label innovation in meat, fish, and cheese alternatives. She explains how shifting consumer expectations are driving demand for simpler, recognizable ingredients without compromising taste, texture, or nutrition. Emmy outlines the t...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Gil Horsky, Managing Partner at Flora VC, shares his insights on the evolution of food tech investing. He discusses the shift from hype-driven growth to a more grounded, impact-focused approach, emphasizing the importance of patience, scalability, and cost efficiency in the food and agri-tech space. Gil highlights growing investor int...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Nick Bradley is joined by Ali Osman, Diana Oliveira, Harry Barraza, Amy Williams, Annick Verween, David Laubner, and Filipa Soares to explore how systems thinking is shaping the future of nutrition. The discussion focuses on aligning innovation, sustainability, and functionality across the food value chain. With insights from biotech...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, host Nick welcomes Meir Wachs, founder of Kyomei, a biotech startup using molecular farming to produce functional proteins with plants as biofactories. Meir explains how Kyomei transforms leafy greens into sustainable protein sources while maximizing value by co-extracting multiple ingredients from a single crop. He highlights the ben...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Sam Van De Velde, co-founder and CEO of Fishway, shares his unconventional journey from finance to the cultivated seafood sector. Sam discusses the founding of Fishway, the challenges of securing patient investors, and assembling a skilled team to drive innovation in cultivated fish biomass production. He highlights the environmental...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Jeff Tripician, CEO of a leading cultivated meat company, shares how his decades in the conventional meat industry shaped his belief in the potential for cultivated meat to complement traditional meat production. Trip highlights how the growing global population, strained natural resources, and climate challenges make alternative prot...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Adam Tarshis, CEO of Mozza Foods, discusses how the company is using molecular farming to produce real dairy proteins—without the need for cows. By engineering soybeans to produce casein, Mozza Foods aims to deliver animal-free dairy ingredients with the same taste and functionality as traditional dairy, but with far lower environment...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Björn Örvar, co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of a pioneering molecular farming company, discusses the evolution and potential of plant-based protein production. He explains how plants, particularly barley, can serve as natural biofactories for producing proteins essential for cultivated meat and other applications. Björn highl...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, experts from across the alternative protein sector explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from feed-grade to food-grade production. Industry leaders share insights on optimizing fermentation and downstream processing, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and attracting strategic investment to scale production....

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Katrien Verbrugge and Dominik Michel discuss how their companies collaborate to support sustainable food production through advanced bioprocessing and filtration technologies. They highlight the critical role of clean, efficient bioreactors and contamination control across all stages of production, from R&D to full-scale manufactu...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International , industry experts discuss the challenges of scaling alternative proteins from lab to market. The panel explores key bottlenecks, including strain optimization, downstream processing, and securing the right contract manufacturers. They highlight the importance of early techno-economic analysis, batch-to-batch consistency, and leveragin...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Kerry Rees, Partner and Patent Attorney at HGF, leads a discussion on the strategic importance of Intellectual Property (IP) in the food technology sector. The conversation highlights how a robust IP strategy can help companies protect innovations, gain a competitive edge, and attract investors. Key takeaways include understanding the...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, host Nick speaks with Chris Saenz, Segment Development Manager of Biomanufacturing at Beckman Coulter Life Sciences. Chris shares insights into Beckman Coulter's role in advancing alternative proteins, particularly through precision fermentation. He explains how the company supports innovators in the sector by streamlining workflows a...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Ryan Kromhout, Manager of KROHNE’s Global Food Industry Division, discusses the role of advanced measurement solutions in optimizing plant-based protein production. Kromhout highlights how precise, real-time measurement tools—such as inline flow meters and density analyzers—can streamline production processes, ensuring consistency and...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Elvedin Ramani, Product Manager for Alternative Proteins at Holac Maschinenbau, discusses the critical role precision cutting technology plays in producing high-quality alternative protein products. He explains how Holac’s cutting machines are designed to process a wide range of plant-based ingredients—such as soy, pea, beans, and len...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, host Nick speaks with Ivor Lyons and Carla de Urrutia from Alt Dairy. They discuss their journey into food tech and the development of their company, which specializes in producing large-scale alternative dairy ingredients for the food service sector. Alt Dairy caters to the growing demand for dairy-free products, especially in respon...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Nick interviews Charlotte Hughes, Marketing Scientific Content Writer at Hamilton Process Analytics. Charlotte shares her journey from protein biochemistry research to her role at Hamilton, where she now focuses on process analytical technology (PAT). She explains how Hamilton’s advanced sensors and real-time monitoring tools optimize...

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Jim Laird, CEO of Enough Foods, and Michael Kilkie, Head of Culinary, discuss the company’s journey in producing Abunda®, a sustainable microprotein that aims to address global food challenges. They highlight how fermentation provides an efficient alternative to traditional protein sources, using fewer resources like water and land. E...