Inside the 10th edition of Protein Production Technology International: Innovation, investment, and industry shifts

The Q1 2025 edition of Protein Production Technology International is set for release on 5 March 2025, marking the magazine’s 10th edition. At 142 pages, this latest issue offers in-depth analysis of the latest trends shaping alternative proteins, from molecular farming to regulatory pathways for novel food approvals.

With insights from industry leaders and exclusive interviews, the magazine continues to serve as a critical resource for professionals across the alternative protein sector. Readers can subscribe to access the latest edition first by clicking here.

Among the many features, this edition highlights the rapid rise of molecular farming as a cost-effective and scalable method for producing animal proteins, enzymes, and bioactives. Maya Sapir-Mir, CEO of PoLoPo, describes the potential of potatoes as protein-enriched crops: “Imagine a potato that naturally contains as much protein as an egg – this is the future of functional, nutrient-dense foods.”

The MISTA Growth Hack, also featured, brought together startups and industry leaders to explore biomass fermentation's potential. Céline Schiff-Deb, Chief Scientific Officer at MISTA, says, “We are bullish about biomass fermentation as we see this technology as a major unlock to provide scalable and affordable nutrition in the near term.”

With regulatory uncertainty in the USA and Singapore, columnist Hannah Lester examines whether Europe is poised to take the lead in cultivated food approvals. Meanwhile, Mathilde Do Chi, CEO of Forward Food Law, advises startups: “Clear the novel food status of your ingredient early. Don’t wait until the ingredient is ready to be sold on the market to check whether it is novel.”

Paul Shapiro, CEO of The Better Meat Co., emphasizes the value of IP in securing investment: “IP really does matter.” Meanwhile, Kasia Gil of ICOS Capital stresses that while IP is important, it must align with broader business objectives: “A well-crafted IP strategy is essential, but it must align with the company’s overall business strategy to be truly valuable.”

Scaling from innovation to mainstream production remains a central theme of the publication. Mihir Pershad, CEO of Umami Bioworks, highlights the changing investment climate: “We’re now in year three of this new funding reality, particularly for alternative proteins. It’s becoming clear that this is the new normal.”

The Q1 2025 edition also features contributions from key industry figures:

Anna Handschuh on the role of lobbying in securing alternative proteins' place in food policy discussions.

Laine Clark of The Good Food Institute on why transparency is critical for consumer trust and market adoption.

David Ziskind on strategies to de-risk first-of-a-kind (FOAK) manufacturing projects in alternative proteins.

Jennifer Bailey of HGF analyzing the Impossible Foods European patent appeal and its implications for future food-tech IP cases.

With a wide-ranging lineup of expert opinions, in-depth features, and exclusive interviews, the Q1 2025 edition of Protein Production Technology International provides a comprehensive look at the forces shaping the future of alternative proteins.

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