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Protein Production Technology Podcast

Helping the industry understand how it will revolutionize modern protein production and help build a healthier, more efficient, and sustainable global protein system

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27:36

Special Episode: Sirli Rosenvald - TFTAK

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2025/10/29

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, host Nick speaks with Dr. Sirli Rosenvald, Director of Food Science at TFTAK, about the evolving role of fermentation in sustainable food innovation. Dr. Rosenvald explains that fermentation is increasingly recognized as a tool to make food systems more efficient, helping extract more nutrients from resources while reducing waste and environmental impact. She highlights its potential to strengthen resilience in supply chains

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33:24

Special Episode: Hermes Sanctorum & Pierre Donck -...

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2025/10/22

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Hermes Sanctorum, co-founder and CEO of Paleo, and Pierre Donck, Chief Business Officer, discuss how precision fermentation is shaping the future of plant-based foods. They share the company’s mission-driven journey, rooted in sustainability and animal welfare, and explain how hem proteins can transform the taste, color, and authenticity of alternative meats. Hermes reflects on his transition from policymaking to

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19:50

Special Episode: Floor Buitelaar - Bright Green Partners

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2025/10/15

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Floor Buitelaar from Bright Green Partners introduces the launch of a new expert network designed to make food tech insights more accessible across the industry. Built over five years and now spanning thousands of specialists in more than 60 countries, the network connects startups, investors, and corporates with the right expertise at the right time. Floor explains how bringing the right voices into the conversation can

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16:48

Special Episode: Bianca Lê - Mission Barns

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2025/10/08

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Bianca Lê, CEO of Mission Barns, shares how the company is redefining the future of cultivated meat by focusing on fat as the foundation of flavor, juiciness, and texture. She explains why pork fat, in particular, is critical for authentic eating experiences and how Mission Barns has developed cultivated fat systems that replicate the functionality of animal fat across applications like meatballs, bacon, and salami. The

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28:43

Special Episode: Benjamin Voiry - Roquette

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2025/10/01

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Benjamin Voiry, Head of Marketing for Plant Proteins at Roquette, discusses the company’s latest extensions to the Nutralys® range. He explains how decades of expertise in pea and wheat proteins have shaped these new textured ingredients, designed to deliver better fibrous structures and mouthfeel for meat alternatives, especially chicken-style products and slow-cooked dishes. Benjamin highlights how customer feedback drives

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36:32

Special Episode: Steen Ooi & Andrew Sayles -...

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2025/09/24

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Steen Ooi and Andrew Sayles of Livestock Labs discuss how their company is developing engineered, production-ready cell lines to accelerate cultivated meat commercialization. They explain how these genetically stable, high-performance cells can cut R&D time by up to two years and reduce development costs by 90–95%. The duo emphasizes the importance of traits like minimal media requirements and rapid proliferation, and they

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18:46

Special Episode: Jonathan Berger - The Food Tech...

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2025/09/17

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Jonathan Berger, CEO of The Kitchen, shares expert insights into food tech investing amid changing market conditions. He emphasizes the growing value of platform technologies and novel ingredients, particularly those supporting clean label goals and cost parity. Jonathan highlights the importance of deep market need validation, product-market fit, and founder focus, noting that today’s successful startups must combine long-term

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24:47

Special Episode: Staffan Hillberg & Mohammad...

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2025/09/10

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Staffan Hillberg and Mohammad Taherzadeh from Millow share how their Swedish company is redefining alternative protein through dry state fermentation. By combining oats and mycelium, Millow creates minimally processed, clean label products with high protein content, gut-friendly fibers, and no off-tastes—without relying on binders, additives, or colorants. The duo explains how their patented solid-state bioreactors dramatically

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28:46

Special Episode: Francisco Arévalo, Lucas Hardy & Kim...

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2025/09/09

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, leaders from AAK—Lucas Hardy, Francisco Arévalo, and Kim Olofsson—discuss how fat innovation is shaping the future of plant-based food. They explain AAK’s co-development model, which combines consumer insights and technical expertise to create plant-based products that balance taste, texture, health, and sustainability. The conversation highlights the critical role fats play in replicating the sensory experience of animal

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22:06

Special Episode: Jacob Peterson - Re:Meat

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2025/08/27

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Jacob Peterson, CEO and co-founder of ReMeat, discusses bold strategies to transform the cultivated meat sector. He explains how ReMeat is breaking from pharma-grade norms by leveraging beer-brewing know-how to create scalable, food-grade production systems. Jacob emphasizes the urgency of moving from lab-scale theory to commercial reality and urges the sector to shift toward collaboration over secrecy. He advocates for

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30:28

Special Episode: Nityan Lal - Icos Capital

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2025/08/20

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Nityan Lal, Managing Partner at Icos Capital, shares investor insights into building scalable, sustainable food tech ventures. He explains how scale-up stage companies must show both strong growth and a clear path to profitability, with a particular emphasis on real market traction. Nityan highlights the importance of cost competitiveness in the protein sector, cautioning against premature scale-up and emphasizing the need for

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33:44

Special Episode: Romain Joly - Roquette

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2025/08/13

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Romain Joly, Global Head of Proteins at Roquette, discusses how the company is advancing sustainable plant-based nutrition. He explores the growing consumer interest in hybrid protein solutions, performance nutrition, and emerging dietary needs like GLP-1-driven diets. Romain outlines challenges around sourcing and scaling organic and fava proteins, emphasizing the importance of scientific validation and local supply chain

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47:33

Special Episode: Kesha Stickland - The Mushroom MeatCo

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2025/08/12

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Keisha Stickland, co-founder and CEO of The Mushroom Meat Company, shares how a personal health journey led her to launch a clean-label, whole-food meat alternative business. She explains how functional mushrooms serve as both nutritional powerhouses and a scalable protein base, offering health benefits without compromising taste or texture. Drawing from her tech background, Keisha details a modular, platform-style approach to

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25:14

Special Episode: Michelle Lu - Novel Farms

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2025/07/30

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Michelle Lu, founder and CEO of Novel Farms, outlines a pragmatic, first-principles approach to reducing the cost of cultivated meat. She explains how the company avoids overengineering by using food-grade inputs, simplified downstream processing, and contract manufacturing. Michelle discusses the importance of demystifying technical and economic barriers, particularly around media formulation, amino acid sourcing, and

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27:58

Special Episode: Steve Simitzis Solvable Syndicate

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2025/07/29

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Steve Simitzis, partner at Solvable Syndicate, shares his unique journey from software engineer to food tech investor, driven by a lifelong commitment to sustainability. He discusses the shift from early hype in cultivated meat to today’s focus on cost efficiency and commercialization. Steve emphasizes that scalability and execution now matter more than scientific novelty, and that founders must align their vision with market

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62:41

Episode 23: Analytics in Action: Tackling the...

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2025/07/23

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 of automation in improving reproducibility. Regulatory developments and the importance of

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59:29

Episode 24: Inline Blending & Measurement: Achieving...

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2025/07/22

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 Kromhout shares insights into how ultra-precise control over mass flow, density, and viscosity

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60:08

Episode 26: Microbial Proteins: Driving...

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2025/07/15

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37:36

Special Episode: Elliot Swartz - The Good Food Institute

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2025/07/09

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 design, scaling strategies, and bioprocess efficiency to cut capital expenses and improve

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28:57

Special Episode: Sharon Cittone - Edible Planet Ventures

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2025/07/08

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 investment landscape is evolving toward disciplined, mission-aligned capital and highlights the growing

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