Tempeh Today

Tempeh Today is a plant-based protein company focused on producing tempeh in India for B2B customers, food brands, foodservice, and institutional nutrition programs. Its website positions tempeh as a nutritious, affordable, and culturally adaptable alternative that can fit Indian and export markets, including applications such as school meals, snacks, instant meals, and private label products. The company emphasizes decentralized production through Small Fermentation Units (SFUs) and Micro Fermentation Units (MFUs), which allow tempeh to be made locally near soybean supply and end markets. Tempeh Today says it manages quality and safety from the Netherlands while sourcing soybeans locally in India and supporting local employment and distribution. Core Values Nutrition : The company repeatedly frames tempeh as a high-protein, nutrient-rich food that can help address protein deficiency and support school nutrition. It highlights protein, iron, vitamin B12, fibre, and gut-friendly fermentation benefits. Affordability : Tempeh Today positions its products as cost-effective plant-based protein options, especially for India, where it says tempeh can be a cheaper alternative to paneer in some uses. Affordable access is central to its mission. Sustainability : The company stresses local sourcing, low transport needs, minimal packaging, and reduced waste. Its decentralized production model is presented as a way to lower emissions and support more sustainable food systems. Community impact : Tempeh Today links its business model to local job creation, fair wages, and opportunities for women and economically vulnerable households. It presents food production as a tool for social inclusion and income generation. Unique Aspects Decentralized SFU production model : Tempeh Today uses compact Small Fermentation Units that can be placed near soybean fields or local markets, reducing transport needs and enabling local production and sales. MFU household production concept : The company has developed a Micro Fermentation Unit model that allows one person to produce tempeh at small scale, with training and microfinance support for starting a business. Netherlands-based quality oversight : Tempeh Today says its team in the Netherlands monitors process and quality remotely, helping standardize production across units and support one brand across India. Marel India partnership : Known news reports say Tempeh Today signed a September 2023 partnership with Marel India Pvt. Ltd. to build 20 production units using Tempeh Today’s standardized processes, with Marel providing equipment, maintenance, and operator training. Social-impact shareholder base : The company’s impact page names shareholders including Henk Schouten Beheer b.v., Peter Schouten Beheer b.v., Govert Schouten Beheer b.v., and the Fair Factory Development Fund, indicating backing linked to the Schouten family and impact investment.