Pulse
Monthly snapshot of the transition
A regular pulse on the signals, momentum and shifts shaping the protein transition.
Protein
Protein Transition
Explore the organisations, innovations and insights driving the shift towards a more diverse, resilient and sustainable protein system. Discover the ecosystem shaping one of the most significant transitions in the future of food.
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- countries
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Introduction
The Protein Transition is transforming how the world produces, processes and consumes protein. Driven by sustainability challenges, food security concerns, changing consumer preferences and technological innovation, organisations across the food system are exploring new approaches to protein production and consumption.
The transition spans a broad ecosystem of startups, food companies, ingredient suppliers, researchers, investors, policymakers and ecosystem organisations working together to build a more resilient food system.
Ecosystem Facts & Figures
A live snapshot of the organisations, signals and connections we track in this transition.
- 1,248
- organisations
- 14
- stakeholder groups
- 43
- countries
- 72
- domains
Key Innovation Areas
The domains where innovation is concentrating across this transition.
- Alternative Proteins
- Plant-based & novel protein products
- Precision Fermentation
- Microbial production of functional proteins
- Biomass Fermentation
- Mycoprotein & microbial biomass
- Protein Ingredients
- Functional proteins, textures & isolates
- Hybrid Products
- Blended animal & plant formats
- Protein Crops
- New & upgraded plant protein sources
- Food Processing Technologies
- Extrusion, texturisation & processing
Foodleap Insights
Pulses, radars and deep dives from the Protein transition.
Radar
Emerging players and trends
Discover the emerging organisations and innovations shaping the protein ecosystem.
Deep Dive
In-depth protein transition reports
Deep dive analyses exploring the technologies and dynamics driving the transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Protein transition on Foodleap.
What is the protein transition?
The protein transition is the global shift towards a more diverse, resilient and sustainable protein system — spanning new sources, formats and production methods alongside conventional protein.
Why is the Protein Transition important?
It responds to sustainability challenges, food security concerns and changing consumer preferences, helping build a more resilient and future-proof food system.
What are alternative proteins?
Alternative proteins are protein sources beyond conventional animal agriculture, including plant-based, fermentation-derived and hybrid products.
What is precision fermentation?
Precision fermentation uses micro-organisms programmed to produce specific functional ingredients such as proteins, fats and enzymes.
Which organisations are active in the Protein Transition?
The ecosystem includes startups, food companies, ingredient suppliers, researchers, investors, policymakers and ecosystem organisations working across the protein value chain.
How can I identify relevant partners and collaborators?
Use the interactive ecosystem map to explore organisations by activity and domain, or register to connect with relevant partners and collaborators.
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