Protein Diversification

We are developing and adopting diversified protein-based solutions, which are healthy, sustainable, safe and affordable.

Shaping the future of protein consumption

Protein is an important part of a healthy human diet, but the overproduction of animal-based protein is damaging to the environment. If we’re going to feed our fast-growing global population, then we need to find sustainable ways of producing new, high quality, safe and healthy proteins, such as plant-based proteins, cultivated meat and insect protein. At EIT Food, our contribution includes supporting high impact agrifood startups working to create viable sustainable and healthy protein sources.

Call for trainers for EIT Food RisingFoodStars Commercial Track 2024

Deadline: May 12, 2024

open call

Within the RisingFoodStars program´s commitment to deliver access to top-quality support from experts, a call for trainers and coaches to deliver Commercial Readiness coaching to the RisingFoodStars scale-ups is open.

Call for participants from Southern Countries to join Empowering in Agrifood Programme (EWA) 2024

Deadline: May 31, 2024

open call

The Empowering Women in Agrifood programme is looking for female entrepreneurs who have a business idea or are already running a business in the agrifood sector.

Empowering Education for a Sustainable Future: FoodEducators Website Launch

September 28, 2023

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At EIT Food, we firmly believe that education plays a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable and thriving future. With this mission in mind, we are thrilled to introduce the launch of the new FoodEducators website, a platform that brings…

Will cultivated meat replace conventional meat?

August 01, 2023

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Cultivated meat is not yet available in the European market, but recent developments suggest it could become a reality soon. Here we explore these emerging products and how they could change the way we produce and consume meat forever.

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EIT Food Open Innovation Call 2023

Have you got an idea for an innovative project that will create positive change in the food system? We want to hear from you!

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The 1st edition of CERES Awards by EIT Food South is here!

2023

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We are glad to present you the first edition of CERES Awards by EIT Food South, which will be celebrated in the frame of the V FUN&FAN event on October 9th, in Bilbao (Spain). Apply until August 25th!

Plant-based seafood and plastic-eating insects among EIT Food’s Marketed Innovation Prize winners

July 21, 2023 - Marketed Innovation Prize winners

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EIT Food, the world’s largest food innovation community, recently announced the results of its Marketed Innovation Prize, designed to reward innovative food organisations that have successfully brought products or services to market.

Is farmed fish from aquaculture a healthy source of protein?

July 21, 2023

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Fish is a primary source of protein and essential nutrients, and there is a growing recognition of its nutritional and health-promoting qualities.

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Food insecurity is a growing threat for individuals, communities and regions alike, and solutions are urgently needed. Here we highlight 4 ways to tackle food insecurity at scale.

Will cultured meat save the planet?

Curious about cultured meat? In this episode, Didier Toubia of Aleph Farms and Seren Kell of the Good Food Institute discuss farming cells rather than animals, and the important role of cultured meat as a climate solution.

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Four forces shaping the future of the food sector: Part one

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Trends come and go. For each craze that becomes ingrained in the way British consumers eat, there are dozens more that have been lost to time. While short-lived fads can certainly provide value for retailers, when it’s time to get the…

Experts: Lithuania must be open to partnerships abroad in order to become a leader in agri-food technologies in Europe

June 20, 2023 - BNS

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Although Lithuania has a lot of potential in the field of agri-food technology, for example, today drones look after blueberries, and special functional food has already been created for the elderly, experts say that for a greater spurt…

EIT Food presents the ten European agri-food startups selected for EIT FAN

June 19, 2023 - El Referente

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Bilbao will host ten leading startups to accelerate their growth over the next four months. All of them are focused on the ambitious goal of reducing emissions from the agri-food sector.

Fresh calls for food to be central to climate dialogue

June 15, 2023 - Food Navigator

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Most countries are yet to realise the full potential of including food systems in their climate action plans, according to a new report calling for food and agriculture to be at the heart of discussions.

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