Protein Diversification
Scaling-up Clean-Label Texturizing Proteins
2025 > 2027
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Impact Funding Framework (IFF)
This project focuses on scaling up and commercialization of clean-label texturizing proteins for food applications, supporting the transition toward more sustainable, reliable and resilient food systems.
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January 15, 2026
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Which trends will shape the agrifood sector in 2026? Read on to discover how the food system will evolve throughout next year and beyond.
Hybrid Dairy
2025 > 2027
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Impact Funding Framework (IFF)
Building on PlanetDairy’s success in hybrid shredded cheese and hybrid milk to accelerate the commercial adoption of hybrid dairy, to cut emissions by 20-60% while maintaining the full taste, nutrition and functionality of traditional…
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Deadline: February 11, 2026
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Seeking European Venture Builders and Studios to become Implementing Participants for the new Seedbed programme. Successful applicants can unlock up access to funding and support from EIT Food for the startups in their cohort.
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