NovoNutrients will use its latest funding to advance the development of its Novotein ingredient for use in pet food, aquaculture and human nutrition. 

With supply under constraints, processors are relying on alternative sources, from novel proteins to fermented ingredients. 

Golden Fields’ new facility in Latvia will produce pea and faba protein exclusively for Bunge.

According to research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, extrusion increases amino acid digestibility and protein quality of plant-based ingredients. 

According to the company, its cultivated meat ingredients for use in pet food are now price comparable with premium meats.

Leveraging $39 million in funding, the company’s facility will help meet the need for more sustainable proteins. 

The treats are made with black soldier fly larvae, Asian Carp and kangaroo proteins. 

The focus of the facility will be the development of plant-based, microbial and cell-based meats, dairy, seafood and egg products.

The company has developed a cultured protein medium without the use of expensive ingredients, providing pet food processors more access to sustainable proteins. 

The new treat represents the first commercial inclusion of Calysta’s FeedKind® Pet protein.