Fermentation

California state programs
These California state grants, loan programs, and tax credits are likely relevant to the alternative protein industry. Companies should assess their eligibility for programs of interest.

Deep dive: Fermentation metabolism and feedstocks
Explore how microbial metabolism converts feedstock to protein.
FAO Global Agrifood Biotechnologies Conference
GFI president and founder Bruce Friedrich will speak at the FAO Global Agrifood Biotechnologies Conference on how biotechnological innovations such as gene editing, synthetic biology, and precision fermentation can reshape the future of food. Join in person or tune in online to hear Bruce’s insights on building a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable agrifood system.

Techno-economic insights on fermentation ingredients
This report analyzes the competitiveness and key cost drivers of fermentation-derived ingredients, and identifies critical data gaps.

Illinois state programs
These Illinois state grants, loan programs, and tax credits may be accessible to the alternative protein industry.

California: Sustainable protein innovation
Explore our fact sheet to learn about the state of sustainable protein production in California, including recent industry and research developments.

Foods of the Future: Science and Engineering Approaches (Gordon Research Conference)
The focus of this conference is to bring the multi-disciplinary future food community under one roof with a singular focus: collaboratively advancing the science and engineering of safe and scalable production systems for sustainable agriculture.

Policy brief: CDMOs for Food and Agriculture Biotechnology Development
CDMOs in biotechnology for food production create jobs, boost the bioeconomy, and provide outsized support to American farmers, innovators, and consumers.
Plant-Based Revolution! Climate Action Party
Join GFI's Shayna Fertig, Senior Advisor to the President, and trailblazers from across the alternative protein ecosystem for a lively discussion on what comes next and how smarter food choices today can unlock big wins for our planet, our health, and our economy.