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Cultivated meat companies prepare for first EU application approvals, but it is still a long way to your plate
Real meat without emissions and environmental impact; cultivated meat has been a big promise for years. Meanwhile, dozens of companies in Europe are ready to enter the market. But strict regulations mean it will be a long time before it will become available for sale.
Deep Branch: less CO2, more sustainable food
What can be more beautiful than solving two problems at once? British-Dutch company Deep Branch produces protein-rich ingredients for animal feed via fermentation. These ingredients replace fishmeal and soy. An important raw material for Deep Branch's ingredients is locally captured CO2. In this way, Deep Branch ensures more sustainable fish farming and fewer greenhouse gas emissions. Pete Rowe, one of the founders and CEO, explains how this is possible.
Power to the protein transition!
The Province of South Holland aims to become one of the core regions in the field of alternative proteins. Recently, Planet B.io together with InnovationQuarter took the initiative to start a consortium of regional frontrunners to help realize this ambition: Protein Port. The initiative is supported through a grant from the Province of South Holland. For 2022, the aim is to lay the basis for a regional ecosystem for alternative proteins; develop a joint acceleration agenda for the next 4 years; market South Holland as a leading region for alternative proteins; and strengthen innovation services and infrastructure. And the foundation has been laid!
From Idea to Impact
Together with HollandBIO and Johnson & Johnson, Planet B.io organized an event to explore best practices for bringing science "from bench to business". The event brought together more than 100 stakeholders including start-ups, industry, Technology Transfer Organizations (TTOs), academia, investors and enabling organizations.
National Growth Fund boosting the Dutch biotech ecosystem with 300 million Euro
On April 14, 2022, the Dutch Government announced the result of the second round of the National Growth Fund; 28 projects that contribute to structural economic growth of the Netherlands will receive significant financial support. Planet B.io is extremely proud to be directly involved in two of the approved projects: Biotech Booster and Cellular Agriculture.
VWR agreement offering discounts on chemicals and consumables to Planet B.io residents
Planet B.io is committed to adding value to our community every day, in every way possible. That is why we explore collaboration opportunities with suppliers for chemicals and consumables frequently used by Planet B.io residents. We are happy to share that we have reached an agreement with VWR!