Fermentation of food and feed

At RISE, we combine our expertise in microbiology and biotechnology to develop innovative fermentation processes that not only enhance the taste and quality of food and feed but also contribute to a more sustainable future. By using fungi, bacteria, yeast, and enzymes, we create tailored solutions to refine industrial side streams into sustainable and nutritious food products, supporting the shift from animal to plant-based proteins.

The potential of fermentation

Fermentation is an ancient technique that has been used for thousands of years to create and preserve food and beverages. From bread and yogurt to beer and wine, microorganisms play a central role in our food culture. At RISE, we carry on this tradition, applying advanced food science and modern biotechnology. Our expertise includes:

• Solid-state fermentation with fungi, enabling the production of mycoprotein with enhanced nutritional value and sustainability benefits.
• Lactic acid fermentation, which improves product quality and safety through natural biopreservation.
• Enzyme treatments for optimizing food and feed to maximize functionality and sustainability.
• Precision fermentation of proteins and biotechnological development of functional microorganisms, using tools like CRISPR/Cas9, to create the foods of the future with specific nutritional properties.
• Microbiome and gut health, exploring how fermented foods and dietary fiber affect gut flora (microbiome) and human well-being.

 What we offer our customers

At RISE, we have expertise across all parts of the food chain, and we offer tailored solutions for companies looking to develop new fermented products or optimize existing ones. Our services include:

• Product development: We assist in creating innovative foods and feed products through fermentation and enzymatic processes.
• Microbiological profiling and food safety: We can test and evaluate new products for microbiological analysis, functional properties, durability, and safety.
• Sensory and business development: We support you throughout the product development process, from concept to market, helping ensure your product meets both consumer and regulatory requirements.
• Pilot-scale upscaling up to 10 m³: RISE has facilities for large-scale fermentation and downstream processes in a food-safe environment.

Sustainability through fermentation

Fermentation technology offers a unique opportunity to create food solutions that are both environmentally and economically sustainable. By developing processes for producing nutritious and safe products from industrial side streams, we contribute to reducing food waste and creating value. Fermentation technology also enables food production with a smaller environmental footprint, as it often requires less energy and resources than traditional production methods.

Contact us at RISE to explore how we can support your success with sustainable, fermented foods and feed products.