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Cultivated meat industry chases Federal Government support

“By driving more patient capital from the National Reconstruction Fund and other entities into alternative protein development, government leaders could further support domestic plant-based and cultivated meat startups, scale up local manufacturing capacity, and establish Australia as the premier exporter of high-quality, sustainable protein,” says GFI APAC Managing Director Mirte Gosker.

Scale-up series part 4: Profit-driven scaling

In part four of our series supporting startups, we explore how best to implement a scaling strategy that can maximise chances of delivering long-term profitability.

Students from around the world keen to participate in alternative protein development

Australian APP chapters have been making big waves on campus. At the University of New South Wales, students organised a barbecue event to introduce their peers to plant-based meat and toured Vow’s production facility to explore the latest advancements in cultivated meat technology. And at the University of Melbourne, they recently hosted a symposium titled “Alternative Proteins: Where Are We Going?”

S’pore calls for proposals from researchers, industry partners to develop tastier novel foods

Achieving price, taste, and nutrition parity between alternative proteins and conventional meat is a non-negotiable factor for market success, and strategic public investments are central to hitting that goal.

Countries in Middle East, Europe look to Singapore for regulatory advice on cultivated meat

Many of the products out on the market right now do not hit taste parity nor nutrition parity but do require a premium price. That is not a very attractive proposition for a consumer. We need government support in getting there.

APAC Stakeholders Develop Communication Guide for Precision Fermentation

Transforming land use – considerations for APAC

GFI’s land use analysis highlights that alternative proteins require 50 to 90% less land than conventional animal proteins, offering significant opportunities for carbon sequestration and ecosystem restoration. That potential is huge, especially for APAC, home to 19% of the world’s forests and 32% of global wetlands. Could this be a game-changer for China and Southeast Asia? Read our latest blog on the study’s implications for APAC.

Scale-up series part 3: Build a force-multiplying team

In part three of our scale-up series, we explore the best way to plan and build a rock-solid team for your startup, and set the company up for success.

Scaling up and partnerships: What do alt protein industry experts say?

In a competitive business environment, scaling up effectively is crucial for long-term success. This complex process involves careful planning, partnerships, and infrastructure investments. This article explores insights from industry experts on key factors that drive growth and expansion.

Alt protein marketing: What do industry experts say?

Creating a new category needs marketing to generate consumer demand. A great product is ineffective if consumers are unaware of it. Marketing shapes consumer perception of the product, company, and category. We consulted industry experts for insights on marketing in this sector.