Episode 31: Beyond the Farm: Biomass Food Systems for a Resource-Scarce Future In Partnership with Arborea
Description
In this episode of the PPTI Podcast, leading voices from science, startups, and established food companies explore how biomass-based food systems could help feed a resource-scarce future. The discussion delves into the potential of microalgae, fungi, and microbial fermentation to decouple food production from land, soil, and freshwater, enabling scalable, nutritious alternatives with a lower environmental footprint.
Speakers highlight the advantages of whole-cell ingredients, the promise of submerged fermentation as a resilient and versatile platform, and the technical hurdles still to be overcome – from taste and texture to cost and consumer appeal. The conversation also examines how perceptions of ultra-processing, regulatory frameworks, and investment landscapes are shaping the pace of innovation.
With insights spanning research, industry, and strategy, the panel emphasizes that microbial and biomass proteins are not just complementary to other approaches – they are essential building blocks for a more resilient and sustainable global food system.
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