SFF Futures projects: alternative proteins
The projects are listed according to their start dates. The latest project is at the top.
Redefining great food: more plants on more plates for more people (and a better planet)
Project start: 24 February 2020
Project length: 2 years
MPI funding: $147,000
Industry funding: $214,000
Industry partner: Food Nation
Region: Canterbury
Food Nation is working in partnership with New Zealand producers to develop a diverse range of plant-based food (including fungi and algae) options that are nutritious and sustainable.
Piloting scaled spirulina production
Project start: 3 December 2019
Project length: 2 years
MPI funding: $260,000
Industry funding: $457,717
Industry partner: NZ Algae Innovations Ltd
Region: Manawatu-Whanganui
NZ Algae Innovations is piloting scaled spirulina production, which could lead an algal protein sector being established in New Zealand. The project will develop a new business model so modular production units can be replicated in potential growing regions across New Zealand.
Supporting spirulina farming - YouTube