Enifer upcycles agri-food by-products into PEKILO® mycoprotein, a sustainable, high-protein ingredient for animal feed and human food. This fermented fungal protein offers a neutral taste and significantly lower environmental impact compared to traditional protein sources.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional protein sources for animal feed and human food production, such as soy and animal-based proteins, have significant environmental footprints. These include high greenhouse gas emissions, substantial water usage, and extensive land requirements, contributing to the unsustainability of global food systems.
Solution
Enifer addresses these challenges by transforming circular economy by-products into PEKILO® mycoprotein, a sustainable and nutritious protein ingredient. This mycoprotein is produced through a controlled fermentation process utilizing a unique fungal strain. The resulting ingredient offers a neutral taste and color, making it a versatile, high-protein, and high-fiber alternative for various applications. By upcycling industrial side streams, Enifer reduces waste and minimizes the environmental impact associated with conventional protein production.
Target Audience
Enifer targets manufacturers in the aquafeed, pet food, and human food production industries seeking sustainable, high-quality protein ingredients.
Features
- PEKILO® mycoprotein produced via submerged fermentation of agri-food industry by-products.
- High protein content (up to 65% crude protein in PEKILO®Aqua, up to 55% in PEKILO® for food).
- Rich in essential amino acids, fiber (including beta-glucans), and nucleotides.
- Neutral taste and color profile, facilitating broad application in food and feed formulations.
- Significantly lower environmental footprint: up to 90% less carbon footprint than soy protein concentrate, 99.5% less water consumption, and minimal land use.
- Proven efficacy in animal nutrition, with studies demonstrating improved growth, digestibility, and gut health in aquaculture and pet food applications.
- EU Feed Materials Catalogue approved for pet food.
- Undergoing Novel Food approval process for human consumption in the EU.
- Scalable production process with established industrial history dating back to the 1970s.