MAASH produces LoCylia®, a mycoprotein ingredient made from filamentous fungi via industrial submerged fermentation. The ingredient delivers a complete protein (PDCAAS 1.0) with meat‑like texture, is free from major allergens, and enables food formulators to cut water use by up to 90% and greenhouse‑gas emissions by 95% compared with traditional animal protein.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Conventional animal protein production relies on livestock farming, which consumes large amounts of water, generates high greenhouse‑gas emissions, and requires extensive land use. This creates sustainability challenges for food manufacturers seeking to reduce environmental impact while maintaining product quality.
Solution
MAASH produces LoCylia®, a mycoprotein ingredient derived from filamentous fungi through industrial submerged fermentation. The process uses a EU‑approved fungal strain and transforms a small set of inputs into a complete protein with a natural meat‑like texture and taste. LoCylia® contains all essential amino acids (PDCAAS 1.0), offers high digestibility, and is free from common allergens. By operating a dedicated large‑scale fermentation facility, MAASH can supply the ingredient at industrial volumes for both human and animal food formulations, enabling partners to lower water use by up to 90% and reduce greenhouse‑gas emissions by 95% compared with beef or poultry.
Target Audience
MAASH targets food formulators, meat‑alternative producers, and pet‑food manufacturers seeking a sustainable, high‑performance protein ingredient for hybrid or fully plant‑based products.
Features
- Submerged fermentation using an EU‑approved filamentous fungi strain for consistent, high‑quality mycoprotein production
- Complete protein profile with PDCAAS 1.0, providing all essential amino acids and fast absorption
- Superior texture and mouthfeel that can be adapted to a range of meat‑style and hybrid formulations
- Allergen‑friendly composition: vegan, dairy‑free, gluten‑free, soy‑free, nut‑free, and free of the top 90% of food allergens
- Scalable industrial facility enabling large‑volume supply for B2B partners in both human and pet food markets
- Environmental benefits of 90% less water usage and 95% lower GHG emissions versus traditional animal protein