Protein Production Technology Podcast

• Special Episode: Sebastian Rakers - BLUU Seafood

  In this episode of the PPTI Podcast, Sebastian Rakers, co-founder and CEO of Bluu Seafood, shares his journey from marine biologist to cultivated seafood pioneer. He discusses the company’s mission to make high-quality fish proteins such as salmon and trout the new normal – and its exploration of premium products like cultivated caviar.Sebastian highlights the mounting environmental pressures on global fisheries and explains how cell-cultivated seafood offers clear advantages in safety, nutrition, and localized production, with potential applications that extend beyond food. He also reflects on the path toward regulatory approval, the realities of scaling, and how cultivated seafood can help secure ocean-friendly protein for generations to come.

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• Special Episode: Thijs Bosch - The Protein Brewery

  In this episode of the PPTI Podcast, Thijs Bosch, recently appointed CEO of The Protein Brewery, discusses the company’s milestone €30 million Series B funding round and its vision for the future of fungi-based proteins. He explains how his background in specialty proteins and scale-up ventures is helping drive commercialization and global expansion.Thijs highlights the unique advantages of The Protein Brewery’s proprietary fungal strain, which enables efficient, lower-capex fermentation under non-sterile conditions – making scaling and partnerships more attainable. He shares progress from pilot to demonstration-scale production, details on regulatory pathways in the USA, Singapore, and Europe, and the importance of building both technical and commercial capabilities to support growth.The conversation explores how the company’s ingredient delivers complete protein, fiber, and micronutrients in a neutral-tasting, odorless form suited for a wide range of applications. Thijs emphasizes that long-term success will depend on disciplined scaling, smart market entry, and balancing investor expectations with lasting impact across sustainable food systems.

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• Special Episode: Chris Bryant - APA

  In this episode of the PPTI Podcast, host Nick speaks with Chris Bryant, Executive Director of Bryant Research and Research Adviser for the Alternative Proteins Association in the UK. Together, they unpack evidence-based insights on alternative proteins and the broad benefits of reducing reliance on industrial animal agriculture – from environmental and ethical gains to public health improvements.Chris addresses the growing impact of misinformation and industry influence on how consumers perceive food and nutrition, particularly the misuse of the term ultraprocessed. He notes that many plant-based alternatives actually offer lower calorie density, reduced saturated fat, higher fiber, and comparable protein quality to conventional meat – and that fortification can further enhance their nutritional value.The conversation also explores the challenges of translating scientific evidence into effective policy, the importance of advocacy-driven research, and strategies for distinguishing independent science from industry-influenced narratives.

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• Special Episode: Roderik Bronkhorst - Cosun

  In this episode of the PPTI Podcast, host Nick speaks with Roderik Bronkhorst, Head of Corporate Venturing at Cosun. Roderik discusses the company’s Unlock 30 strategy – an ambitious plan to transform the long-established cooperative into a global leader in plant-based and sustainable food ingredients by 2030.He explains how Cosun is balancing its deep agricultural heritage with a forward-looking approach to innovation, focusing on efficiency, diversification, and international collaboration. Roderik highlights the value of partnering with startups to accelerate progress in alternative proteins, sweeteners, and fibers, giving Cosun access to breakthrough technologies and new global opportunities.He also offers insight into the company’s flexible investment model, which prioritizes strategic impact over purely financial returns, and stresses the importance of aligning corporate and startup goals to create meaningful, mutually beneficial partnerships that drive sustainable innovation across the food technology landscape.

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• Special Episode: Simo Ellilä - Enifer

  In this episode of the PPTI Podcast, Simo Ellilä, CEO of Enifer, discusses the company’s latest milestone — achieving self-affirmed GRAS status for its Pekilo mycoprotein in the USA. He explains how this regulatory step opens the door to early market entry and pilot partnerships while laying the groundwork for full FDA approval.Simo highlights Pekilo’s distinctive shelf-stable format, its versatility across applications from dairy alternatives to breakfast cereals, and its neutral taste profile that helps solve one of the biggest challenges in plant proteins: off-flavors. He also underscores that consumer acceptance ultimately depends on two key factors – taste and price – and shares how Enifer’s heritage technology, sustainability-first mindset, and phased entry through the pet food market are shaping its long-term growth strategy.

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