Green Leaf Foods, a subsidiary of Maple Leaf Foods, has entered into a joint development agreement with The Better Meat Company to apply Rhiza microprotein culture to the manufacture of ingredients. The Better Meat Company has developed technology to produce a natural meat-textured protein product through fermentation. The microprotein-derived additive enhances texture for plant-based meat substitutes.
Doni Curkendall, Executive Vice-President of Operations for The Better Meat Company, stated, “Rhiza microprotein is a versatile ingredient for use both as a meat enhancer and meat replacer.” He added, “Green Leaf Foods expertise in all things protein makes them a stellar partner to showcase this powerful ingredient that will help build an even more sustainable protein industry.”