Welcome to the homepage of Innovation Cluster for Plant Proteins
Our goal is to valorize domestic cereals and legumes – to achieve this, we are working with crop selection, extracting and characterizing proteins from those crops, and the development of plant-based meat and dairy analogues.
The reason for initiating the project was the producers’ wish to know which protein crops are most reasonable to grow in Estonia and the processors’ wish to launch new plant-based products.
Crop selection and suitability for protein isolation
Based on previous studies, varieties suitable for cultivation in Estonia are pre-selected and field trials with cannabis, oat, fava bean and green pea are carried out.
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Isolation, concentration and characterization of plant proteins
The aim is to provide an overview of the possibilities of isolation, purification and concentration of the plant proteins under research.
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Development of extrusion technology for plant proteins
The aim is to develop technologies for valorizing domestic legumes and cereals by extrusion. Develop new and innovative products based on consumer preferences.
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Development of technology for fermented plant milks
The aim is to develop technologies for fermentation of Estonian legumes and cereals for making plant-based milk alternatives.
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The planned activities will be implemented in cooperation between the cluster members and partners
UPCOMING
EVENTS
The Innovation Cluster for Plant Proteins is organising a webinar on April 27 to introduce its´ activities and outcomes. The webinar will be held in Estonian.