Fermentation scale-up guide

Bringing innovative microbial proteins from the laboratory to industrial production is one of the key challenges in the protein transition. The report From Lab to Fab, developed by Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant within the VLAIO project Ferm Eiwit, examines the critical hurdles involved in scaling biomass and precision fermentation processes. It highlights the biological, engineering, economic, regulatory and market factors that determine successful commercialization, while presenting practical strategies to reduce scale-up risks through piloting, digital process development, innovative processing technologies and collaboration. The report offers valuable insights for researchers, technology developers and companies aiming to bring sustainable fermentation-based proteins to market.