Food & biobased research

Fermentation is a powerful method for next-gen food production. We support companies to design scalable, efficient and sustainable fermentative processes, from strain to scale.

Industry demands materials and plastics that are sustainable, circular, fossil-free and safe. 

We help manufacturers develop those materials without compromising on quality or economic viability. With over thirty years of experience, we develop high-performance, renewable materials based on biomass and side streams, such as agricultural and forestry residues. 

The food industry continuously strives to develop healthier products that align with consumer expectations and evolving regulations.

Wageningen University & Research supports companies to reformulate their products with trusted, evidence-based health benefit substantiation.

ndustries face growing pressure to replace persistent and harmful substances with safe and sustainable alternatives. We closely work together with businesses  to create and implement new circular materials that are non-hazardous and mechanically, or chemically, recyclable or (bio)degradable to the highest content possible. 

We develop biobased chemicals and materials that are renewable, non-toxic and compliant with future regulations. Our techno-economic analyses make sure they’re also economically viable.

Ingredient flexibility is becoming essential as costs rise, ingredients change and sustainability targets grow. 

Food producers need to reformulate, but without losing taste, texture or processing performance. Wageningen University & Research helps make that possible.

Water scarcity, rising treatment costs, rising energy consumption, and stricter environmental rules. These are the main challenges industries and agricultural businesses face when it comes to their water usage. 

We help to overcome these challenges by developing water technologies that reduce costs, support regulatory compliance, and improve sustainability.