The third pillar

Even in 2022, producing protein is a resource-intensive process, requiring large amounts of land, energy and water – whether the protein is made from plants, grown in a lab or harvested traditionally.

Microbes, though, are an extremely efficient way to make protein. The process, called fermentation, uses microscopic microorganisms to produce alternative protein quickly and with a small footprint.

But all fermentation isn’t created equal – in fact, there are three distinct different types:

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