New Proteins Germany

As Europe transitions towards a more sustainable food system, Germany faces the challenge of reducing its reliance on animal-based proteins while ensuring that consumers have access to high-quality, nutritious, and tasty alternatives. The shift towards a more balanced protein consumption, moving from the current 50/50 split between animal and alternative proteins to a 40/60 ratio, requires innovation, collaboration, and market-driven solutions.

Recognising this opportunity, a group of leading Dutch companies has joined forces to form ‘Die neuen Protein NL Partner für Deutschland’, New Proteins Germany, a public-private partnership dedicated to accelerating Germany’s protein transition.

Internationally known for our food innovation, the Netherlands has extensive expertise in developing alternative proteins. This Dutch cluster brings together a diverse group of businesses specialising in plant-based ingredients, hybrid products, high-protein products, and cutting-edge food technologies. By offering a diverse set of integrated solutions, from ingredient development and processing technologies to market-ready end products, the partnership aims to support Germany’s shift towards more sustainable and health-conscious consumption patterns.

The Netherlands and Germany share a vision for the future of food, one that is sustainable, innovative, and consumer-driven. With Dutch expertise and German market strength, this collaboration has the potential to redefine the protein landscape, creating a healthier, more sustainable food system for generations to come. Let’s transform the protein sector together!