Novel practices

The European plant protein deficit has prompted VALPRO to take action. To rejuvenate plant protein production practices and drive innovation, VALPRO Path has established 5 Innovation Production Systems (IPSs) across Germany, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, and Denmark. These IPSs span diverse pedo-climatic regions and prioritize high-value protein crops like pea, lupin, chickpea, faba bean, and lentils. Through VALPRO Path, we’re dedicated to cultivating sustainable protein crop growth by selecting optimal plant protein sources and exploring their synergies. These IPSs will not only demonstrate novel value propositions but also bolster circularity and resilience within the value chain.

Project Coordination:

Dr. Ewen Mullins

Head of Crop Science Department at Teagasc and VALPRO Path Project Coordinator

Oak Park, Carlow R93 XE12, Ireland

ewen.mullins@teagasc.ie

Project Communication:

Prof dr Mladen Radisic

CEO Foodscale Hub

LEONTOS SOFOU 20, THERMI
THESSALONIKIS, 57001, Greece

mladen@foodscalehub.com

This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No. 101059824 and co-funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) under the UK government’s Horizon Europe funding guarantee.