Fermentation-based protein supports resource-efficient feed production

Increasing global demand for protein places pressure on land, water and conventional feed ingredients such as soy and fishmeal. At the same time, climate considerations and supply-chain volatility underline the need for new ways to produce protein efficiently and independently of agricultural constraints.

Unibio has developed a fermentation technology that converts methane into a highly concentrated and nutritious protein ingredient known as Uniprotein^®. The process replicates a natural microbial mechanism and offers a stable protein source that can be used in feed for animals, aquaculture and pets. Uniprotein^® is already approved for use in the EU, and development work is ongoing to explore its potential in human nutrition.

Resource-efficient protein with minimal water and no farmland

Central to the approach is Unibio’s patented U-Loop^® fermentation technology — a continuous flow system that achieves high conversion rates and efficient methane utilisation. This enables consistent production in controlled conditions without relying on arable land, high volumes of water or seasonal crops. The protein is subsequently purified and processed into a high-quality ingredient.

When compared with traditional feed proteins, Uniprotein^® provides a reliable alternative to fishmeal and soy. It supports stable feed formulation, reduces dependency on
fluctuating raw material markets and contributes to long-term food security. Because the production method requires minimal water and no farmland, it offers a resource-efficient pathway to scaling protein availability.