Meala and DSM-Firmenich Transform the Future of Plant-Based Protein

• Meala and DSM-Firmenich have joined forces to accelerate the development of clean-label, sustainable plant-based protein solutions, combining Meala’s natural texturizing technology with DSM-Firmenich’s deep expertise in flavor, nutrition, and fermentation.
• By leveraging Meala’s functional ingredients, the collaboration aims to significantly enhance the sensory experience of plant-based products—achieving meat-like texture and mouthfeel without the need for artificial additives or E-numbers.
• The partnership emphasizes clean-label innovation, supporting the growing consumer demand for natural, recognizable ingredients while promoting environmental sustainability through plant-based alternatives.
• Together, the companies are working on scalable solutions for manufacturers, offering customizable ingredient systems that reduce formulation complexity while delivering consistent quality and performance in plant-based applications.

Israeli food-tech start-up Meala has announced a strategic collaboration with global science company DSM-Firmenich to revolutionise the plant-based protein industry. Together, they aim to improve taste, texture, and nutritional value without relying on artificial additives or chemical processing.

The partnership focuses on developing cleaner-label plant-based products by using Meala’s proprietary platform, which restructures plant proteins to better mimic the texture and mouthfeel of meat. 

By combining Meala’s cutting-edge technology with DSM-Firmenich’s extensive expertise in food innovation, the duo intends to create a new standard for alternative proteins.

“We are thrilled to join forces with DSM-Firmenich,” said Hadar Shor, CEO of Meala. “Our goal is to make plant-based foods more appealing and accessible without compromising on quality or clean-label demands. This partnership accelerates that mission.”

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Plant-based diets continue to grow in popularity as consumers seek sustainable and health-conscious alternatives to animal products. 

However, taste and texture remain major hurdles in consumer acceptance. Meala and DSM-Firmenich aim to tackle this by offering solutions that eliminate the need for stabilisers, gums, and other additives often found in meat substitutes.

The companies plan to collaborate on R&D, product development, and market expansion, with the potential to influence how plant-based products are formulated and perceived globally.

DSM-Firmenich’s global reach and technical infrastructure will play a key role in scaling Meala’s innovations, making them more accessible to food manufacturers worldwide.

As the demand for ethical, nutritious, and environmentally friendly protein alternatives continues to rise, this collaboration marks a significant step forward in delivering tastier, cleaner, and more sustainable plant-based options.