An ancient crop making a comeback to address modern day challenges
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Publisher | Milling & Grain |
Year of publication | 2021 November |
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Medium | Digital |
Edition | 1 |
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Scope & content | By Christian Bärenwalde, Business Developer, Müller’s Mühle, Germany The quest for alternative proteins has never been more intense. With the rising awareness of global warming and other environmental crises, more and more consumers want to do their part and contribute to a sustainable future. A vital pillar in this big picture is the shift from animal-derived to plant-based protein. Pulses are the perfect example of an ancient crop making a comeback to address modern day challenges. Soon, there will be ten billion people to feed on a fragile planet with finite resources. Alternative proteins are therefore a crucial component in the quest for sustainability. Germany-based Müller’s Mühle focuses on the procurement, processing and refinement of pulses. The company has recently invested €14.5 million (US$16.8 million) in new refining technology for legume concentrates. And, with the help of a modern air separation plant, functional flours with a protein content of up to 65 percent can now be produced, facilitating the enrichment and nutritional optimisation of many foods... Read more. |