GEA Opens New Food Application and Technology Center in Wisconsin to Support Cellular Agriculture Innovation

GEA has opened a new Food Application and Technology Center in Janesville, Wisconsin, to support the development and scaling of cellular agriculture processes. The facility is equipped with advanced bioreactors and precision fermentation systems that allow companies to test and optimize processes for producing alternative proteins and other novel food products. This 10,000-square-meter center offers customizable infrastructure for alt-protein production, with flexible, modular equipment that can scale from small lab tests to near-industrial production volumes.

The ATC is open to a range of companies, from startups to established players in the food industry, providing them with the tools and expertise needed to develop scalable and cost-effective food production processes. The pilot-scale setup at the center addresses the challenge of scaling from bench-top processes to commercial production. GEA will be hosting a grand opening event on July 17, 2025, featuring guided tours and technical sessions on topics such as fermentation and scaling up new food technologies to accelerate the commercialization of alternative proteins and sustainable food solutions.