A new white paper by Food Nation explores how Denmark is addressing food system challenges through its ingredient and biosolutions ecosystem. The paper highlights Danish products and solutions such as functional food and feed ingredients, as well as bio-based technologies that apply biology in farming and food processing. Danish companies and research institutions are using circular principles to create new value from agricultural side streams and underutilized biomass, improving environmental sustainability and economic performance in the face of global challenges.

The white paper emphasizes the close partnerships between government, academia, and industry in Denmark that have built a trusted framework for developing and scaling bio-based solutions. Denmark’s initiatives include adopting a national action plan for plant-based foods and launching a plant-based diplomacy initiative to inspire sustainable food policies in the EU. By sharing Danish experiences and solutions, the paper aims to inspire international collaboration and demonstrate how science-backed innovation can help build more resilient and sustainable food systems worldwide.