Qkine Launches Animal-Origin-Free & Food-Grade Growth Factors for Cellular Agriculture

Qkine has recently launched a new product range of animal-origin-free and food-grade growth factors for the cellular agriculture industry. These growth factors have undergone extensive quality analysis and are produced using a microbial fermentation process, providing proteins from agriculturally relevant species. The company aims to meet the needs of customers working on cultivated meat, fish, fat, and dairy, particularly in response to increased scrutiny regarding the use of human growth factors by regulatory authorities.

In addition to providing proactive support in novel food dossier preparation, Qkine collaborates with various partners to drive future growth factor manufacturing and scale-up innovations. The company also engages in academic research in the cellular agriculture industry and is involved in research hubs such as the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein and the National Alternative Protein Innovation Centre. CEO Catherine Elton emphasizes the importance of agility in responding quickly to advancements in stem cell science, expressing Qkine's commitment to enabling the industry's long-term success and promoting more sustainable food production through innovative protein solutions.