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

Qkine has launched a new range of animal-origin-free and food-grade growth factors for cultivated meat and cellular agriculture. These growth factors are produced using an efficient microbial fermentation process and have been subject to extensive quality analysis. They are designed to meet the needs of customers developing dossiers for regulatory authorities or conducting R&D in cultivated meat, fish, fat, and dairy.

Qkine is actively supporting academic research in the cellular agriculture industry and is a strategic partner in various alternative protein research hubs in the UK. The company is also collaborating with partners on growth factor manufacturing and scaleup innovations to achieve price parity at scale. CEO Catherine Elton emphasizes the importance of agility in responding rapidly to advancements in stem cell science to ensure progress in the industry while making it easier for customers, ultimately aiming to contribute to future food security and sustainable food production.