Sweden’s cReal Food Opens New Facility Producing Oat-Based Alternative to Powdered Milk

Swedish food tech company cReal Food has opened a new production facility in Bjuv, Sweden, to produce an oat-based alternative to traditional milk powder. The ingredient, made from Swedish-grown oats and water, offers a nutrient-rich solution high in protein, fiber, and beta-glucan, processed using a patented, zero-waste method to support sustainability.

Backed by a 300 million SEK investment, the new facility is fully automated and designed to meet global food safety standards. A pre-LCA study has shown that cReal's oat-based ingredient could reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 78% compared to traditional milk powder, making it a viable and sustainable option for various food applications.

The product can substitute milk powder in ice cream, yogurt, chocolate, savory items, and baked goods, catering to evolving consumer demands for sustainable and nutritious food options. CEO Christian Hjortholm Steffensen expressed the company's aim to support manufacturers in meeting evolving demands while providing environmentally-friendly and affordable solutions.