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Umami Bioworks has announced a strategic partnership with Purina as part of the Unleashed by Purina 2025 cohort, aiming to reshape pet nutrition through the development of cultivated seafood protein.

This collaboration signifies a pivotal step toward addressing the pressing sustainability challenges faced by the pet food industry.

This partnership, announced by Umami Bioworks on LinkedIn today (18 February 2025) is poised to accelerate the development and commercialization of Umami's cultivated seafood protein.

By joining the Unleashed by Purina 2025 cohort, Umami Bioworks gains access to Purina's extensive expertise in pet nutrition and product development, facilitating the integration of sustainable protein solutions into mainstream pet food offerings.

This collaboration aims to drive innovation that not only enhances the nutritional profile of pet food but also supports environmental sustainability.

The focus will be on creating scalable production methods for cultivated seafood protein, ensuring that these alternatives can meet the growing demands of pet owners without compromising ecological integrity.

The news follows closely behind cultivated meat firm Meatly's announcement, which has launched the world’s first cultivated meat dog treat, 'Chick Bites,' in UK retail.

The pet food industry is a significant consumer of marine resources, using approximately 2.5 million metric tons of fish annually. This demand has contributed to overfishing and ecological disruption, raising concerns among manufacturers and consumers alike.

With global pet food sales surpassing $100 billion, the urgency for sustainable protein alternatives has never been greater.

Umami Bioworks’ cultivated seafood protein platform is positioned to provide a scalable alternative to conventional protein sources. By leveraging biotechnology, the company aims to produce seafood protein that meets the nutritional needs of pets while minimising ecological footprints.

The partnership with Purina not only enhances UMAMI Bioworks’ R&D capabilities but also positions the company as a leader in the emerging field of cultivated proteins for pets.

Umami Bioworks also recently unveiled its cultivated caviar innovation, a sustainable alternative to traditional sturgeon caviar, aimed at addressing increasing consumer demand for luxury food items that prioritise ethical and environmental considerations.

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