Contribution: Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Maia Farms Inc.
$199,238.00
Building the fourth pillar of protein by valorizing biomass using atypical fermentation
EF 2023-24 · 2023-07-01
Résumé
Maia Farms, in partnership with the NRC, is pioneering a cutting-edge process to produce mushroom protein, derived from the root structure of fungi. They are aiming to cultivate an optimal fungal species and scale the process from a 1-liter flask to a 1000-liter scale. Alongside production, the team is committed to testing the nutritional and sensory attributes of the mushroom protein such as taste, texture, color, etc. Their goal is to deliver industry-standard mushroom protein, earning positive feedback from our customers, Big Mountain Foods and TMRW Foods. Ultimately, the team is determined to see mushroom protein integrated into everyday food products, marking a significant leap toward a more sustainable protein source. This project symbolizes the pursuit of ground-breaking sustainable solutions for the future of food. Overall, the goal of the project is to advance protein production for a healthier and more sustainable future for all Canadians.
Ministère
Programme
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Bénéficiaire
Emplacement
North Vancouver|North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Type de bénéficiaire
For-profit organization
Numéro d'entreprise
774661409
Type
Contribution
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions
Tel que publié
Agreement End Date
2025-06-30
Agreement Number
1012621
Agreement Start Date
2023-07-01
Agreement Title
Building the fourth pillar of protein by valorizing biomass using atypical fermentation
Agreement Title (French)
Développer le 4e pilier des protéines de remplacement en valorisant la biomasse par la fermentation atypique
Agreement Type
Contribution
Agreement Value
$199,238.00
Amendment Number
0
Description
Maia Farms, in partnership with the NRC, is pioneering a cutting-edge process to produce mushroom protein, derived from the root structure of fungi. They are aiming to cultivate an optimal fungal species and scale the process from a 1-liter flask to a 1000-liter scale. Alongside production, the team is committed to testing the nutritional and sensory attributes of the mushroom protein such as taste, texture, color, etc. Their goal is to deliver industry-standard mushroom protein, earning positive feedback from our customers, Big Mountain Foods and TMRW Foods. Ultimately, the team is determined to see mushroom protein integrated into everyday food products, marking a significant leap toward a more sustainable protein source. This project symbolizes the pursuit of ground-breaking sustainable solutions for the future of food. Overall, the goal of the project is to advance protein production for a healthier and more sustainable future for all Canadians.
Description (French)
Développer le 4e pilier des protéines de remplacement en valorisant la biomasse par la fermentation atypique
Expected Results
In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.
Expected Results (French)
À court terme, les résultats prévus seront des collaborations renforcées entre l'industrie, le milieu universitaire et le gouvernement pour soutenir l'excellence en recherche. À moyen terme, les résultats attendus seront le développement de nouvelles technologies potentiellement perturbatrices avec des collaborateurs. À long terme, trouver des solutions collaboratives aux défis des politiques publiques et créer des systèmes d'innovation plus solides.
Federal Riding
North Vancouver
Federal Riding (French)
North Vancouver
Federal Riding Number
59021
NAICS Code
541710 - R&D in the physical, engineering and life sciences
Organization Code
nrc-cnrc
Organization
National Research Council Canada | Conseil national de recherches Canada
Program Name
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Program Name (French)
Programme de collaboration en science, en technologie et en innovation - Initiatives de collaboration en R-D
Program Purpose
Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.
Program Purpose (French)
Collaborer à des programmes multipartites de recherche-développement dans le but de profiter de la synergie entre la recherche transformatrice à haut risque et à haut rendement et le potentiel de découvertes scientifiques et de percées technologiques révolutionnaires dans des secteurs d’intervention prioritaires.
Recipient Business Number
774661409
Recipient City
North Vancouver|North Vancouver
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
Maia Farms Inc.
Recipient Postal Code
V7K 2H5
Recipient Province or Territory
BC
Recipient Type
F
Reference Number
172-2023-2024-Q4-1012621
