Partnerships to pave regulatory paths for the fungi protein of the future
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Mycorena AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 300 000 |
| Project duration | October 2019 - June 2020 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Innovative Startups |
| Call | Innovative Startups step 1 autumn 2019 |
Important results from the project
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The aim of the project was to identify regulatory challenges for the commercialization of Mycorena´s fungal protein. The project has resulted in Mycorena being successfully registered as a food producer and receiving IP Livsmedel certification. Finally, Mycorena has launched its first product directly to the consumer at the end of the project.
Expected long term effects
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The following results have been achieved within the project: - Recommendation from the National Food Administration that we do not need to undergo a Novel food investigation. - Registration with the Environmental Administration as a food producer with an approved audit. - Obtained IP Livsmedel certification (food safety standard). - Obtained V-label Effekten of the project has been that Mycorena has been able to launch its first product directly to consumers.
Approach and implementation
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The project was divided into three phases: 1. Identification of regulatory challenges. 2. Preparation to overcome the identified challenges in Phase 1. 3. Product launch for consumers. Within the project, Mycorena has enlisted the help of a food consultant to quickly overcome the challenges that arose during the project.