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Ryan Comella rcomella@foundationfar.org
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Catherine Maxwell cmaxwell@foundationfar.org
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Plant proteins, including peas, beans and lentils, are nutritionally important protein sources.
Population growth and expanding food industry uses for animal-based protein alternatives are driving an increasing global demand.
Most commercially available plant-based protein ingredients come from only two percent of the 150-plant species on which our food supply depends. Understanding the genetics and breeding of these plants can uncover new plant protein crops and produce increases in yield, robustness and disease resistance. This research can also decrease the cost of these plants, making them more attractive to farmers.
To enhance the protein yield of plant-based staple crops and decrease costs, our Crops of the Future Collaborative launched the Plant Protein Enhancement Project. Co-funded by the Open Philanthropy Project, this competitive research program funds grants to enhance the supply chain for plant-based protein in a profitable and sustainable manner.
Year Awarded 2021
FFAR award amount $612,257
Total award amount $800,000
Location St. Paul, MN
Program Plant Protein Enhancement Project
Matching Funders Benson Hill, Keygene, Syngenta, University of Minnesota
FFAR award amount $387,556
Total award amount $387,556
Location West Lafayette, IN
Matching Funders Open Philanthropy
FFAR award amount $1,012,500
Total award amount $1,200,000
Location Fargo, ND
Matching Funders Benson Hill, Keygene, Syngenta, North Dakota State University, Open Philanthropy
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