MicroHarvest
Hamburg, GermanyFounded 2021
MicroHarvest is a biotechnology company that produces sustainable proteins through microbial fermentation, using agricultural byproducts as feedstock. Their proprietary technology allows them to produce protein ingredients much faster and using significantly less water and space compared to animal or plant-derived ingredients. The dried biomass is then combined with other ingredients to make food products, with applications ranging from feed to pet food and human food.
Founders
Katelijne Bekers, Luisa Cruz, Jonathan Roberz
Updates
Press Releases
MicroHarvest Selects Leuna (Germany) for First Large-Scale Production Plant
Feb 12, 2026
First of Its Kind UK Partnership with THE PACK and MicroHarvest to Launch Microbial Protein Dog Treats
Oct 13, 2025
MicroHarvest Protein Demonstrates Clear Palatability Edge in Pet Trials
Apr 23, 2025
MicroHarvest becomes first biomass fermentation company to join Food Fermentation Europe
Mar 7, 2024
MicroHarvest launches pilot plant, accelerating path to commercialization of single-cell protein ingredients
Nov 17, 2023