Top 5 soybean alternatives: 5. Single-cell protein

Single-cell proteins from growing yeast, bacteria or microalgae are being actively investigated as a protein feed. Photo: Shutterstock
Single-cell proteins from growing yeast, bacteria or microalgae are being actively investigated as a protein feed. Photo: Shutterstock
This is the fifth and last in the series of the top 5 most-promising soybean meal alternatives which we have shared over the last couple of weeks, terms of protein profile, availability, sustainability and more. This week we look at single-cell protein. Single -cell protein from yeast, bacteria or microalgae Single-cell protein (SCP) (growing yeast, bacteria or microalgae) are being actively investigated as a protein feed ingredient as well as a source of fat for various types of livestock, but


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