Better. Together.
The Swiss Protein Association (SPA) was founded at the end of 2021 by leading
food manufacturers and start-ups in Switzerland.
We want to raise awareness of consumers, industry leaders and politicians for
the benefits of alternative protein products and advocate for the best framework
conditions for our members.
Our members
Hilcona AG. "Hilcona AG has long (...) become a provider of diverse and
sustainable food; we support the promotion of alternative protein sources and are
already using them in many ways."
Martin Henck
Kündig. "Alternative protein sources combine fair trade and innovative production processes with a long-term spectrum of success. Thus, they correspond exactly to the corporate philosophy of the Kündig
Group."
Sandro Kündig
Migros Industrie. "Migros Industrie's commitment to alternative protein sources
covers the entire product range.
By founding the association, we are pooling the strength and experience of all members."
Ralph Langholz
Planted Foods. "With the association, we are working with strong partners to drive the inevitable change towards more alternative protein sources in the most sustainable and holistic way possible."
Judith Wemmer
Fredag. "Fredag AG is investing in the expansion of its production capacities for vegetarian and vegan specialties and is thus ensuring that it is able to
meet the constantly growing demand for its plant-based products in the long term."
Frigemo. The specialist for frozen convenience products. As a subsidiary of Fenaco, it is embedded in the heart of the Swiss agricultural industry.
Impag. "Thanks to distinctive technical know-how with our own food technologists and the high quality of our raw materials, we support you as a partner in the
evaluation of innovations and product developments."
Verdunova. "We see the promotion of core bean cultivation as a great contribution to clean air. We put our experience in local cultivation and first preservation (deep-freezing) of the protein-rich legumes at the service of the SPA."
Beni Dürr
Herbert Ospelt Anstalt. "Based on the principles of the Ospelt Group, we pursue a conscious sustainability policy with care and responsibility. For us, it is a concern to look around for alternative protein sources and to be able to offer innovative alternatives to animal proteins."
Beat Scherrer
Nutriswiss. "We are the leading fat refiner and modifier nationally in Switzerland in the specialty and organic product sectors."
Frutarom. "VeggieUp. The future is plant-based and the savoury flavours of Frutarom play their part in a sustainable taste experience."
Outlawz Food AG. "As an ethically vegan business, we are committed to making the switch from meat to plant-based meat substitutes simple and tasty.
Outlawz Food AG is committed to moving the plant-based market forward, contributing to a sustainable, healthy and ethical diet for the future."
Nathalie Christinger
Florin AG. "As the largest Swiss processor of oilseeds, the sustainable production of vegetable protein carriers, complementing the production of purely vegetable, sustainable oils, fats and margarines, is part of our core competence."
Jasmin Sporrer
Groupe Minoteries SA. "At the core of our community is the creation, development and delivery of plant-based products and services that help make life healthier, easier and more sustainable every day."
Valérie Vincent
Blattmann Schweiz AG. "With our wheat and spelt proteins, Blattmann has been making an important contribution to the local and sustainable production of alternative protein sources for over 165 years. In the long term, however, we are keen to use innovation to expand our portfolio with other plant-based proteins in order to drive the inevitable change towards sustainable food."
Dr. Catherine Cunin
HOCHDORF Group. "Alternative proteins represent an important enhancement to modern nutrition, which we are actively helping to shape as a Swiss powder drying and milk processing company."
Lukas Hartmann, CIO
Eichmühle AG.
"For us, refining means the processing, e.g. special cleaning or peeling, of a wide variety of vegetable products to achieve higher value. Thanks to optimized refining methods and the corresponding modern infrastructure for equally efficient and gentle processes, we are able to achieve the highest possible degree of purity with a high yield. And thus deliver products of particularly high quality to our partners."
David Villiger
MIRAI INTERNATIONAL.
"Today's Meat has no Future. MIRAI INTERNATIONAL is creating the new real meat experience by cultivating it from animal cells. Combining our love for food & technology with the power of nature provides a delicious, healthy & sustainable meat choice for everyone."
Danone Schweiz AG.
"Danone Switzerland is a food company with products in four business areas: Fresh dairy, plant-based alternatives, natural mineral water and soft drinks, and early childhood and medical nutrition.
With the Alpro brand, Danone is the market leader in Switzerland for plant-based drink and yogurt alternatives. Alpro has been a pioneer in plant-based alternatives since the 1980s and is committed to a flexitarian diet as part of the Planetary Health Diet, i.e. a diet with a positive impact on health and the environment. "
Swissoja SA.
"With the SPA association, we want to ensure that Swiss consumers have access to a wide range of high-quality and local plant-based proteins."
Associated members
Swiss Insects. " Edible insects are a local superfood. They are rich in protein, up to 70%, and they contain all 9 essential amino acids. They are one of the credible answers to meeting the ecological and nutritional challenges of the future."
Jean-Yves Cuendet
Carbagas. "More than 100 years of experience as a partner to the food industry, combined with a global network for research and development."
Bühler AG. "We offer individual solutions to process sustainable protein sources into high-quality food products - from the bean to cleaning, shelling, grinding, protein extraction and extrusion to the plant-based burger."
Hosokawa GmbH. "With sustainable process solutions to produce protein concentrates or the valorisation of food waste streams, Hosokawa Alpine is making an important contribution to the nutrition of tomorrow."
As a member you benefit.
- As an industry association, we advocate for your needs by taking our issues to the right places and standing up for you.
- We connect you with the most exciting people in the industry from established companies and innovative start-ups.
- We are your contact for all your open questions and needs and help you find solutions.
Board
President: Judith Wemmer, Planted Foods AG
Vice president: Ralph Langholz, Migros Industrie
Sandro Kündig, W. Kündig & Cie AG
Andreas Messerli, Hilcona AG
Philippe Aeschlimann, Danone Schweiz AG
Jasmine Droste, Danone Schweiz AG
Management
Managing Director: Karola Krell Zbinden
Deputy Managing Director: Nora Patricia von Bergen
Administration: Nina Popović
The office is managed by the Food Lex Team.
Swiss Protein Association
c/o Food Lex AG
Effingerstrasse 6A
3011 Bern
+41 31 352 11 88
Questions or comments?
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Upcoming events
21 February 2022
Open meet-up for alternative proteins and interested people.
Our first ever edition will feature guest input by the Boston Consulting Group.
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2022
"The future is alternative baby"
The event of the Swiss industry on alternative proteins