In the Netherlands, more than 500 organizations are actively involved in the Protein Transition. Together, they generate a combined annual production value of at least 881 million euros and employ at least 3,500 people. Foodvalley NL and the provinces made this visible through the Protein Transition Map NL, demonstrating the Dutch commitment to innovation and protein transition.
Serious Business
The Protein Transition Map NL is an online, interactive tool that provides insights into the Dutch protein transition. Accompanying an economic analysis, which illustrates the added value in euros and the number of employees per province. It shows that the economic value of producers and knowledge suppliers in the field of unconventional animal proteins has doubled since 2015. This has turned the sector in the Netherlands into a serious industry with international growth potential.
Alternatives to Conventional Animal Protein Sources
The companies and organisations featured on the map focus entirely or partially on the industrial production, processing, and marketing of alternatives to conventional animal protein sources. These alternatives include plant proteins such as legumes, animal protein alternatives like insects, and industrially produced proteins such as algae. Remarkably, over half of the companies were already engaged in the sectors of meat, fish, or dairy.
Stimulating Collaboration
Each entity on the map can be individually clicked to access more detailed information in the online database. The map showcases a wide distribution of organisations, both geographically and in terms of their thematic focus, underscoring the diverse and vibrant ecosystem of the Dutch protein transition sector. Users can type in keywords and filter by province, innovation domain, and role in the chain, enabling easy connection with over 500 organisations innovating with alternative protein ingredients and applications. The map encourages collaboration, facilitates long-term trend monitoring, and assists policymakers in assessing progress toward the goals outlined in the National Protein Strategy and provincial implementation agendas.
