The Protein Community Podcast
Part of Foodvalley’s Partner Event
Date: 11 December 2025
Place: Wageningen
Podcast recap
In this episode of The Protein Community Podcast, recorded live at Omnia in Wageningen, we explored where the protein transition truly stands today and what it will take to move from early adopters to the mainstream.
Together with experts from across the food system, we discussed three key themes: the current state of the protein transition, the growing role of balanced (hybrid) proteins as a bridge for everyday consumers, and how plant-forward food can deliver immediate health benefits while creating fair and viable business models for farmers and companies alike. Across all conversations, one message stood out clearly: progress accelerates when plant-forward choices are convenient, tasty, and personally rewarding not ideological or complex.
With real data, practical examples, honest dilemmas, and moments of light-hearted reflection, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone working on, or curious about the future of food.
This session was part of the Foodvalley Partner Event. Not a partner yet? Reach out to suzan.drose@foodvalley.nl