Supporting product development and commercialization for Terra Bioindustries

Helping transform an upcycled food ingredient into a market-ready solution for a range of food applications

Tracy Butt and Nicole Detlor, Conestoga Food Research & Innovation Lab

About Terra Bioindustries

Terra Bioindustries is a Toronto-based food upcycling company that converts agri-food byproducts into value-added ingredients for food and beverage manufacturers.

The challenge

Terra Bioindustries required technical data and product concepts to demonstrate the potential of its ingredient, Recyclose, and support engagement with prospective customers and industry partners.

Approach

• Developed prototype food products featuring Recyclose across multiple categories
• Evaluated ingredient performance in a variety of applications
• Assessed product stability to support commercialization efforts
• Prepared technical specifications and supporting documentation
• Identified opportunities for additional ingredient applications and partnerships

Results

• Demonstrated the versatility of Recyclose in several food applications
• Confirmed product stability through shelf-life testing
• Developed technical specification sheets to support customer engagement
• Identified new opportunities for ingredient use and collaboration
• Created proof-of-concept products to showcase commercial potential

Why it matters

This project helps Terra Bioindustries advance its commercialization efforts and expand the reach of its upcycled ingredients. The work supports:

• Greater adoption of sustainable food ingredients
• Stronger engagement with customers and industry partners
• New opportunities for product innovation
• Increased value from agri-food byproducts
• Continued growth within the food upcycling sector

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