16 Jun 2021 --- With the plant-based market booming, legumes are “celebrating a real comeback,” according to GoodMills. The European milling corporation has begun a collaboration with Israel-based plant-tech company Equinom to create new yellow pea seed varieties using patented AI breeding technology. By harnessing the natural diversity in crops, no gene editing or modification is required in this process. Equinom will research how best to crossbreed seeds to achieve a tailored raw material with significantly improved sensory properties. The ingredients derived from this method are expected to be free from off-flavors while providing the ideal protein composition for appealing texture in high-protein meat and dairy alternatives, as well as pasta.
