Bioalbumen® provides the same full functionality as real egg protein, allowing for the creation of fluffy, foamy, firm, sticky, gooey, and crispy foods entirely animal-free. Onego Bio produces animal-free egg protein through precision fermentation, which enables a sustainable food ingredient that’s functional, nutritious, and delicious without compromise. Bioalbumen® is the ideal industrial egg substitute, enhancing texture, taste, and functionality across diverse products such as from baked goods and confectionery to snacks, beverages, and sauces.
In Onego Bio’s precision fermentation process, the ovalbumin protein blueprint is introduced to Trichoderma reesei cells, enabling them to produce egg protein. No chickens are involved, as Onego Bio obtains this blueprint from scientific genetic databases. The process resembles brewing, as microorganisms are fed sugar to produce specific molecules.
Unlike hens that lay only one egg per day, Trichoderma reesei is a highly efficient producer of egg proteins. In Onego Bio's precision fermentation process, the fungus initially receives ample glucose, but when starved, it produces proteins. This efficient process results in Onego Bio’s next-generation' hen house,' or fermentation tank, being filled with ovalbumin, water, and fungal biomass. The protein-rich liquid is separated from the biomass and dried into powder form, creating Bioalbumen®, a highly efficient and sustainable product that is then packed and delivered across the food industry.
Compared to conventional egg white production, fungal precision fermentation significantly reduces environmental impact across key categories. This process uses 96% less land, emits 89% fewer greenhouse gases, and requires 72% less water. It also reduces agricultural waste materials and can even harness alternative feedstocks or arid lands for protein production. The leftover biomass is a valuable material with multiple potential uses within Onego Bio’s partner network, such as for packaging materials, pet food, or mycelium-based leather alternatives.
