ADM announced on May 20 the launch of eight new plant-based protein products in North America and Europe, expanding its portfolio to meet growing consumer demand for diverse protein sources. The company said this move reflects its ongoing investment in protein innovation and its commitment to providing high-quality, regionally sourced soy and pea solutions.
Consumer interest in varied dietary options continues to rise, with ADM citing global survey data showing that 66% of consumers aim to increase their protein intake and 86% believe it is healthier to obtain protein from a wide variety of sources. Soy and pea proteins are highlighted as important components due to their versatility, nutritional value, and scalability.
“Protein is one of the most dynamic areas of nutrition, with consumers now asking for more variety, functionality and choices than ever before,” said Greg Dodson, Vice President, Protein, North America at ADM. “With new ingredient introductions and expanding capabilities in facilities across the globe, ADM is uniquely positioned to not only meet that demand at scale, but to also help shape the future of protein innovation.”
The newly launched products include several soy isolates such as ProFam883 for beverages and powders; ProFam894 for dairy alternatives; Arcon IH designed for meat applications like ham; ArconSB aimed at sausages; Arcon412 supporting deli meats; a neutral-flavored pea flour suitable for baked goods without allergen labeling requirements; European-sourced ArconR soy concentrate adaptable across various food categories; and European-sourced ArconT textured concentrates targeting extended meat products or plant-based alternatives.
Tony Payne, Senior Director of Creation, Design, and Development at ADM said: “By expanding our protein portfolio, we’re giving customers more precise, functional solutions that will perform across a wide range of applications.” Payne added: “This is about delivering choice, and giving consumers access to protein sources that are backed by decades of plant-based expertise and global innovation.” He further noted the company’s international infrastructure supporting these efforts: “From our state-of-the-art…protein solutions center in Decatur…to our innovation center…in the Netherlands…our SojaProtein facility in Serbia…and our Customer Creation & Innovation Center in Hortolândia…our regionally sourced supply of plant proteins ensures that we can deliver consistent, high-performing solutions tailored to local market needs.”
ADM has been involved with plant-based proteins since introducing textured vegetable protein (TVP) in the 1960s. The company continues developing ingredients intended for use across meat alternatives or blends as well as dairy substitutes—aiming both at taste improvement and nutritional enhancement.
