At Novo Farina, we believe that local sourcing and sustainability can go hand in hand with quality. Recently, we had the opportunity to work with a major beef burger manufacturer that supplies products to leading pub chains, schools, hospitals and restaurants across the UK. 

The Challenge: Reducing Food Miles & Improving Sustainability

The manufacturer had been using European-imported pea protein in their hybrid burger formulations to boost the protein content of their product. While effective, they realised that importing the protein from Europe added unnecessary food miles to their supply chain, which was contrary to their sustainability goals. Additionally, they wanted to use more British-made ingredients in their products.

Their Product Development team approached Novo Farina to find a solution that would:

• Reduce food miles by sourcing locally.
• Improve sustainability credentials to meet consumer and industry demands.
• Maintain protein levels from high protein Pea Flour (21%) and Textured Pea Protein at 63% or higher.

They also needed a cost-effective option that aligned with their existing budget.

The Solution: British-Made Pea Protein from Novo Farina

We worked closely with the manufacturer’s team to supply them with our Gluten Free Pea Flour and Quick Hydrate Pea Mince from our range, made from 100% British-grown yellow peas and European Pea Protein Isolate. This allowed the manufacturer to seamlessly swap out their European-imported ingredient for a locally-sourced, British-made, sustainable alternative.

Key Benefits of the Switch:

• British-Made Pea Protein - our textured pea protein, sourced from the UK and Europe and produced entirely in the UK, offered a more sustainable, locally sourced solution that significantly reduced food miles.
• High Protein Content - it has a protein content of 64%, exceeding their 63% requirement. This ensured that the protein levels in their beef burgers remained consistent, delivering the high nutritional value they needed.
• Sustainability Credentials - by using more British-made ingredients, the manufacturer was able to boost their sustainability credentials. This move resonated well with consumers and pub chains looking for products with a lower environmental impact.
• Cost-Effective - Novo Farina’s British-made pea protein met the manufacturer’s pricing expectations, making the switch both financially and operationally viable.

The Results: British Beef Burgers with More British Ingredients

With the successful swap to Novo Farina’s Gluten Free Pea Flour and Quick Hydrate Pea Mince, the manufacturer now produces beef burgers with a higher percentage of British-made ingredients, aligning with their sustainability goals. The reduced food miles and local sourcing also contribute to a lower carbon footprint for their product, making their burgers a more environmentally responsible choice for pub chains and foodservice providers across the UK.

Conclusion: A Sustainable, British Solution

By switching to Novo Farina’s British-made pea proteins, this leading beef burger manufacturer achieved their goal of reducing food miles, improving sustainability, and maintaining high protein content—all while sticking to their budget.

If you're looking to boost your sustainability credentials and reduce food miles without compromising on quality, Novo Farina can help. Contact us to explore how our British-made pea protein solutions can enhance your products and improve your environmental impact.

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