India, May 14 -- At IFFA 2025, Soy Austria-a family-owned company rooted in Austrian traditions yet operating globally-captivated industry attention with its clean-label, non-GMO, sustainable soy-based food ingredients. Represented by Erika Schwarzinger, Director of Marketing & Innovation, the company introduced its expanding portfolio of natural soy solutions designed to meet the rapidly evolving demands of the meat, dairy alternative, and hybrid product markets.

Purely soy, naturally processed

"Soy Austria specializes exclusively in soy-based ingredients-only soy, nothing else," Schwarzinger began. "Our production process is completely natural. We use only mechanical and thermal treatment-no chemicals, no solvents, not even hexane."

This strict adherence to chemical-free production sets Soy Austria apart in the global ingredient market. The company's soybeans are sourced entirely from the European Union, predominantly from Austria itself and neighboring countries, and are guaranteed non-GMO.

"Our soy ingredients are clean-label, natural, and sustainable," she emphasized. "That's what today's consumer is asking for, and that's what we deliver."

A versatile portfolio for evolving food markets

Soy Austria's presence at IFFA 2025 marked their second appearance at the premier international trade fair for the meat industry. "Meat alternatives are one of our fastest-growing market segments," Schwarzinger said. "It's important for us to be here-not just for plant-based producers, but also for traditional meat companies exploring hybrid options."

Among the highlighted products was SoyTexture, the company's textured soy protein. Designed for efficiency and sensory neutrality, it boasts a fast rehydration time and avoids the off-notes typical of solvent-extracted proteins. "Our textured soy protein doesn't require masking flavors-it's clean, neutral, and efficient," she explained.

The company's applications extend across sectors, including bakery, dairy alternatives, and increasingly, hybrid meat products that combine plant-based and animal-based ingredients. "We've developed hybrid chicken nuggets, burger patties, and sausages," Schwarzinger shared. "It's one of our key innovation areas."

Meeting the demand for sustainability and transparency

With global demand for sustainable food solutions on the rise, Soy Austria is perfectly positioned. "Our ingredients are low-carbon, deforestation-free, and locally sourced. We align seamlessly with clean-label trends," said Schwarzinger.

She also noted the company's broad certification portfolio: "Our products are kosher, halal, non-GMO, and many are available in organic versions. Organic is especially relevant in Western Europe, and we're fully equipped to meet that demand."

A global outlook, A local commitment

While Europe remains Soy Austria's core market, its international reach continues to grow. The company maintains an established distribution network across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and North America. "We're still looking to build the right partnerships in South and Latin America," Schwarzinger noted.

Innovation beyond the plant-based norm

Innovation remains central to Soy Austria's strategy. "We're committed to continual development in clean-label meat alternatives," said Schwarzinger. One of the company's latest achievements is a plant-based burger patty free of methylcellulose-a widely used additive that many clean-label brands aim to avoid.

As for the future of protein-based ingredients, she remains optimistic: "This segment will continue to grow, then stabilize into a strong pillar of the food industry. It's not a trend-it's a lasting transformation."

At IFFA 2025, Soy Austria made a clear and confident statement: their soy-based solutions are more than just ingredients-they are a commitment to sustainability, transparency, and innovation. With its clean-label philosophy, non-GMO sourcing, and future-focused R&D, the company is setting new benchmarks in the plant-based and hybrid food landscape.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from FoodTechBiz.