The second Precision Nutrition Industry Conference was held in Harbin from August 21 to 23, convened by the Precision Nutrition Industry Branch of the Chinese Nutrition Society. Feihe served as the sole corporate organizer, unveiling its new raw material brand "Zhichun," introducing six protein ingredients, five premix formulations, and a series of all-age nutrition products, while also finalizing multiple strategic partnerships with leading nutrition and sports brands to formally enter the protein ingredient sector.
During the conference, a journalist interviewed Liu Feng, Senior Protein R&D Engineer at Yuxin Biology, regarding the industry's direction. With China's high import dependence on animal milk protein ingredients, leveraging domestic soybean protein resources through scientific animal-plant protein blending to strengthen the domestic protein supply system has become a critical issue in precision nutrition. Liu Feng believes that combining soybean protein with milk protein can establish a multidimensional protein metabolic matrix, enabling rapid amino acid initiation alongside sustained and steady absorption. Soybean protein naturally contains bioactive compounds such as isoflavones, which support protection against osteoporosis and calcium loss, delivering synergistic effects that single proteins cannot achieve. Leveraging China's non-GMO soybean resource advantages, the dual-protein approach holds significant strategic industrial value.
Drawing on the collaborative development of a blended fertilizer product with Feihe, he outlined the design logic for different protein component ratios and discussed future prospects. The two companies will continue their joint efforts, delving deeper into soybean functional proteins and bioactive peptides to develop customized nutritional products for various populations, collectively advancing the upgrading of the domestic protein industry. Below is a summary of the interview.
Interviewer: The blended fertilizer unveiled by Feihe and Yixin Biology at this conference represents a practical application of animal-plant protein synergy. As the R&D lead, what specific design considerations were made regarding protein ratio combinations and absorption efficiency optimization? What unique advantages does the scientific blending of soybean and milk protein offer over single protein sources in precisely matching Chinese nutritional needs?
Liu Feng: I am honored to present the dual-protein product developed by Yuxin and Feihe at this precision nutrition conference. This product features a gradient combination of different proteins with varied ratio formulations. The integration of these proteins forms a multidimensional metabolic matrix that facilitates sustained amino acid release—rapid initiation coupled with steady absorption. Soybean protein is a high-quality protein that also contains trace components like isoflavones, which help prevent osteoporosis and calcium loss. The combination of different components enhances these functional benefits.
Interviewer: China currently relies heavily on imports for core animal ingredients like whey protein, while soybean protein is a premium category where domestic resource advantages exist. What practical significance does promoting the synergy between soybean and milk protein hold for improving China's protein ingredient supply system?
Liu Feng: China has a long history of soybean consumption, and non-GMO soybeans are a distinctive feature of China globally. The majority of the world's non-GMO soybean protein originates from China. This represents a strategic advantage for the nation and supports broader strategic objectives.
Interviewer: Looking ahead to the industrial wave of precision nutrition, what are Yixin's key R&D plans for high-value-added products such as soybean functional proteins and bioactive peptides?
Liu Feng: We will develop targeted products to address the needs of different population segments. We will further explore the effective components and products of soybean protein based on downstream application scenarios and functional requirements, aiming to satisfy the diverse needs of future consumers.
Interviewer: How will cooperation with downstream leading companies like Feihe be deepened in terms of technical co-creation to drive quality upgrades in the domestic protein industry?
Liu Feng: Feihe has deep expertise in milk protein, while we bring years of technical accumulation in plant protein. Our combined strengths allow us to thoroughly investigate the components and functional properties of dual proteins with greater precision, ultimately meeting the requirements of various population groups.
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