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BioHifas employs the power of mycelium and valorizes industrial side streams into food. We are developing technology in side stream processing, solid state fermentation, and raw material conservation — based in Kaunas, Lithuania.

mycelium cultivation

solid state fermentation

alternative proteins

side stream processing

EU R&D funded

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Mycelium, the vast underground network of fungi, plays a vital role in generating alternative proteins and food-grade substrates from industrial waste streams — unlocking the future of sustainable food production.

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BioHifas is a Lithuanian deep-tech startup developing scalable mycelium cultivation technology using solid-state fermentation. We valorize industrial by-products — brewery waste, agricultural residues — into high-quality food-grade ingredients. Our team of PhDs and engineers is building the infrastructure for the next generation of alternative protein production.

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Fermentation experiments

Conducted across our pilot facility in Kaunas, Lithuania — iterating toward scalable solid-state fermentation.

Core technology areas

Side stream processing, mycelium cultivation in solid-state fermentation, and raw material conservation.

R&D project funded

Supported by the European Union through the Green Companies MTEP Project — advancing sustainable biotech.

Technology

Three areas.
One platform.

From side streams to food-grade substrates — our technology stack covers the full value chain.

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Processing

Side Stream Processing into Food-Grade Substrates

We transform industrial by-products — brewery spent grain, agricultural residues, food manufacturing waste — into clean, food-grade substrates ready for mycelium cultivation. Turning waste into value.

Cultivation

Mycelium Cultivation in Solid State Fermentation

Our proprietary solid-state fermentation process enables scalable, consistent mycelium growth on prepared substrates. This produces high-protein, high-fiber biomass with superior functional properties for food applications.

Conservation

Raw Material Conservation

Extending the shelf life and improving the quality of raw materials through bioprocessing — reducing food waste and enabling sustainable ingredient supply chains at commercial scale.

Pilot Facility — Kaunas, Lithuania

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Mycelium Biomass & Alternative Protein

High-protein, high-fiber mycelium biomass cultivated on valorized industrial side streams. Superior nutritional profile compared to conventional plant proteins — with a fraction of the environmental impact.

Alternative Protein Mycelium Food Grade

Application 01

Vitamins & Minerals

Research into mycelium-derived vitamins and minerals — inspiring health-focused product innovation at the intersection of food and biotech.

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Nutritions & Functional Ingredients

Bioactive compounds derived from mycelium fermentation — beta-glucans, ergosterol, and other high-value functional ingredients for the food and supplement industry.

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Immunity & Wellness

Mycelium's natural immune-modulating properties open a new frontier in functional foods and nutraceuticals — science-backed, scalable, and sustainable.

What biotech solutions does BioHifas offer?

We answer the most common questions about our mycelium technology, R&D approach, and collaboration opportunities.

What does BioHifas actually do?

BioHifas employs the power of mycelium to valorize industrial side streams into food-grade products. We develop technology in three areas: side stream processing into food substrates, mycelium cultivation in solid-state fermentation, and raw material conservation — based in Kaunas, Lithuania.

What is solid state fermentation?

Solid state fermentation (SSF) is a bioprocess where microorganisms — in our case, mycelium — grow on solid substrates with minimal free water. SSF is more efficient than liquid fermentation for certain fungal species, producing higher concentrations of bioactive compounds with lower energy and water requirements.

How does BioHifas ensure quality and safety?

Our CSO PhD Paulina Martusevičė brings deep expertise in fermentation and food technology. Every batch undergoes rigorous quality control — from substrate preparation through final biomass harvest — with food-grade standards applied throughout the production chain.

How can we collaborate with BioHifas?

We are open to collaborations with food companies seeking alternative protein ingredients, industrial producers with significant side stream volumes, research institutions working in mycology or food biotech, and investors interested in the alternative protein space. Contact tomas@biohifas.com to start the conversation.

Is BioHifas funded?

Yes — BioHifas is supported by the European Union through the Green Companies MTEP (R&D) Project. We are also backed by an experienced advisory board including prominent DeepTech business angels and food industry veterans with experience at Unilever.

What is the SUAVE project?

SUAVE is one of BioHifas's active R&D initiatives — exploring specific applications of mycelium fermentation technology. Visit the SUAVE page on our website for the latest updates on this project.

Team

Rare minds.
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A team of scientists and engineers amazed by the great kingdom of fungi.