Our production facilities are the largest in Europe of its kind. The factory is built with the possibility of future expansions. We are at the forefront when it comes to advanced process technology and knowhow.
Our Technology
Golden Fields’ production facilities stand as the largest in Europe, setting the standard for innovation in the alternative protein industry. Our state-of-the-art factory has been strategically designed to accommodate future expansions, ensuring scalability and continuous advancement.
At the forefront of technological excellence, Golden Fields leverages advanced process technology and extensive knowhow to deliver unparalleled quality. Our commitment to sustainable development is reflected in our environmentally friendly production practices, which involve zero water usage, minimal chemical involvement, and low energy consumption.
Pioneering the use of air classification, Golden Fields employs cutting-edge technology to produce a diverse range of pea products from yellow peas. This new dry fractionation technology enables the creation of sustainable, natural, and functional ingredients, marking a significant leap forward in the landscape of alternative protein production.
Processing
Golden Fields adopts a dry mechanical processing method, avoiding additives and chemicals. After meticulous cleaning, peas and beans undergo dehulling, and the resulting kernels are finely milled. An air centrifuge then separates the powder into protein and starch fractions. These flours can be directly packed or further processed for enhanced functionality. The hull is milled to various particle sizes, possibly undergoing heat treatment. Golden Fields offers pristine pea fiber, and our processes produce no wastewater, with all materials efficiently recycled. While reducing resource usage compared to animal protein production, our commitment to sustainability underscores responsible practices throughout the process.
Energy
Producing 1 kilogram of pea protein concentrate consumes about 3-4 times less energy than producing 1 kilogram of beef and approximately 5-10 times less energy than producing 1 kilogram of dairy. This underscores the energy efficiency of our pea protein concentrate, offering a sustainable and environmentally responsible alternative to traditional animal protein sources.
Land
The cultivation of legumes for protein concentrate demands considerably less land compared to conventional animal agriculture, as legumes can be grown on land unsuitable for animal grazing. This highlights the land efficiency of our legume protein concentrate, providing an environmentally sustainable alternative that minimizes the need for expansive grazing areas.
Water
The manufacturing process of one kilogram of pea protein concentrate utilizes roughly 2-3 times less water compared to the production of one kilogram of beef, and approximately 10 times less water compared to the production of one kilogram of dairy. This underscores the water efficiency of our pea protein concentrate, providing an eco-conscious alternative that significantly reduces water consumption compared to traditional meat and dairy production.
Greenhouse gas emissions
The manufacturing of legume protein concentrates results in notably reduced greenhouse gas emissions when compared to animal protein production. Legumes serve as a low-emission protein source, offering an environmentally friendly alternative, especially considering the substantial contribution of animal agriculture to global greenhouse gas emissions.