Special Episode: Adam Tarshis - Mozza Foods

In this episode of Protein Production Technology International, Adam Tarshis, CEO of Mozza Foods, discusses how the company is using molecular farming to produce real dairy proteins—without the need for cows. By engineering soybeans to produce casein, Mozza Foods aims to deliver animal-free dairy ingredients with the same taste and functionality as traditional dairy, but with far lower environmental impact. Adam explains why soybeans were chosen, how their proteins are extracted using standard dairy processes, and how molecular farming could enable cost parity with conventional dairy. He also highlights the scalability advantages of plant-based production and shares insights on regulatory progress, partnerships with major food manufacturers, and the company’s path toward commercial-scale production. Finally, Adam shares his excitement for future consumer taste tests, where plant-based dairy could finally match traditional products without compromise.