PLANT CEO #13 - Potential of Algae: the blue colour in M&M's to high levels of protein
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In this episode we speak with Leonard Lerer Founder of Back of the Yards Algae Sciences. Leonard and his scientist colleague made an accidental discovery in Paris when researching the creation of algae. They found a way to extract a natural blue colourant. So genius that Leonard is, he shipped off to Chicago to go pitch it to Mars for them to use it for their blue M&M\'s. As Mars are looking to adopt more sustainable and natural ingredients. Hear his story and how he has now relocated and built a research lab in Chicago. He also takes us on a tour of his facilities in his mission to help create the future of cruelty-free food.
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\\nAbout PLANT CEO More people are choosing to follow plant-based diets. Exciting new startups are disrupting this space by creating innovation in food, direct to consumer food delivery services, clothing, health care products and restaurants. We will be interviewing plant-based CEO\\u2019s and established leaders in their own fields. Hear what drives these entrepreneurs, why they became vegan and learn more about their companies.
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