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FermWhey™
The Next Generation of dairy proteins
What is whey protein?
Milk is a powerful source of nutrition, providing essential proteins that support growth, metabolism, and overall health.
In bovine milk, about 3.4% of its composition is made up of proteins, which are the most bioavailable and nutritionally valuable components.
Milk proteins fall into two major categories:
Caseins, which form the curds in cheese-making.
Whey proteins, which are the most valuable in terms of protein quality and functionality
Why whey?
The nutritional & functional powerhouse
Protein quality depends on three key factors:
01.
The completeness of essential amino acids (EAA), which are fundamental at every life stage.
02.
The efficiency of protein absorption and digestion, ensuring amino acids are properly utilized.
03.
The delivery of key nutrients, particularly branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) like leucine, which play a critical role in muscle synthesis and metabolism.
Whey protein is the gold standard of dairy proteins, known for its superior amino acid profile, digestibility, and bioavailability.
Among whey proteins, beta-lactoglobulin (BLG) is the most complete in terms of essential amino acids and boasts an exceptional concentration of leucine, a key component for muscle health, recovery, and metabolic function.
Protein quality is assessed through key indicators:
- PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility-Corrected Amino Acid Score)
Measures how efficiently amino acids are used by the body. BLG achieves a top PDCAAS score of 1, confirming its superior digestibility.
- Digestibility
Evaluates how well proteins are broken down and absorbed.
- EAA chemical index
Compares amino acid completeness against a reference protein (FAO 2007).
Native whey vs. cheese whey:
A new era of dairy proteins
While whey is widely recognized for its nutritional richness, most whey proteins on the market today come from cheese production by-products.
These proteins undergo extensive chemical, enzymatic, and filtration treatments, which can compromise their structure, bioavailability, and overall functionality.
At Verley, we go beyond traditional protein processing to offer a purer, more effective solution.
Our precision fermentation technology enables the production of milk proteins in their native state, starting with whey protein, preserving its original structure, digestibility, and full nutritional potential.
This means:
- Uncompromised protein integrity
- Superior absorption and bioavailability
- Lean manufacturing processes for minimal environmental impact
Traditional whey protein
Cheese manufacturing
Cheese
Evaporation
Drying
WPC
Native Whey Protein
1st Filtration
Skimmed milk
2nd Filtration
evaporation
Drying
WPI Native
FermWhey™
1st Filtration
2nd Filtration
Evaporation
Drying
FermWhey™
Introducing the FermWhey™ range
Whey, reimagined
At Verley, we don’t just produce whey proteins—we enhance them. By combining precision fermentation with functionalization, we unlock new performance capabilities that complement conventional dairy proteins while going beyond what standard precision fermentation can achieve. This enables us to meet evolving industry needs and expand the possibilities for high-protein food applications.
Our ingredient range includes:
FermWhey™
Native
Key benefits
- Rich in EAA
- High bioavailability
- Highly soluble
Applications
- Ready-to-mix powders
- Fresh and pasteurized dairy
- Milk and yogurt beverages
FermWhey™
Native 100
Key benefits
- High purity (+95%)
- Rich in leucine
- Highly soluble in acidic solutions
Applications
- Clear acidified beverages
- Protein shots and sodas
- Ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages
FermWhey™
Microstab
Key benefits
- UHT stable
- Creaminess at high protein concentrations
- Low viscosity
Applications
- High-protein dairy products
- Ready-to-drink UHT beverages
- Ready-to-eat protein bars
With FermWhey™, we are redefining what’s possible in dairy protein innovation, offering tailored solutions that unlock new food applications, improve food formulations, and deliver unmatched nutritional value.
Welcome to the future of dairy proteins.
Welcome to FermWhey™.