Baltic MUPPETS INNOVATION CALL

SOURCE: Baltic MUPPETS

📢 Open Call for Innovators

Are you an innovator ready to help shape the future of sustainable mussel farming in the Baltic Sea? The Baltic MUPPETS project is looking for visionary stakeholders to develop new solutions, technologies, and business models for small mussel-based pet food products. Join us in building a sustainable value chain that boosts local economies while enhancing ecosystem health. Apply now to make a real impact and work with our mussel farms.

Baltic MUPPETS provides an unique opportunity for innovators to make a tangible impact on sustainable mussel farming and product development. We support forward-thinking solutions that enhance local economies and improve Baltic Sea ecosystems. Through funding, collaboration, and real-world testing, we aim to help you bring your ideas to life and scale them to market success.

CHALLENGES

Challenge 1.1: Test solutions for submerged farms - Assessment of durability and stability of ropes (Sweden)

Challenge 1.2: Test solutions for submerged farms - Regulatory requirements, such as marking systems to document ownership. (Denmark)

Challenge 1.3: Pilot the solution for submerged farms - New logistic solutions for harvested mussels. (Sweden)

Challenge 2.1: Strategy on how to overcome barriers for market entry of new mussel products

Challenge 2.2: Strategy to increase consumer acceptance for mussel products

Challenge 2.3: Go-to-market strategy with assessment of willingness to pay for mussel products

Challenge 2.4: Recommendation for certification to improve mussel production

Challenge 2.5: Sales of goods and services from mussel farming

FUNDING AND SUPPORT

Receive up to €50,000 to develop and pilot one of the challenges.

DIRECT COLLABORATION

Work alongside experienced partners in your region, benefiting from cutting-edge submerged farming techniques and expertise in mussel production and pet food innovation.

REAL-WORLD APPLICATION

Test and pilot your ideas in real-world conditions, with access to Baltic MUPPETS’ mussel farms and other facilities to validate and scale your innovations.

📅 Closing date for submissions: 14th of January 2025 at 17:00 CET.

See Baltic MUPPETS for information.