Revolution in the dairy cattle sector

In recent years, the cow dairy sector has undergone important changes driven by various policies and strategies at the European level. Faced with this situation, the dairy cattle sector in the Basque Country has been immersed in a process of transition. Obtaining cow's milk with suitable characteristics for cheese production requires a change in the animal management system, since the microbiological and physicochemical characteristics of the milk are of strategic importance in guaranteeing high quality cheese production. In this context, in response to the needs of this sector, the Dairy centre- Leartiker has launched in 2025 different projects aimed at researching the quality of cow's milk and dairy products.

Developing a biological model of cartilage in vitro

The aim of the Laika project is to create a 3D bioprinted in vitro cartilage model by developing a semi-interpenetrating hydrogel (semi-IPN) composed of alginate and hyaluronic acid (HA). This project has been carried out in collaboration with the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) and REGEMAT 3D. The initiative is also the doctoral thesis being developed by our colleague Izar Gorroñogoitia, which completes Leartiker's line of research in tissue engineering.

Leartiker Dairy Centre presents its training offer 2025

This year 2025, Leartiker Dairy Centre has structured a wide training programme where they will offer courses at different levels and approaches, from initiation in cheese making to the development of more advanced skills. In addition, they will also offer courses with professionals who are world leaders in the dairy sector.

KARDIO3D new project for the development of a 3D bioprinted human myocardium

Leartiker has started a new collaborative project funded by Euroregion 2024. This is the KARDIO3D project, which aims to develop a 3D bioprinted human myocardium, designed to be compatible with medical devices and cultures under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) conditions. To this end, Leartiker will have the collaboration of the University of Navarra (UNAV) and the BioTis Tissue Bioengineering laboratory (Bordeaux).

Innovating in sustainable and healthy alternative proteins

Led by Ausolan, a leader in the collective catering sector, and in cooperation with Eroski, one of the main distributors in Spain, JASON project presented several challenges such as the development of plat-based solutions based on protein-rich ingredients obtained from fermented mushroom biomass. The initiative has been financed by the Mondragon Science and Technology Plan, where Leartiker has been the technological partner responsible for the technical execution of the project.

Plant-based desserts with fungal porotein for a healthy and responsible diet

Ausolan, a leader in the collective catering sector, and Eroski, one of the main distributors in Spain, have carried out a project together with the start-up specialized in mycoprotein, Innomy, and the Leartiker Technology Centre, specialized in Food Technology, to design vegan protein desserts using protein extracted from fungal biomass as a key ingredient.

Patxaferm, on the way to revolutionising the cider industry with the production of innovative fermented beverages using patxa

During the year 2024, thanks to the aid granted by the Basque Government's Berriker program, Leartiker has researched within the framework of the Patxaferm project, trying to find a second life for the by-product generated in the elaboration of cider, the apple pomace "patxa".

Leartiker extends ISO 17025 accreditation to Polymers Technology laboratory

Until now, we have had accreditation in our Food Technology laboratory, and this new achievement reinforces our commitment to excellence and quality in the services we offer in our two specializations.

GAZTANOLA, obtaining scientific evidence applicable to the process for requesting the use of wooden shelves in the Basque Country

At Dairy Centre- Leartiker, as a reference centre that working to address the needs of the Basque dairy sector, we see the need to facilitate the process of applying for an exception to the use of wooden shelves by Basque dairies, Thus, in October 2023 we launched the GAZTANOLA project funded by the Basque Government's Berriker program, which supports research, development and innovation in the agricultural, forestry, fisheries and aquaculture sectors.