Who we are
Because when you grow, we all flourish.
Together, we’re shaping the future of food — powered by fermentation, guided by science, and inspired by you. From ingredient innovation to biotech platforms, from tradition to transformation, our mission is clear: to inspire joy, nourish communities, and protect our planet through better and healthier food for all.
This is the new Biospringer — food lovers in action.
Our approach
From concept to plate, we co-create with you:
- Signature tastes that define cuisines and resonate globally
- Rich textures and experiences that consumers remember and love
- Healthier formulations with less salt, sugar, and additives — without compromising pleasure
- Next-generation health & nutrition that drives a more sustainable and resilient food system
With 1,500 passionate Biospringer experts and 11,000 colleagues across Lesaffre, we combine local understanding with global strength.
We are fast, collaborative, and driven by your success.
Biospringer’s story: 150 years of innovation
A global team of experts
Research & Development
Biospringer places the customer perspective at the heart of product development thanks to our Research & Development Centers and
Flavor Development Departments. Drawing on Lesaffre’s 600-Research, Development and Innovation team of experts, our R&D teams are dedicated to harnessing the limitless possibilities of yeast.
Meanwhile, our expert team of Flavor Development scientists and researchers analyze and work on improving organoleptic properties of yeast ingredients.
Culinary Centers™
Our Culinary Centers have a deep understanding of local requirements in terms of technology, formulations, market needs, trends and consumer preferences.
Each Culinary Center provides local clients with advice tailored to meet their specific needs via our food technologists. Their expertise offers a global view of how our products perform, both on their own and as part of the food matrix.
Sensory Analysis
Our Sensory Analysis panels evaluate and work on improving the tastes and the other organoleptic properties of the ingredients in yeast.
Composed of Biospringer employees, this team’s knowledge is used to guide innovation, inform product development and evaluate the final result in food applications.
Biospringer is proud to be a business unit of Lesaffre, an innovative producer of active yeast worldwide and an expert in fermentation. Founded in 1853 as a family business in Northern France, Lesaffre is a key global player in fermentation for more than a century, with a 2,7 billion euros turnover, and established on all continents, counts 11,000 employees and more than 90 nationalitiess.
In close collaboration with its clients and partners, our parent company Lesaffre is committed to working with confidence to better nourish and protect the planet.
Any questions about our products or services?
Contact us, our experts would be delighted to respond you.