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i-Culture Probiotics

Health, Functionality & Proven Performance for Dairy and Beyond

Starter Cultures

Natural Strength, Backed by Science

Probiotic cultures are at the heart of today's functional dairy innovation.

i-Culture Probiotics combine scientifically validated strains — from Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium spp. to L. rhamnosus and Saccharomyces boulardii — enabling producers to create yogurts, fermented milks, fresh cheeses, and plant-based products with both taste appeal and scientifically backed health benefits.

Whether boosting gut health, improving shelf stability, or meeting consumer demand for functional foods, i-Culture offers strain-specific and blended probiotic solutions designed for real-world performance.

Broad Strain Portfolio

Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Saccharomyces and blends for dairy and non-dairy.

Applications

Yogurt, kefir, sour milk, frozen yogurt, fresh cheeses, plant-based dairy alternatives.

Stability

Shelf-life optimized with low post-acidification and clear cell count performance.

Clean-Label Ready

Non-GMO, available HALAL/KOSHER certified, consumer-recognized strains.

Clean-Label

Non-GMO, natural origin, available with HALAL/KOSHER certification.

i-Culture Probiotic Product Range

Developed with advanced biotechnology expertise, i-Culture™ offers probiotics in freeze-dried direct-set formats for flexibility in industrial and artisanal production.

Core Strains & Functions:

Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lb. casei, Lb. rhamnosus — promote gut health, immune balance, and enhance yogurt/fresh cheese profiles.

Bifidobacterium species (animalis, bifidum, breve, infantis, lactis) — improve digestion, deliver mild flavors, and reduce post-acidification in yogurts and fermented milks.

Lb. helveticus, Lb. plantarum, Lb. paracasei — multifunctional strains for dairy, cheeses, and plant-based fermentation.

Kefir-related strains (Lb. kefir, yeasts) — create effervescent, probiotic-rich kefir beverages.

Yeast probiotics (Saccharomyces boulardii, S. lactis) — contribute to gut health and broaden functional appeal.

Probiotic Blend Examples:

Yogurt — balanced cultures (S. thermophilus, Lb. bulgaricus, Bifidobacterium, Lb. acidophilus) for taste, texture, and probiotic benefits.

Cheese Probiotics — specialized blends for hard and stretched-curd cheeses with added functional value.

Yeast Probiotics — Saccharomyces boulardii and others for gut health in dairy and supplements.

A versatile portfolio for yogurts, kefir, cheeses, and plant-based dairy alternatives.

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Application

I-Culture Probiotics are designed for use in:

Yogurts & Fermented Milks

Drinkable, set, stirred, Greek.

Fresh Cheeses

With probiotic properties.

Kefir & Sour Milks

Mixed strain cultures with yeasts and bacteria.

Hard & Semi-Hard Cheeses

Adjunct probiotics for functional positioning.

Plant-Based Dairy

Soy, oat, almond, coconut substrates.

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Multi-Application

Perfect for yogurt, kefir, fermented milks, cheeses, and plant-based products.

Functional Health

Clinically backed strains supporting digestion and immune balance.

Stable Processing

Controlled fermentation with reduced post-acidification.

Consumer Trust

Familiar, trusted strains with proven market performance.

Market Info

Probiotic Market Insights

Market research reveals significant growth and innovation in the probiotic sector driving industry transformation.

+9.8%

CAGR in Yogurt & Probiotic Drinks — The yogurt and probiotic drink market is projected to expand at nearly 10% CAGR through 2030, fueled by rising demand for functional foods and premium dairy beverages.

$67.7B

Probiotic Yogurt by 2035 — The probiotic yogurt category is forecasted to more than double, reaching $67.7 billion by 2035, supported by consumer health awareness and the rise of plant-based options.

8.3%

CAGR in Fermented Dairy Ingredients — Fermented dairy ingredients are projected to grow at 8.3% CAGR (2025–2035), driven by innovations in mild yogurts, stability solutions, and fortified functional products.