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i-Culture Yogurt & Fermented Milk Cultures

Natural Fermentation for Yogurt, Kefir & Fresh Dairy

Starter Cultures

Consistency, Flavour & Market-Proven Performance

i-Culture delivers a broad range of thermophilic and mesophilic cultures designed for yogurt and fermented milk products (FMPs).

Our portfolio includes Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus, Lactococcus spp., Leuconostoc spp., and functional adjuncts, enabling processors to fine-tune viscosity, acidity, flavor, and mouthfeel.

From mild creamy yogurts to authentic profiles, from drinkable yogurts to traditional kefir and sour cream, i-Culture offers cultures that combine process stability, consumer-preferred taste, and clean-label assurance.

Broad Range

Thermophilic & mesophilic blends for yogurt, drinkables, sour cream, quark & kefir.

Tailored Applications

Set, stirred, drinkable, Greek yogurt, regional styles (Ayran, Dahi), and plant-based.

Taste & Texture

Mild & creamy, balanced acidity, or authentic high-aroma Bulgarian notes.

Post-Acidification Control

Optimized strains for stable pH and extended shelf life.

Clean-Label

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

i-Culture Product Range

Developed with advanced dairy biotechnology expertise, i-Culture™ offers flexibility for both industrial and artisanal production of yogurts and fermented milk products.

Thermophilic yogurt cultures

Classic pairings for set, stirred, drinking and Greek yogurt, with options for mild or strong acidification.

Mesophilic cultures

Ideal for cultured dairy such as sour cream, buttermilk, and fresh fermented milks.

Kefir blends

Mixed cultures with yeasts and bacteria to deliver effervescence, mild acidity, and probiotic character.

Adjuncts & probiotics

Enhance flavor, functionality, and gut-health positioning.

Plant-based cultures

Tailored lactic blends optimized for soy, oat, coconut, and other dairy alternative substrates.

This flexibility ensures consistent, high-quality results across every fermented milk style: indulgent Greek yogurts, refreshing drinkable yogurts, authentic kefir, and innovative plant-based alternatives.

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Application

I-Culture is designed for use in:

Yogurt

Set, stirred, drinking, Greek-style.

Fermented milk products (FMP)

Kefir, cultured buttermilk, sour cream.

Functional dairy

Probiotic-enriched fermented milks.

Plant-based alternatives

Soy, oat, almond, coconut substrates.

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Versatile Applications

Perfect for yogurt, kefir, sour cream, buttermilk, and plant-based alternatives.

Enhanced Processing

Fast fermentation with controlled post-acidification for extended shelf life.

Premium Taste

Mild-to-intense flavor profiles with creamy, stable textures.

Complete Flexibility

Thermophilic, mesophilic, kefir blends, and plant-based solutions available.

Market Info

Yogurt & Fermented Milk Market Insights

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

$120B+

Fermented Dairy by 2030 — Yogurt and FMPs remain among the fastest-growing dairy segments, driven by health, indulgence, and plant-based demand.

25%

Reduced Post-Acidification — Modern cultures extend shelf life and preserve consumer-preferred taste and texture longer.

+15%

CAGR in Plant-Based Yogurts — Fermented dairy alternatives are projected to grow at double-digit rates, requiring tailored starter cultures for stability and flavor.