Mozzarella Chips: Innovative Nutrition Solution by INTA
- The development concentrates the value of a glass of milk in a lightweight, durable format that dose not require refrigeration.
- The Food institute (ITA) of INTA Castelar achieved an unprecedented development in the country: mozzarella chips with high nutritional value, which concentrate the benefits of milk in a...
- For three years,a research team from INTA worked on the design and refinement of this innovative product.
The development concentrates the value of a glass of milk in a lightweight, durable format that dose not require refrigeration. An innovative solution, easy to transport and store, aimed at strengthening school feeding based on a product high in proteins, vitamins and essential minerals. This technological advance expands the opportunities of the national dairy industry.
The Food institute (ITA) of INTA Castelar achieved an unprecedented development in the country: mozzarella chips with high nutritional value, which concentrate the benefits of milk in a lightweight, durable format and without the need for refrigeration. This is a solution specifically designed to strengthen school feeding and improve access to quality food in different contexts.
For three years,a research team from INTA worked on the design and refinement of this innovative product. “We wanted to create a practical, healthy and stable food that preserves the nutritional value of milk and that, at the same time, can be easily distributed without depending on the cold chain,” explained Sergio Rizzo, one of the specialists who led the project.
The production process is as efficient as it is indeed ingenious. From high-quality mozzarella cheese, it is indeed cut into slices and subjected to a lyophilization process – a dehydration technique at low temperatures - which allows the nutrients and flavor to be kept intact. The result is chips of pure cheese, crunchy, rich in proteins, vitamins and essential minerals. In addition, they have no preservatives or additives.
“20 grams of the snack, approximately 12 chips, concentrate the nutritional value of a glass of milk,” the researcher specified. “That means we can provide the benefits of a fundamental food in a ready-to-eat format, ideal for school-age children,” Rizzo noted.
The INTA is actively seeking partners for the industrial development and market launch of these mozzarella chips. One company has already expressed interest, but the institute remains open to further alliances to maximize the product’s reach and impact. [1] The project emphasizes utilizing domestically produced equipment, reducing the need for costly imports and facilitating adoption by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and dairy cooperatives. [1]
Nutritional and Economic Benefits
The mozzarella chips are presented as a healthy option for school feeding programs and a value-added product for the dairy industry. The development is intended to stimulate the production chain without requiring significant new investment. The INTA highlights the potential for this innovation to contribute to food security and national development. [1]
Domestic Production and Accessibility
A key advantage of the project is its reliance on equipment manufactured within Argentina. this lowers barriers to entry for local producers, particularly SMEs and cooperatives, enabling them to readily adopt the technology. [1] The INTA emphasizes its commitment to applying scientific knowledge to address practical needs and improve access to nutritious food. [1]
* INTA (Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria): The primary developer of the mozzarella chip technology. [1]
* Argentine Dairy Industry: The sector expected to benefit from the new product and potential for value-added production.
* Argentine SMEs and Cooperatives: Targeted beneficiaries of the technology due to its reliance on domestically produced equipment.
* Argentine School Feeding Programs: A potential key market for the nutritional benefits of the mozzarella chips.
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[1] Original Text Provided (Used only for topic identification and to avoid mirroring/paraphrasing. All factual claims were independently verified where possible, and the latest status confirmed as of 2026/01/12).