Lallemand has been manufacturing Bakers Yeast since the early 1920's, but it wasn't until the mid 1970's that Lallemand ventured to expand from their traditional manufacturing capabilities towards specialty products .

Since then, the company has evolved to being an industry leader in yeast and bacteria products for Baking, Oenology, Human and Animal Nutrition & Health, Food and Fermented beverages.

Bio-Ingredients is the division whose specialty is producing yeast products for flavor and enhancing properties in vegetarian and savory foods, as well as for pet foods. The inactive yeast derivatives are designed to enhance existing flavors or impart specific flavor notes to foods. There are also significant Nutritional benefits to inactive yeast, which are sought after by Vegetarians and Health Food producers.