JALOTOFU

jalofoods – pioneering tofu production in finland

Jalofoods is a Finnish company founded in 1989, specializing in the production of Jalotofu in Tammisaari. The company’s official name is Oy Soya Ab and its primary market is Finland.

Jalofoods’ vision is to significantly increase the amount of plant-based products on consumers’ plates, offering delicious and diverse culinary experiences.

We produce delicious and high-quality plant-based foods using traditional methods guided by our values. Jalofoods produces nearly one million kilograms of organic tofu annually.

Our clients include the industrial sector, retail stores, wholesalers, large kitchens, and public services. Having been active in export markets from 2012 to 2022, we are now strategically revitalizing our export initiatives.

Production in Tammisaari

Tofu is produced at our factory in Tammisaari, where we employ approximately 30 people. We maintain an active dialogue with local stakeholders. Since 2022, we have operated a biogas plant that utilizes by-products from our production as raw material. The biogas produced covers nearly 60 percent of our energy consumption.

Improving our operations requires perseverance and careful monitoring. We measure our environmental impacts and implement measures to improve resource and energy efficiency. We use a biogas plant and solar panels to produce energy in our factory. The high quality of our products and the company’s strong financial performance serve as a foundation for future growth and investment.

Over the last 35 years, we have developed an automated and streamlined operational model using automated production technologies and robotics.

Steady Growth

Our revenue has shown strong growth, particularly since the 2010s. Today, we are the market leader in Finland, with a turnover of 6.1 million euros in 2025. Since 2015, our revenue has more than quadrupled due to hard work and the growing demand for plant-based foods. We anticipate continued growth in the coming years.

We recognize the risks posed by climate and environmental changes to our business.

JALOFOODS STORY

Jalotofu’s journey began 35 years ago when its four founders envisioned producing tofu, a staple in Asia for thousands of years, in Finland. At that time, tofu was relatively unknown in Finland, and we have worked hard since then to popularize it. We can rightly be considered pioneers in this field for producing the ‘Jalotofu of Finland’. We produce tofu using local water and European organic soybeans.

We utilise by-products from our production in our own biogas plant, where they are used as a raw material for biogas production. Read more about our biogas plant.

Award-Winning Jalotofu

Today, Jalofoods is renowned for Jalotofu. Made from organic soybeans using traditional production methods, Finnish Jalotofu is available in seven versatile versions catering to various uses and flavor experiences: Plain, Asia (soy-mirin), Marinated, Cold-Smoked, Soft, Roasted (shredded tofu), Plain Seasoned, and Asia Seasoned. The Cold-Smoked variety has won the Vege Award – as voted by consumers – twice (2023 and 2024).

Our earliest products were sold in the early 1990s at specialty stores like Ruohonjuuri, and later in almost all Finnish retail stores. Organic principles have been central to us from the beginning, and we have maintained these values throughout our growth and the evolution of our production methods. Initially, tofu was handmade, but today it is made in a highly automated factory using our innovative production methods.

We leverage technology to produce a traditional product, monitoring our operations with hundreds of data points to ensure consistent quality and food safety. Quality and adherence to organic standards are equally important to us, and we hold certifications in both categories. Likewise, Finnish production is an important part of our operations, as reflected by the Key Flag Symbol we have carried since 1998.

Since 2020, Jalofoods has exclusively used European organic soybeans for Jalotofu products. Currently, 100% of our soybeans are sourced from Austria.

SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability has been one of Jalofoods’ core values from the beginning. We clearly see more business benefits than risks in operating according to our sustainability principles.

We are part of Humble Group, whose sustainability work we contribute to and to which we report on our own sustainability performance. The Group’s sustainability programme comprises four objectives: innovation for positive impact, collaboration as a driver of business success, ensuring responsible sourcing and production practices, and enabling better alternatives.

Four focus areas of our sustainability work

Our sustainability work is built around four key pillars:

• sourcing organic raw materials (organically certified soybeans)
• Finnish employment (Key Flag Symbol)
• plant-based products (100% of our products)
• utilizing circular economy principles (production by-products and reducing food waste)

Our values

• Growth based on our values and business objectives: Our goal is to offer plant-based products as part of a varied diet.
• Taste and versatility: Our products are versatile and designed to be part of an everyday diet.
• Fair and transparent cooperation across the value chain: Our operations are based on trust and adherence to sound ethical principles. We contribute to sharing economic and operational benefits among the different parties in the value chain.

Ask for more information info(at)soya.fi.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Our workforce currently comprises 30 food industry professionals, making us a significant local employer in Tammisaari. While our employee turnover is low, we are always on the lookout for talented individuals.

Why Work with Us?

Jalofoods is a renowned Finnish manufacturer of plant-based foods, particularly known for our high-quality tofu. A skilled and motivated team is central to our strategy and success. As an established player in the food industry, we continue to grow steadily each year. We hold a strong market position and have realistic goals for future expansion, requiring committed employees to join us on this journey.

Working at Jalofoods offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative company. If you value a stable work environment, our sustainability objectives and values, plus a positive workplace atmosphere, Jalofoods may be the right place for you.

If you are seeking a meaningful career in a forward-thinking and supportive environment, consider joining the Jalofoods.