Yaky Yanay, CEO and President of Pluri As climate change, deforestation regulations, and fluctuating commodity prices pose threats to the global cacao supply, biotechnology is emerging with transformative solutions. In a significant move to promote sustainable food technologies, Pluri, a global leader in 3D cell-based platforms, has acquired a majority[Read More…]
Protein Alternatives
ACI Group enters strategic agreement with IFF to distribute plant-based proteins
This collaboration significantly strengthens ACI’s ability to support both traditional meat processors and manufacturers of plant-based foods Leading ingredient distributor and supply chain expert ACI Group has entered a long-term strategic agreement with IFF, securing distribution rights for IFF’s portfolio of high-performance soy and pea protein solutions across the UK and Ireland.[Read More…]
Laird Superfood launches protein instant latte with plant-based protein
This creamy, energising latte powder delivers on daily protein needs and provides body and mind benefits from functional mushroom extracts Laird Superfood, a leader in functional coffee, creamers, and superfood products made with simple, minimally processed ingredients, has launched Laird Superfood Protein Instant Latte, an all-in-one powder-to-latte mix containing 10 grams[Read More…]
Game-Changer for sustainable food: Nourish Ingredients’ Tastilux achieves commercial milestone
James Petrie, Co-Founder and CEO of Nourish Ingredients In a significant advancement for sustainable food, Australian biotech startup Nourish Ingredients has successfully achieved commercial-scale production of Tastilux, a precision-fermented fat that mimics the taste and texture of animal fats, without the use of animals. Leading this innovation is James Petrie,[Read More…]
Meala partners with dsm-firmenich to commercialise texturising protein for meat alternatives
The product is now available in Europe via dsm-firmenich as VertisTM PB Pea Plant-based innovator Meala FoodTech Ltd. partners with dsm-firmenich to launch VertisTM PB Pea, a groundbreaking texturising pea protein. This single, multifunctional ingredient is designed to replace modified binders, such as hydrocolloids, helping to clean up labels in[Read More…]
Why Push for Cruelty-Free Meats?
A little over ten years ago, the idea of growing real meat without raising or slaughtering animals sounded like science fiction. Fast forward to today, and cultivated meat is no longer just a bold concept; it’s a fast-moving, headline-grabbing innovation that’s reshaping how we think about the future of food. [Read More…]
Volare secures €26Mn to advance insect protein production in Europe
This milestone strengthens protein self-sufficiency and accelerates the shift toward sustainable, circular food production in Europe Finnish biotech company Volare announces the closing of a €26 million funding round to build Volare 01 – a facility set to become the most efficient protein production plant in the world, and to[Read More…]
Study finds dairy may help improve blood sugar control better than vegan diet
Conducted by researchers from the University of Reading and the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, the 14-day dietary intervention trial involved 30 healthy adults A new clinical study published in the journal Clinical Nutrition suggests that incorporating dairy products into a plant-based diet may be more effective in managing blood sugar[Read More…]
Inside BENEO’s new pulse plant: pioneering sustainable protein from faba beans
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director at BENEO Asia Pacific As global consumer preferences increasingly shift towards healthier and more sustainable food options, BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients and part of the Südzucker Group, is enhancing its investment in plant-based nutrition. The company has recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art pulse-processing plant[Read More…]
Thailand’s first animal-free dairy startup MUU secures strategic investment
The funding will fast-track MUU’s mission to revolutionise the dairy industry in Southeast Asia and beyond through precision fermentation technology MUU, Thailand’s pioneering animal-free dairy biotech startup, has announced a new round of strategic investment from A2D Ventures, Leave a Nest Japan, and a major Japanese food conglomerate. The funding[Read More…]
