The investment will create new opportunities for farmers, while supporting domestic processing and expanding access to high-value international markets Canadian farmers are at the forefront of a new $4.3 million initiative that will boost the competitiveness of Canada’s agriculture and food sector, at home and abroad. Led by NRGene Canada,[Read More…]
Protein Alternatives
Roquette grows NUTRALYS plant protein portfolio with wheat and pea proteins
Roquette has launched its first-ever textured wheat protein: NUTRALYS T WHEAT 600L Roquette, a global leader in plant-based ingredients, is strengthening its NUTRALYS plant protein portfolio with two new textured solutions, marking the company’s entry into textured wheat and reinforcing its commitment to next-generation food innovation. The new ingredients –[Read More…]
Australia approves cultivated Japanese quail
The approved product, cultivated Japanese quail, is developed by Sydney-based startup Vow under its premium brand Forged In a landmark decision set to redefine the future of food, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has granted its first-ever approval for a cultivated meat product, marking a historic moment for the[Read More…]
The future of chocolate is cultivated: Pluri’s Vision with Kokomodo
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…]
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…]
