The new partnership between Tate & Lyle and BioHarvest will focus on developing the next generation of sweeteners Tate & Lyle PLC (Tate & Lyle) and BioHarvest Sciences (BioHarvest), announced a pioneering new partnership to develop the next generation of proprietary plant-based molecules to address increasing consumer desire for affordable,[Read More…]
Protein Alternatives
2024: A landmark year for alternative protein revolution
In 2024, the alternative protein industry underwent a transformative period marked by significant innovations, market expansions, and regulatory advancements, with an overall shift toward sustainability and consumer accessibility The year 2024 marked a pivotal chapter for the alternative protein (alt-protein) industry, with breakthroughs and challenges shaping its landscape globally. From[Read More…]
Aleph Farms submits application for cultivated meat in Thailand
A regulatory application for Aleph Cuts has been submitted in coordination with the Thai Union, aiming to introduce cultivated beef to the Thai market Aleph Farms has announced the submission of its first application for regulatory approval of cultivated meat in Thailand. This milestone, achieved in collaboration with our valued[Read More…]
Israel’s Gavan secures $8Mn to commercialise cutting-edge plant-based fat
Start-up is establishing a new European facility for commercial production of its plant-based Fatrix fat Israel-based food Technology start-up Gavan Technologies announces it has raised $8 million in A-round funds. This fresh capital infusion will enable Gavan to enter the European food market with its cutting-edge plant protein-based fat solution,[Read More…]
Givaudan and Moonshot Pirates collaborate to shape future of alternative protein
Shape the Future inspires young innovators to rethink alternative protein experiences Givaudan, a global leader in flavours, taste, functional and nutritional solutions, announced a new collaboration with Moonshot Pirates, a dynamic movement of young leaders and changemakers. The “Shape the Future” Challenge is designed to inspire Gen Z consumers to imagine the alternative protein experience of[Read More…]
Starbucks launches Green Planet biodegradable, plant-based straws in Japan
The new straw is made from Green Planet, a plant-based biodegradable biopolymer Starbucks has introduced new biodegradable, plant-based straws to stores in Japan, another important action in support of the company’s environmental promise to be resource-positive and commitment to reduce waste by half by 2030. The new straw is made[Read More…]
From eco-friendly nutrition to egg replacement: How faba beans are transforming the plant-based market
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific If you’re not part of the plant-based protein movement yet, you may soon be in the minority. It is predicted that by 2027, plant proteins will constitute 75 per cent of the alternative protein ingredient demand[1]. Products using these proteins are expected to[Read More…]
Vow unveils first cultured quail foie gras
Becomes first company to sell multiple cultured meat products in various markets Vow launched Forged Gras – a revolutionary twist on the delicacy, of foie gras – making it the first and only company actively selling multiple cultured meat products in multiple markets. Vow’s innovative twist on this highly sought-after[Read More…]
Meatable welcomes strategic investment from Thailand’s Betagro
This partnership is a landmark achievement as Betagro becomes the first meat company in Asia to invest in Meatable Meatable, the pioneering cultivated meat technology company dedicated to creating sustainable, real meat without harming animals announced a strategic investment from Betagro Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of one of[Read More…]
Refresco acquires Frías, enhancing plant-based beverage portfolio
This acquisition complements Refresco’s existing operations in Spain and significantly expands its capabilities in the plant-based drinks sector Refresco, the global independent beverage solutions provider for retailers and global, national, and emerging (GNE) brands in Europe, North America, and Australia, announces the successful closing of its acquisition of Frías Nutrición[Read More…]
