R & D

Australia uses mushrooms for developing sustainable solution to plastics

Mushroom derived material emerging as alternative to plastics Researchers from the University of Sydney, Australia have developed a biological growing process that uses mushrooms to turn organic waste into compostable products as a low-cost, sustainable solution to plastics. Their work presents an approach for growing sustainable myco-materials – a mixture[Read More…]

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Chula has researched and developed high-protein, gluten-free pasta noodles for gluten-intolerant health-lovers

Chulalongkorn University‘s Faculty of Science has researched and developed high-protein, gluten-free pasta noodles for gluten-intolerant health-lovers Noodle lovers, pasta is one popular item with its chewy yet soft texture and delicious taste. However, not everyone can fully enjoy pasta due to intolerance to gluten for some— a type of protein[Read More…]

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Global first as KitKat is wrapped in paper packaging

Australia’s number one chocolate bar KitKat has announced its first ever trial of innovative new paper packaging on fan favourite KitKat four-finger 45g.  In an exclusive trial with Coles Supermarkets across Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory, consumers can now buy KitKat bars featuring the paper wrapper for a limited time.  More than a[Read More…]

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Next Meats focuses on delivering the best-tasting plant-based products to ensure a better future in Tokyo

In 2023, Next Meats Co., Ltd. and group company Dr. Foods Co., Ltd. Launched Vegan Foie Gras, Vegan Caviar, and shelf stable Next Meats products to the plant-based markets in North America. NEXT MEATS Co., Ltd. a Japanese subsidiary of NEXT MEATS Holdings, Inc. is Tokyo based food-tech venture company that has devoted[Read More…]

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Dr. Foods, Inc. and ImpacFat Pte. Ltd. announced their collaboration to advance development of alternative protein products in Japan and Singapore. 

Next Meats is a food-tech venture company based in Tokyo that specialises in the R&D of alternative meat products, with a strong focus on sustainability. The significance of this collaboration lies in the fact that their combined expertise will propel the speedy development of Next Meats’ next generation of products such as[Read More…]

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IFPRI Published Pollination loss removes healthy foods from global diets, increases chronic diseases causing excess deaths 

The study, published on Environmental Health Perspectives, is the first to quantify the toll of insufficient wild (animal) pollinators on human health.  “A critical missing piece in the biodiversity discussion has been a lack of direct linkages to human health. This research establishes that loss of pollinators is already impacting health on a[Read More…]

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Barry Callebaut’s multi-year expansion of its Canadian factory will total USD 100 million

The investment includes liquid and molding lines as well as enhanced dairy-free production capabilities Barry Callebaut, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, announced the next phase of the expansion of its Chatham factory in Ontario, Canada. The multi-year expansion started in 2018, with an initial investment[Read More…]

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CP Foods’ egg products certified TGO’s Carbon Footprint Reduction Label

Twenty-five eggs products from Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) received “Carbon Footprint Reduction labelling” approved by Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) (TGO).  Over 700 CP Foods’ products are certified with TGO’s carbon footprint labels from the Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) or TGO, and[Read More…]

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Nespresso unveils new range of home compostable coffee capsules

Breakthrough paper-based home compostable capsule offers another way to enjoy sustainably sourced high-quality coffee without compromise on a premium coffee experience Nespresso has been dedicated to bringing its consumers the ultimate coffee experience in a responsible way. it renews that commitment by announcing a new range of paper-based home compostable capsules. After three years of research and development, Nespresso has created a[Read More…]

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