In February, large equipment for powder milling will arrive, followed by efforts to make the building’s exterior watertight in April New Zealand’s Fonterra announced in August 2024 that it will invest $75 million to develop its Studholme site in the South Island into a hub for high-value advanced proteins. Construction[Read More…]
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Brazilian Fish develops gene-edited tilapia
CAT scientists, together with the R&D team at Brazilian Fish, have created the first reproductive induction and in vitro fertilisation tests to generate precise genetic variations Brazilian Fish, a leading producer of tilapia, has successfully developed gene-edited tilapia in Brazil in partnership with the Centre for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) based[Read More…]
GIZ, ofi and Rikolto expand low-carbon cocoa project in Ecuador
Climate change poses a significant threat to 1.7 million Ecuadorians dependent on cocoa ofi, a global leader in food and beverage ingredients and solutions, international NGO Rikolto, and the German Development Agency GIZ (Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit), commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), have announced a low-carbon agriculture[Read More…]
Bugs on menu: Singapore embraces edible insects for sustainable future
The growing interest in insect-based food comes after the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) approved 16 species of edible insects for sale and consumption in July Singapore-based Insect Food, under its brand Insectyumz, has introduced Tom Yum-flavored crickets, expanding its lineup of insect-based food products. In addition to crickets, Insect Food[Read More…]
UNS Vertical Farms Dubai unveils over 45 varieties of microgreens
Located in Al Quoz, Dubai, UNS Vertical Farms, a division of Speedex Group and a pioneer in vertical farming in the UAE Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and vital micronutrients, microgreens are renowned for their ability to reduce inflammation, support weight management, and lower the risk of chronic diseases. Microgreens are[Read More…]
How nutricosmetics are gaining traction
The Asia-Pacific region, including India, is emerging as a significant market for nutricosmetics The quest for radiant skin, lustrous hair, and overall beauty is no longer confined to topical creams and serums. Consumers are embracing a holistic approach to beauty, recognising the profound connection between inner health and outer radiance.[Read More…]
Alfa Laval Extend spark sea change across dairy industry
Alfa Laval’s Extend is an easy-to-install add-on to heat exchangers that significantly lowers the build-up of bacteria in the equipment Alfa Laval has developed a piece of pioneering, industry-first technology that is set to revolutionise dairy processing by dramatically reducing water, chemical and energy use during pasteurisation, increasing uptime and[Read More…]
Fonterra announces electrification plans to future-proof operations
Fonterra aims to build enduring, cost-efficient assets while enhancing energy security across its manufacturing operations and ensuring a sustainable energy supply Fonterra is taking another significant step toward its climate goals and operational resilience with $150 million in investments in electrification projects across the North Island over the next 18 months.[Read More…]
Seafood leads global protein production growth: Rabobank Global Animal Protein Outlook 2025
The Rabobank report said aquaculture and wild catch are projected to grow by 2.3 per cent year-on-year, rebounding from a 0.3 per cent decline in 2024 In 2025, economic conditions, geopolitics, and supply availability will significantly influence global animal protein markets, according to RaboResearch’s Global Animal Protein Outlook. While demand remains[Read More…]
First Milk and Nestlé Waters announce partnership in Pembrokeshire
The four-year partnership will focus predominantly on the use of regenerative farming practices including rotational grazing of dairy herds Dairy co-operative First Milk and Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK have announced a joint project in Pembrokeshire that will work with up to 30 dairy farmers to reduce soil compaction[Read More…]
