Fermentation investment outstrips plant-based for the first time
Europe’s fermentation sector has attracted more funding in H1 2024 than in the entirety of 2023, suggesting tailwinds for alternative protein innovation.
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Cultivated meat on a farm? Putting farmers at the centre of a new technology
Cultivated meat is often seen as anathema to traditional farming practices. But what if it can be produced on a farm, by farmers?
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GLP-1 demand drives need for satiating, low-calorie plant-based proteins, fibers
With the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, ingredient suppliers are developing science-backed, plant-based proteins and fibers to help consumers feel full while consuming fewer calories.
British dairy continues to consolidate as producer numbers slip
Around 6% of Britain’s dairy farmers have left the industry in the past year, according to AHDB data. What’s driving this – and is there a way around it?
Next Rung Technology shares tips for scaling alt-protein successfully: Focus on capital investments, personnel
Creating a successful alternative protein company is not just about developing an innovative ingredient or product, but it also is about scalability — from building the right size facility in budget to hiring the right personnel and meeting regulatory...
Tyson Foods rebounds with ‘focus on fundamentals,’ operational improvements & innovation in prepared food
Tyson Foods’ focus on fundamentals and “operational improvements,” including previously shuttering six US plants and laying off employees to improve margins, is paying off as the meat-packer reports its most profitable quarter in nearly two years.
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Scones the most searched for British treat overseas
Scones are the most searched for British treat by people overseas, according to research based on Google search data.
Responsible sourcing of high-risk commodities: The latest
From palm oil to soy, cocoa to coffee, some of the industry’s most used ingredients have strong links to deforestation. How can environmental violations best be eliminated from supply chains?
How bakers can capitalize on the plant-based trend
Audiences remain hungry for plant-based - providing brands tap into its three big and evolving trends.
GALLERY: The top 10 most read APAC food and beverage industry stories from July 2024
Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories from July 2024, including possible EUDR postponement, Vietnam alcohol and sugary drinks taxes, Ferrero in China and more.
AI vs humans: ProfilePrint diversifies into grading wet ingredients – seeks to assist, not replace staff
AI-powered food fingerprint platform ProfilePrint has emphasised its complementary role to humans in ensuring quality and safety as it expands its portfolio to include wet ingredients including oils and alcohol.
Flexibility and focus: China’s Three Squirrels opts to concentrate efforts on domestic expansion amid snacking boom
Chinese snacking heavyweight Three Squirrels says constant innovation is required to retain consumer interest, with the firm doubling-down on domestic growth ambitions in the country's buoyant sector.
No ‘shrinkflation’ surprises: South Korea mandates food firms to indicate portion reductions and sweetener usage on product labels
The South Korean government has announced new regulations mandating food and beverage firms to indicate portion size changes and any sweetener usage on their product labels.
“This is the year of innovation for China”: Danone to beef up infant formula, FSMP range
Danone is doubling down on its specialised nutrition offerings, including infant formula and Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) for China, a market which it said has delivered “stellar performance” for the first half of 2024.