Food industry blamed for 60% overweight and obesity rate by 2050
The globe’s obesity problem is notching up another belt loop, with well over half of adults expected to be overweight by 2050. And the food industry has been called out as a sinner
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Vivici launches flagship precision-fermented animal-free dairy protein to the US market
Dutch ingredients start-up Vivici has announced the U.S. launch of its Vivitein BLG (beta-lactoglobulin) protein produced through precision fermentation.
Free trade over fear: Meat industry challenges cultivated meat bans
Meat industry groups are speaking against state bans of cultivated meat citing government interference on free trade and emphasizing food safety
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Lipid luminary: Environmentally conscious fats and oils take the spotlight under Checkerspot’s new CEO
Under John Krzywicki’s leadership, US-based biotech company Checkerspot will refine its focus on using microalgae and precision fermentation to develop sustainable high value triglyceride fats and oils not easily sourced from nature at commercially...
Low-cortisol diet: Is this the next big food trend?
The low-cortisol diet is quickly gaining popularity. But what is it and what opportunities does it create for food and beverage manufacturers?
GLP-1 support brand Supergut receives boost with new CEO and fresh funding
Supergut is setting sights on bold retail expansion with the help of fresh capital and new executive leadership with a track record for solving supply chain challenges
GLP-1 watch: What’s the latest in weight-loss drugs?
GLP-1 drugs could revolutionise the food industry
How much EUDR compliance will cost businesses – and consumers
A new report outlines the ways EUDR compliance will impact costs at company level and prices in store
Egg replacements are the next big space in alt proteins
Consumers' attitudes to eggs are shifting, with more seeking to cut down and replace the real thing with plant-based alternatives
Japan steps up rice flour, agrifood tech investment to access new business opportunities
The Japanese government will be pouring investments into rice flour and food tech, in an effort to create more new business opportunities at home and abroad.
Gluten-free in the spotlight under new Singapore pre-packaged food rules
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has introduced new pre-packaged food regulations, with a focus on gluten and improving the clarity of ingredient labelling.
Unilever India turns to small pack, Korean inspiration to survive ‘slowed’ consumer demand
Hindustan Unilever India (HUL) is hedging its bets on small retail packs and Korean Hallyu wave inspiration for its food business amid subdued FMCG demand in the country.
Cracking the ingredient source code: A new path to high-value fats and oils
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Biotechnology is helping to solve ingredient supply chain pain points to meet evolving consumer demand. John Krzywicki of Checkerspot highlights some key innovations.