Published: Aug 09, 2022

Addressing the robust demand for alternative plant-based protein ingredients, agri-food titan ADM and food-tech player Benson Hill have entered a long-term strategic partnership to scale new soy ingredients.

Published: Jul 29, 2022

This week in industry news, Emmi revealed it is selling its 25% stake in Italian cheese specialist Ambrosi, while Nestlé is investing US$340 million in a new Nescafé coffee factory in Mexico.

Published: Jul 19, 2022

Sugar reduction continues to claim its spot as one of the most significant trends in the food sector, with industry players such as Cargill and Sweegen exploring how to reduce and eliminate sugar without sacrificing taste.

Published: Jul 19, 2022

Grain Processing Corporation (GPC) has introduced Fybrin, a corn-based resistant starch, low on calories, that can be used in formulations to achieve high fiber claims.

Published: Jun 24, 2022

In industry news this week, Veganz and Fraunhofer partnered to cultivate peas for alt-meat products, Growthwell Foods and Country Farms Group entered a partnership to expand the Happiee! brand into Malaysia and CTRL launched Meal On-The-Go Bars.

Published: Jun 20, 2022

Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has unveiled a new eco-centric chocolate, CO2COA, in a partnership with animal-free dairy protein innovator Perfect Day.

Published: Jun 20, 2022

In industry news last week, Tetra Pak unveiled its plans to collaborate with Mycorena to build a greenfield production facility for fungi fermentation. Meanwhile, Barry Callebaut expanded its reach into Latin America, and Veganz Group opened a new product

Published: Jun 10, 2022

In industry news this week, Lesaffre is bolstering its presence in Brazil by constructing a new yeast plant forecast to be complete in 2024, while ProVeg Incubator opened applications for cohorts of alternative protein start-ups.

Published: May 31, 2022

Scientists at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands are urgently studying viable options to initiate a “protein transition” that will reduce the competition between humans and animals for food and usher in sustainable production on a m

Published: May 31, 2022

Scientists at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands are urgently studying viable options to initiate a “protein transition” that will reduce the competition between humans and animals for food and usher in sustainable production on a m

Published: May 31, 2022

Joywell Foods, a developer of sweet proteins through the microbial fermentation of plant-derived sweet proteins, has raised US$25 million series B funding round, which includes the Kirin Health Innovation Fund among its investors.

Published: May 09, 2022

In response to robust consumer demand for label-friendly ingredients, Cargill has expanded its processing capabilities of its sweetener plant in Cikande, Indonesia, to “more than double” the company’s production capacity for organic, non-GMO tapioca syrup

Published: May 09, 2022

In industry news last week, Firmenich gained majority ownership of ArtSci Biology Technologies to grow Chinese market capabilities, while Darling Ingredients agreed to acquire Brazil’s FASA Group.

Published: Apr 29, 2022

Mars is planning a two-year collaboration with Pipa, an artificial intelligence food research company, to bring health advancements to food and accelerate the discovery of novel, plant-based ingredients.

Published: Apr 29, 2022

In industry news this week, Heinz unveiled its Dip & Crunch sauce range for burgers, BettaF!sh launched plant-based TU-NAH Spreads and Hippeas expanded its business into the Netherlands.

Published: Apr 15, 2022

Ingredient solutions provider Solina has developed Nextera from pea and wheat proteins to deliver on the right balance of color and flavor for vegan tuna, coined “sensorially optimized protein food.”

Published: Apr 15, 2022

In NPD news this week, Boost and Cinnabon partnered to create Boost High Protein Cinnabon while the Smart Baking Company launched the chocolate chip protein Smartcookie.

Published: Mar 29, 2022

In response to the growing number of gluten-intolerance diagnoses, Lantmännen Biorefineries has launched its gluten-free wheat starch from autumn wheat harvested in Sweden.

Published: Mar 29, 2022

In response to the growing number of gluten-intolerance diagnoses, Lantmännen Biorefineries has launched its gluten-free wheat starch from autumn wheat harvested in Sweden.

Published: Mar 18, 2022

Bonsucro partnered with a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company to improve sustainable sugarcane supply chains in Pakistan. Meanwhile, Cargill received a nod for animal welfare and UAE-based MAF pledged to use cage-free eggs in Carrefour stores across