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SCIENCE
Scottish scientists to develop new carbon negative food source
A pioneering project led by University of Stirling scientists aims to develop a new carbon negative food source. If the trial is successful, it could be replicated worldwide, creating thousands of jobs and a food source that can contribute to tackling climate change.  ... Read more
Unleashing sustainable food science: A catalyst for innovation and collaboration
As we navigate the complex challenges of our global food system, the imperative to innovate sustainably has never been more pressing. This World Food Day Katy Askew, MD at IFIS Publishing, suggests knowledge-sharing and collaboration are key to accelerating the pace of food system transformation.... Read more
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MARKET TRENDS
‘It is crucial for consumer acceptance’: Replacing animal fats in plant-based food
While with any food, ‘taste is king,’ texture is also extremely important, especially in products aiming to mimic meat. For optimal texture, many manufacturers argue, animal fats, which contribute significantly to the texture of real meat, must be replicated for plant-based meat.... Read more
 NPD Trend Tracker: From hydration tablets to plant-based ham
This week we have new releases from Leon Grocery, Heura and Crosta and Mollica, as well as a new gin from Elephant Gin, a new menu from Zizzi, and a new listing for effervescent start-up Phizz.... See more
‘Either they go bankrupt, or they need to adapt’: The investment landscape of food tech in 2023
At Rethink Events’ Future Food Tech Summit in London last month, investors discussed the challenges of the past, present and future of food tech investment... Read more
UPCOMING SUPPLIER WEBINARS
Avoid the Greenwashing Trap: How Food Companies Can Build Trust and Transparency in Regenerative Agriculture
As part of this webinar, we will discuss how to support regenerative agriculture practices with soil health, land management and biodiversity.
30-Oct-2023
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Optimizing Purifications
Optimizing Purifications: a global approach – from design to operation of industrial systems - to drastically reduce energy, water and reagents consumptions and ultimately carbon footprint.
11-Oct-2023
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Climate Smart Consumption
Shoppers often say they want ‘greener’ food and drink, but don’t always act with sustainability front-of-mind. Addressing barriers to climate smart consumption will be key to achieving food system transformation. Consumer demand is also a crucial piece of the food tech puzzle, with pioneers banking...
21-Sep-2023
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Climate Smart Production
Feeding growing populations within planetary boundaries means producing more, with less. How can food and beverage makers increase output with fewer natural resources? From making the switch to ‘green’ energy to implementing water saving strategies and rethinking packaging design, we analyse the initiatives decarbonising production.
20-Sep-2023
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Climate Smart Sourcing
Ingredients are a major contributor to FMCGs’ carbon footprints, making sourcing practices crucial to meeting carbon reduction deadlines. But cultivation is not the only consideration: global supply chains are increasingly plagued by disruption and have long been linked to human rights violations. How can sustainability...
19-Sep-2023
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Next-Gen Solutions: Unveiling the future of Dairy Alternatives
What are the key trends driving consumption in this segment right now? And how can manufacturers respond with new concepts that hit the sweet spot for consumers - in terms of taste, texture and health (of both people and planet)?
12-Sep-2023
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BUSINESS
From recombinant proteins to clean-label formulations: Patent filings and product innovation in cheese alternatives
DairyReporter chats with Emily Nytko-Lutz of intellectual property law firm Reddie & Grose to discuss the latest patent filings by non-dairy cheese companies and what product makers should focus on to elevate functionality and clean up product labels.... Read more
Why manufacturers shouldn’t overlook the visual element when aiming to enhance the inclusivity of their products
Pringles has just announced that new technology will be added to cans to make them more accessible to blind and partially sighted people. Other brands are being encouraged to follow suit.... Read more
‘Solar electricity generation does indeed contribute towards keeping farming profitable’: Solar panels on farmland in a cost-of-living crisis
As the importance of the transition to green energy becomes clearer, many farmers see the financial benefits of leasing land to solar farms to provide a reliable stream of income, FoodNavigator hears.... Read more
A brutally competitive arena: How to win in personalised nutrition
The personalised nutrition market has seen a huge number of new players entering the field in recent years but this year has been 'brutal' in terms of closures, so what do innovators need to do to win in this category?... Read more
A must have for any baker’s basket: Dawn Foods develops market-first vegan-certified sponge cake mix
The Netherlands-headquartered bakery manufacturer has launched a vegan sponge cake mix to help bakers capitalise on the trend that has witness rapid growth over recent years.... Read more
Coca-Cola opens new canning line at UK manufacturing site
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has officially opened a new canning line at its facility in Sidcup, London.... Read more
French food tech firm Umiami raises €32.5 million to speed up distribution in Europe
French plant-based whole-cut chicken producer Umiami has secured a further €32.5 million Series A funding, bringing its total raised to date to over €100 million.... Read more
‘This stuff is so abundant’: The benefits of using side streams in food production
Using side streams in food production has a wide range of benefits. They can help cut down on the environmental impact of operations. They are neglected but often highly nutritious. Lastly, because of the breadth of food companies who have side streams, there is also a breadth of choice for companies using them.... Read more
How visual AI can improve operations in retail convenience
Visual artificial intelligence's role in retail offers a potential solution to streamlining operations in real time, according to Doug New, chief information officer, Nouria Energy and Dr. Bruce Porter, chief science officer, Spark Cognition, who shared their insights on the potential impact of visual AI on existing surveillance systems during the National Association for Convenience Stores (NACS) Oct. 3-6 in Atlanta, Ga.... Read more
McDonald's and FrieslandCampina team up to slash GHG emissions in dairy sector
McDonald's and FrieslandCampina announce a new collaborative effort aimed at an accelerated reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on dairy farms.... Read more
'What we do is not artificial': The Michelin-trained chef hoping to revamp the plant-based category
Emma Bowe, who has worked alongside Heston Blumenthal and cooked for royalty and prime ministers, told FoodNavigator how she brings forth her experience in the culinary world to create her brand.... Read more
Sustainable grocer ditches glass for returnable plastic milk bottles
British online grocer Abel & Cole says it has created the UK’s first environmentally-friendly refillable plastic milk bottle in order to reduce carbon emissions from logistics.... Read more
Small-holder cocoa farmers fear climate change, making a living, new survey highlights
Five million, mainly small-scale farmers produce 75% of the world’s cocoa, and earning a living income has become the key objective for the cocoa sector. Still, despite various initiatives, it hasn’t changed core business practices so far. According to Solidaridad, an international civil society organization, paying a higher price to small-scale farmers, who produce the majority of cocoa, and improving procurement practices are critical if the living income gap is to be closed.... Read more
COP28’s food system focus eagerly anticipated by experts
Long ignored in global climate negotiations, food systems have been made a top priority at COP28 beginning on November 30 in Dubai.... Read more
Holland & Barrett pulls 31 CBD products from shelves in response to FSA guidance
Holland & Barrett has temporarily removed 31 CBD products from shelves after new guidance from UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) which slashed recommended daily recommendations, leading industry to pull together to fight for survival.... Read more
Precision fermentation dairy: Bon Vivant eyes cow-free dairy protein scale-up after raising $15.9m
The French biotech company reportedly closed an ‘oversubscribed’ round of equity financing that would enable the firm to ramp up the production of dairy-identical proteins.... Read more
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