US-based MycoTechnology says it is set to accelerate its growth plans in Europe after the European Commission granted Novel Food status to two of its mycelium-based plant proteins.... Read more
Combining cellular agriculture technology with diverse, locally available crops allows food producers the chance to provide âauthentic, next-generation meat alternatives on an industrial scaleâ, claims the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland.... Read more
From meatless burgers to Beanz Bowls and pasta sauces, The Kraft Heinz Company is entering multiple new categories with an expanded plant-based portfolio. Cristina Kenz, Chief Growth & Sustainability Officer, International, Kraft Heinz, explains why and how.... Read more
From Ukraine to neighbouring Romania and north-eastern Lithuania, interest in alternative proteins is on the up. Meet three new start-ups developing animal-free whole cuts, mycoprotein ingredients, and plant-based sashimi.... Read more
A new preclinical study concludes that cricket powder provides distinctive antioxidant properties in addition to excellent nutrition, making it an innovative tool to be used in both food and medical fields.... Read more
Why does bovine milk dominate the infant formula category, when plant-based is booming in adult nutrition? FoodNavigator speaks with lawyer Jessica Burt from Mills & Reeve, as well as brands Aptamil and Sprout Organic to discuss the plant-based potential in baby formula.... Read more
Two thirds (67%) of European consumers see plant-based dairy as complementary, not a substitute to dairy products, and âan opportunity to try something newâ (65%), new research from ofi shows.... Read more
Nutrition, health and bioscience company DSMâs business includes solutions it believes will help make the food system more sustainable across both human and animal nutrition. When we caught up with Elisabeth Hirschbichler, VP of Strategy, Innovation and Transformation, she explained this approach supports a âholistic food system transformationâ.... Read more
