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Bactolife's Helm Binding Proteins, a new class of gut health ingredient, have debuted in the US through the Gutgevity supplement from partner Healthgevity.

A €20 million industrial-scale precision fermentation facility has opened in Clermont-Ferrand, France, to help startups scale sustainable food ingredients

California has created the first state-level voluntary certification label for non-ultraprocessed foods, overseen by the Department of Public Health.

The European Food Safety Authority has deemed CBD safe for adults over 25, a major step for over 100 pending applications.

Cremer Group's FermBase platform has launched a standardized trace element blend for yeast fermentation, designed to simplify scaling for startups

Brazil's National Treasury has included alternative proteins as a core sector in a major public funding auction, earmarking up to R$2.5 billion in

Nearly half of consumers worldwide snack in the evening, creating a major market where brands must balance indulgence with health and portion control to

Once Upon a Farm CEO John Foraker outlined a strategy to reach $1 billion in revenue, focusing on household penetration, cooler placement, and category

Chilean food tech firm NotCo has sold its Brazilian business to investment group Ferrara and reportedly closed its Mexican operations as it pivots from

Burger King has introduced a first-of-its-kind plant-based crispy chicken burger and wrap across Austria, expanding its vegan menu in partnership with The

Zespri secured EU approval for a health claim on green kiwifruit in 2025, stating that eating two fruits daily aids normal bowel function.

Redefine Meat has expanded its UK retail footprint to 755 stores after launching its 3D-printed plant-based burgers and lamb kofta mix in 391 Tesco

OMG Group has raised A$1.5 million via a share placement, anchored by a A$350,000 investment from its future oat milk manufacturer, Slades Beverages.

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a simple freeze-structuring technique using whole legumes, water, and a freezer to create gels with a meat-like

Chilean manufacturer Carozzi selected four startups, including a cocoa-free ingredient maker, for pilot projects in its production facilities from 183

Material firm von Holzhausen unveils a performance foam made entirely from plants, targeting petroleum-based midsoles in footwear.

BioCraft Pet Nutrition CEO Shannon Falconer discusses the company's safety dossier, regulatory pathway with the FDA, and the challenges of achieving cost

Medici Brands, owner of David Protein, has raised $250 million at a $2.25 billion valuation. The funding will support new brands like HallPass candy and Rowdy chips, all use the low-calorie fat ingredient EPG.

OMG Group has raised A$1.5 million to fund the launch of three new protein oat milk flavours at Woolworths in late 2026, supported by a manufacturing

The Global Food Tech Awards APAC heat is open for early-stage startups to showcase transformative food technology.

A Boston Consulting Group survey finds people taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic plan to spend significantly more on protein and fibre foods and supplements

PepsiCo is running multiple regional programs to address the aging global farming population, citing business and food security risks.

Spanish startup MOA Foodtech has secured $3.8 million in funding to expand production and distribution of its AI-developed, food waste-fermented components.

Orchard Robotics uses AI cameras on farm vehicles to scan orchards. The data on fruit counts, health, and yield helps growers save labor and inputs.

A new report finds the world's top 50 non-alcoholic drink brands are worth $170.4 billion. As inflation eases, competition is moving from price hikes to innovation, health credentials, and portfolio diversification.

A new report warns that major US food companies' pledges to remove synthetic dyes could increase demand for natural alternatives by 400-500%, far outstripping supply.

Belgian startup Paleo has raised €2 million to advance regulatory filings in North America for its animal-free myoglobin protein, produced via precision

A new study finds bans on buying soda with SNAP benefits led to a 12% drop in sugary drink purchases, with no evidence recipients switched to spending

Consumer demand for functional beverages is shifting from generic wellness claims to specific, outcome-driven benefits like cognitive support, calm

Food companies using the sweetener allulose face class action lawsuits over zero-sugar labels. The FDA stated allulose falls under the legal definition of sugar, reviving a case against Chobani and sparking new suits against Liquid Death and David protein bars.

European alternative protein startups raised €236M in H1 2026, a 56% increase year-on-year, led by fermentation firms.

New tariffs of up to 50% on $27.6 billion in goods between the U.S. And Canada, effective September 8, are set to disrupt the deeply integrated North American packaging supply chain. Industry groups warn the duties on materials like pulp, paper, aluminum, and steel will raise costs and create uncertainty for manufacturers and consumers.

Oatly has launched new oat milk cartons in Sweden highlighting that 89% of people globally want stronger government climate action, a statistic from a 2024

The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has begun enforcing strict limits on 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) in packaging.