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Gutzy Organic introduces prebiotic plant protein smoothie pouches
Gutzy Organic introduces prebiotic plant protein smoothie pouches

US gut-friendly brand Gutzy Organic has introduced two new prebiotic plant protein smoothie pouches in Tropical Mango and Cherry Berry Acai flavours.

New products
New guide aims to tackle misconceptions about ultra-processed plant-based meat alternatives
New guide aims to tackle misconceptions about ultra-processed plant-based meat alternatives

A new guide, published by the Good Food Institute and the Physicians Association for Nutrition, aims to tackle misconceptions about ultra-processed foods and clarify the role of plant-based meat in healthy, sustainable diets.

Plant-based meat
Research study unlocks new functional F&B potential through Xampla’s microencapsulation technology
Research study unlocks new functional F&B potential through Xampla’s microencapsulation technology

A new peer-reviewed study has shown how bio-based materials start-up Xampla’s novel plant protein microcapsules protect fat-soluble active ingredients through simulated digestion, through to the intestinal phase.

Research & development
Heura secures €20m EIB loan to support the development of healthy plant-based foods
Heura secures €20m EIB loan to support the development of healthy plant-based foods

Spanish plant-based start-up Heura Foods has secured a €20 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB).

Funding & investments
Danone to buy majority stake in plant-based nutrition brand Kate Farms
Danone to buy majority stake in plant-based nutrition brand Kate Farms

Danone has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Kate Farms, a US plant-based and organic nutrition brand, for an undisclosed sum.

Mergers & Acquisitions
Oat Shaker rolls out snackable gut-friendly drinks
Oat Shaker rolls out snackable gut-friendly drinks

Oat Shaker, a new oat and fruit-based bottled snack, has launched in Sainsbury’s stores across the UK.

New products
Gosh launches Veg Bites snack packs to address demand for healthier on-the-go options
Gosh launches Veg Bites snack packs to address demand for healthier on-the-go options

UK plant-based food brand, Gosh, has introduced its new Veg Bites snack packs, aimed at capturing the growing market for healthier snacking alternatives.

New products
Unconform introduces functional vegan RTD cold brew coffee range
Unconform introduces functional vegan RTD cold brew coffee range

UK functional beverage brand Unconform is introducing three new vegan RTD cold brew coffee drinks, containing functional ingredients for wellness benefits.

New products
Something to chew on: Functional gummies fuel plant-based innovation
Something to chew on: Functional gummies fuel plant-based innovation

Functional gummies offer a quick and enjoyable way for consumers to meet their wellness goals, and demand for vegan variants is on the rise.

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