Innovation
FoodYoung Labs acquires bee-free honey pioneer MeliBio
Swiss food innovation company FoodYoung Labs has acquired California-based MeliBio, the start-up behind what is claimed to be the world’s first animal-free honey, Mellody.
Planteneers unveils new methylcelluose-free texturizing blend
Plant-based ingredients specialist Planteneers has unveiled a new methylcelluose-free texturizing blend, responding to demand for cleaner label meat alternatives.
Grubby partners with Symplicity Foods on new recipes
British plant-based recipe kit brand Grubby has partnered with meat-free brand Symplicity Foods to introduce eight limited-edition dishes.
Novonesis unveils Vertera Velvet to ‘transform’ plant-based milk alternatives
Biotech company Novonesis has unveiled Vertera Velvet, an ingredient solution aiming to improve foam, texture and stability in plant-based beverages.
Laird Superfood expands functional product range with six new mushroom powders
US food and beverage brand Laird Superfood has expanded its range of functional products with the launch of six new organic mushroom powders.
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.
Forager Project introduces new dairy-free Greek-style yogurt with boosted protein
Organic dairy alternatives brand Forager Project has introduced a new Greek-style yogurt delivering 10g of protein per serving.
TurtleTree receives US FDA ‘No Questions’ letter for animal-free lactoferrin
TurtleTree has received a ‘No Questions’ letter from the US Food and Drug Administration, validating the safety of its precision-fermented lactoferrin ingredient for use in food.
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