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Zero-waste water purification system looks to unsettle bottled water industry
7 Nov 2022
The bottled water industry is facing stiff competition from a raft of startups looking to reduce water and plastic waste as demanded by today’s sustainable-conscious consumer.
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Singapore becomes first country to green-light carbon-captured protein
4 Nov 2022
Exciting times lie ahead for Solar Foods, as the Finnish-based startup announced its protein “made from air” has received regulatory approval from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA).
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Superfood shots: Nigerian startup creates ginger-based drinks to boost health
2 Nov 2022
Nigerian startup, Futurefood Tech makes ginger-based shots to boost health and wellbeing using all natural ingredients, herbs and spices such as black pepper, beetroot, and cayenne pepper that give a nutritional boost to the typically starch-heavy Nige...
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EU Commission confirms delay to hazardous chemical reforms
1 Nov 2022
The EU Commission confirmed plans to delay legislation reform that would protect consumers from hazardous chemicals, including those used in food, much to the dismay of health and environmental campaigners.
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Scarily good: Top food launches for Halloween 2022
31 Oct 2022
Second only to Christmas, Halloween continues to entice consumers into indulging in seasonal offerings that include confectionery, cakes, beverages, and even themed cheeses.
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Innovation in the cell-cultured meat sector
28 Oct 2022
As the number of animal-free meat consumers continues to grow, manufacturers are on the lookout for new, innovative, and sustainable ways to produce tasty alternatives to traditional meat. Eat Just and SuperMeat are just two companies disrupting the al...
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Using mycelium as a healthy and sustainable meat alternative
27 Oct 2022
Biomass fermentation uses mycelium, a fibrous protein-rich fungi which mimics the texture and nutritional profile of traditional meat. Quorn and Meati are just two manufacturers using this ingredient for their meat alternatives.
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Making coffee farming more sustainable
26 Oct 2022
Interest in a circular economy model is increasing among coffee players as calls for positive environmental action proliferate the supply chain.
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Editors’ choice: Our roundup of the most innovative global beverages
24 Oct 2022
From molecular coffee in the US to sparkling mood drinks in the UK, the global beverage industry is constantly evolving and elevating even the most mundane of drinking experiences.
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Red Bull’s ex-head of marketing shares strategies for social branding success [Interview]
21 Oct 2022
Ex-head of marketing at Red Bull Europe and current CEO of energy drink TENZING, Huib van Bockel, shares his top tips for cutting through the marketing noise and creating a socially relevant brand.
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The Changing Face of Immune Health: Opportunities for Innovation with Zinc Max
21 Oct 2022
Consumers now view immune health as a mark of wellbeing, creating a whitespace for innovation. Balchem®, the global supplier of Albion Minerals® and new Z-life™ Zinc Max shares powerful insights & solutions.
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Deloitte report outlines future challenges of plant-based meat sector
20 Oct 2022
After years of growth, positive press and some brave predictions, the alternative meat category is suffering from falling sales and consumer apathy, according to a recent report by Deloitte.
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