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Hong Kong becomes the third market to allow sale of cultivated meat
Hong Kong has become the third global market to allow the sale of cultivated meat.
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Alternative protein innovation falls
Innovation in plant-based and cultivated meat has dropped, according to the latest patent data from Appleyard Lees.
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‘Foreign matter’ contamination risk causes product recall
Five varieties of The Happy Pear branded hummus have been recalled due to the possible presence of ‘foreign matter’.
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Oxford Farming Conference and MycoTechnology appointments
This week has seen the Oxford Farming Conference appoint three new board members and MycoTechnology unveil its new chairman.
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Rude Health acquired by fellow plant-based firm Oddlygood
UK plant-based drinks firm Rude Health has been acquired by Finnish business Oddlygood for an undisclosed fee.
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La Vie raises €25m after 149% UK retail growth
Plant-based startup La Vie has raised €25m from its recent funding round which was supported by a mix of new and old investors.
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The biggest food and drink trends of 2024 so far
What are the top trends that have been guiding the food and drink sector during 2024? Food Manufacture takes a closer look.
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Plant-based sales increased in Europe last year
New analysis of Circana data has revealed that plant-based product sales across six major European countries grew by 5.5% last year.
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Kids set to learn about the climate impact of food
Non-profit ProVeg UK has created a series of national curriculum adherent lessons aimed at educating primary school children about the environmental impact of the food they eat.
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Quorn names new CEO
Quorn Foods chief executive officer, Marco Bertacca, to hand the reins to former Heineken UK MD after five years at the helm.
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Retailers urged to set targets for plant-based sales
Three major eco-advocates have team up to develop a standardised way for retailers to compare their meat and plant-based protein sales, encouraging them to favour the latter.
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MicroLub secures £3.5m for fat replacement technology
Food ingredients company MicroLub has completed a successful £3.5m funding round to support the next stage of development for its fat and oil replacement technology.
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Infinite Roots secures €2.6m for whey upcycling project
Biotech firm Infinite Roots has secured €2.6m (£2.17m) of investment to support a new project to upcycle waste whey into feedstock for alternative proteins.
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1,000 health professionals call on NHS trusts to adopt plant-based menus
More than 1,000 health professionals have signed a letter calling on NHS hospital trusts to adopt plant-based menus.
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Vegan Food Group sells production facility acquired in Tofutown deal
The Vegan Food Group (VFG) has completed the sale of its Wiesbaum production facility in Germany to the New Originals Company.
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Myco partners with wholesaler Brakes, hires new technical manager
Plant-based manufacturer Myco has struck a new partnership with food wholesaler Brakes.
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Vegetarian Society unveils new trademarks
The Vegetarian Society has unveiled a fresh design for its Approved vegetarian and vegan trademarks.
UK creates first regulatory sandbox for cultivated meat
The UK Government is to create Europe’s first cultivated meat regulatory sandbox to improve the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) scientific knowledge.
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Meaty terms for vegetarian foods deemed legal in EU
EU member states are unable to stop food manufacturers from labelling vegetarian foods with ‘meaty’ names, according to a new ruling from the European Court of Justice (ECJ).
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Revo Foods unveils ‘world’s first’ to scale 3D printed protein factory
Revo Foods has unveiled the ‘world’s largest’ 3D printing facility to date, reportedly the first production site able to apply 3D food-printing technology on a large scale.
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Vegan Trademark marks 'fantastic milestone'
More than 70,000 products have been awarded the Vegan Trademark since its launch in 1990, the Vegan Society has announced.
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Quorn Foods owner suffers £63m pre-tax loss
Meat alternatives manufacturer Marlow Foods has published its results for the year ended 31 December 2023.
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5 F&B NPD launches
Health, costs and fakeaways continue to be a big hits among new product launches, as Food Manufacture rounds up the latest food and drink SKUs to hit UK retailers.
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Deliciously Ella acquired by Swiss food group
Plant-based food manufacturer Deliciously Ella has been acquired by the Hero Group for an undisclosed fee.
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EU bank loans €20m to fuel growth of plant-based manufacturer
Danish firm MATR Foods has signed a €20m loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to expand production of its plant-based meat-alternatives.
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As dairy production costs rise, industry urged to embrace alternatives
A new report has explored the opportunities for the dairy industry to tackle rising costs by investing in plant-based and fermentation-made dairy.
Short read
Vegan beer – trend or turnoff?
Although most beer is vegan, it’s not always necessarily a quality brewers write home about. Here we look at whether this is a trend worth shouting about and how the brewers are making it without animal-based ingredients.
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EIT Food launches pet food innovation challenge
EIT Food has launched an ‘Open Innovation Challenge’ to discover new ways of transforming agrifood byproducts into pet food, in partnership with Mars Petcare.
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Whole plant foods healthiest, while all plant-based foods produce fewer GHG emissions than meat, study finds
A new study by The Food Foundation has shown the clear environmental and health benefits of eating whole plant foods such as grains and beans.
New £38m alternative proteins research centre launched
A new £38m centre dedicated to developing planet-friendly alternative proteins has been launched by the University of Leads.
Long read
Emerging and growing trends in pet food
Food Manufacture explores the latest trends in pet food development and the driving forces behind consumer purchasing decisions when it comes to feeding the furrier members of their families.
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Dutch Lidl equalising cost of plant-based substitutes with animal products
Lidl has announced plans to permanently reduce the price of plant-based meat and dairy substitutes sold in the Netherlands.
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The Tofoo Co acquired by investment firm
UK plant-based manufacturer The Tofoo Co has been acquired by German investor Comitis Capital.
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NPD: Summer plant-based product launches
Food Manufacture rounds up the latest plant-based product launches from across the F&B industry.
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Burn risk: Tesco recalls plant-based product
Tesco has announced the recall of a plant-based burger product because it may pose a potential burn risk to consumers.
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US expansion: SHICKEN secures major listing with Costco
UK manufacturer SHICKEN has secured a major listing in the USA with retailer Costco.
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Climate change: Consumers can help cut emissions through food choices
New research has shown that the greenhouse gas emissions associated with global food supply chains could be reduced by 17% if consumers in affluent countries shift towards more plant-based diets.
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Adamo Foods raises extra £2m in advance of 'ultra-realistic' alternative steak launch
UK plant-based manufacturer Adamo Foods has just closed a $2.5m (£2m) seed round, co-led by Future Planet Capital and Joyful Ventures.
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Glebe Farm reveals 'exceptionally low carbon score' for oat drink
Glebe Farm Foods has claimed that its PureOaty Barista product has the lowest carbon footprint among oat drinks on the UK market.
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Redefine Meat expands its reach into the EU
Alternative proteins manufacturer Redefine Meat has expanded its reach into the EU market after securing listings with retailers across Europe.
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Pets Choice acquires vegan dog food manufacturer
Pets Choice has announced the acquisition of HOWND from Power Pet Brands.
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Myco expands HQ to enable 600% production increase, adds two senior hires
Plant-based manufacturer Myco Foods has expanded its manufacturing site in North Yorkshire.
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Seaweed packaging and zero waste kitchens: Ideas for sustainable supply chains
The food and drink industry is under pressure to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, meaning new ideas are needed.
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What’s next for alternative proteins after category consolidation?
Food Manufacture has taken a closer look at the current state of the alternative proteins category and asked stakeholders what comes next?
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THIS secures £20m in funding, Planet First Partners takes two seats on board
THIS has closed its Series C equity funding round after securing £20m in investment from Planet First Partners.
Food Manufacture Podcast
THIS co-founder: ‘My life’s work is about improving the lives of animals’
THIS co-founder Andy Shovel talks start-ups, plant-based and taking a step back in the May edition of the Food Manufacture podcast.
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French manufacturer submits UK cultivated meat application, targets 2025 approval
Vital Meat has submitted its novel foods dossier to regulatory bodies in the UK as it seeks approval for its cultivated meat products.
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Tate & Lyle sells stake in ingredients producer for $350m
Global F&B firm Tate & Lyle is set to sell its 49.7% stake in ingredients producer Primient.
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SHICKEN launches plant-based chicken range free from top 14 allergens
SHICKEN is launching a new plant-based chicken recipe that is free from the top 14 allergens.
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‘Huge variation’ in nutritional value of plant-based products
There is currently a “huge amount of variation” in the nutritional qualities of plant-based products on the UK market, a new study has found.