Cell-based meat gains financial support globally, Oghma reports
A report by Oghma Partners has found that the cell-based meat sector has seen an explosion in interest and deal activity.
Better Bite Ventures backs three APAC food-tech start-ups
Better Bite Ventures has announced investments in three APAC food-tech startups as part of its early-stage ‘First Bite’ initiative.
Moolec Science raises $30m to produce more animal proteins via plants
bio-tech start-up Moolec has announced a $30 million raise in cash and in-kind contributions from strategic investors via convertible notes.
Cultzyme opens investment round for intelligent bioreactor development
Bioprocessing solution provider Cultzyme has opened an investment for the development and commercialisation of its intelligent bioreactors.
South Korean food giant to invest KRW 10bn in food-tech start-ups
South Korean food giant Nongshim has announced that it is investing KRW 10bn in food-tech venture funds, particularly cell-based meat.
Italian government U-turns on cell-based meat ban
After voting to ban the production and sale of cell-based meat, the Italian government has withdrawn its notification of the proposed bill.
World's largest alternative protein expert network launched
BGP has launched the ‘Alternative Protein Expert Network,’ designed to fortify the plant-based, fermentation and cultivated protein sectors.
Catalonia invests €7m in alt-protein research
The Catalan government has invested €7 million in a research centre to help companies develop sustainable ways of making meat.
Agronomics announces BlueNalu Series B, extends strategic partnerships
US-based cell ag company BlueNalu has raised $33.5 million from new and existing investors in a Series B financing round.
At One Ventures launches $375m climate tech fund
Climate tech venture capital firm At One Ventures has announced the close of a $375 million fund for start-ups focusing on planetary health.
Newform Foods partners with Mane to improve taste, texture and affordability of cell-based meat
Newform Foods – formerly Mzansi Meat – partners with Mane to improve taste, texture and affordability of cell-based meat.
UK to fast-track approval of cell-based meat with Israel deal
The Telegraph has reported that the UK government is working to fast-track regulatory approval for cell-based meat to boost food security.
Twig announces £3m in funding to create new bioengineering powerhouse in the UK
Twig announces £3m in funding, to create new bioengineering powerhouse in the UK.
EIT Food awards €1.8m to research teams to commercialise cell-based meat
Three companies have received a total of €1.8m from EIT Food to develop products to reduce the cost of producing cell-based meat.
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