Mosa Meat is scaling up its cultured beef production to industrial levels after co-founder Mark Post

The start-up has developed a fermentation process that closely mimics traditional cocoa fermentation, By utilising fava beans, a nitrogen fixing plant, Nukoko’s chocolate alternative produces up to 90% less The investment will enable Nukoko to build up its process to industrial scale production ahead of market

The Every Company has teamed up with Landish Foods, a US-based nutritional wellness brand, to launch

Finnish food experience company, Fazer, has introduced a new line of protein snacks powered by Solein, a novel ingredient produced through innovative fermentation processes. Under its Taste the Future initiative, Fazer has rolled out three limited-edition snacks: the Fazer Taste the Future Snack Bar with dark chocolate and hazelnuts, the Fazer Taste the Future Oat Snack Drink Choco, and the Fazer Taste the Future Protein Drink Banoffee. These products are designed not only to provide a protein boost but also to enhance their nutritional profiles with iron and vitamin B12, which are typically lacking in plant-based alternatives. Solein is produced by Solar Foods, a company that utilises a unique bioprocess involving a single microbe that ferments carbon dioxide and electricity to create a protein source that is independent of traditional agriculture. This method offers a sustainable alternative to conventional protein sources, addressing both environmental and ethical concerns. Solar Foods is currently pursuing novel food approval for Solein in the European Union, with expectations to receive this approval by 2026. The company has already begun commercialisation efforts in the US, targeting the health and performance nutrition market. The introduction of Solein-powered products in the US aligns with a broader trend of innovation in the food industry, particularly within the cellular agriculture sector. Juan-Manuel Benitez-Garcia, chief commercial officer of Solar Foods, noted the versatility of Solein, noting its ability to replace traditional animal- and plant-based proteins while maintaining a favourable nutritional profile. "These products demonstrate how Solein can be adapted to meet various consumer needs and preferences," he stated. Fazer's introduction of Solein-powered snacks comes at a time when the demand for sustainable food options is rapidly increasing. The company's approach reflects a growing interest in alternative protein sources that can mitigate the environmental impact of food production. Competitors in the space, such as KelpEat, are also exploring Solein as a base for high-protein snacks, indicating a burgeoning market for this innovative ingredient. Fazer's previous offerings, including the Taste the Future Snack Bar launched in Singapore, have set a precedent for the expansion of Solein-based products in Europe. The company aims to leverage consumer feedback from the Future Food-Tech event to refine these products further before a wider launch. Solein is distinguished by its comprehensive amino acid profile, containing all nine essential amino acids without the cholesterol or saturated fats typically found in animal proteins. Its production process is notably efficient, yielding a protein source with a significantly lower environmental footprint compared to traditional protein sources like soy, pea or whey.

Biomass fermentation start-up Superbrewed Food is entering into a manufacturing partnership with Döhler to scale-up the production of its postbiotic protein.

US biotech start-up Helaina has raised $45 million in a Series B funding round led by investment firm

Malaysian pharmaceutical company Duopharma Biotech has announced plans to invest up to $1 million into Products or ingredients produced by The Live Green Co are shown to produce up to 97% less greenhouse gas emissions, as well as have up to 60% lower energy demand and up to 99% lower blue water consumption

PoLoPo, a molecular farming start-up based in Israel, has increased its lab capacity to produce hundreds that can integrate seamlessly into current food processing lines and formulations. 🥔 Check out our 'Start-up spotlight' interview with PoLoPo here ! potential partners, supply larger quantities of samples, and we’re better able to assist them as they start The start-up’s first large batch of samples is earmarked for CSM Ingredients, a global specialist in

Dutch biotech start-up NoPalm Ingredients has closed a €5 million seed funding round led by venture capital

Differential Bio, a Munich-based biotechnology start-up, has emerged from stealth mode with the announcement The funding will support the development of its Virtual Scale-up Platform, designed to enhance the efficiency The start-up's Virtual Scale-up Platform integrates advanced microbiology, lab automation and artificial The biomanufacturing sector is poised for significant growth, with experts estimating that up to 60%

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Chicago-based biotech start-up Clever Carnivore has announced the successful closing of its $7 million The expansion will allow the company to scale up production into 500-litre bioreactors and add in test