Food Tech: Page 4


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    Q&A

    Shiru’s CEO discusses ‘revolutionary possibilities’ of its protein AI platform

    The startup’s database can help food manufacturers incorporate more functional ingredients into their products, Jasmin Hume says.

    By Jennifer Lawinski • Nov. 21, 2024
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    Bridge the gap: Optimizing the impact of advertising in a phygital world

    Discover how grocery brands are transforming the shopper journey with advertising that blends online and in-store experiences to build connections with omnichannel consumers.

    Nov. 18, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Food Dive

    The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

    By Food Dive staff
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    Exploring the freshest flavor trends for autumn

    As classic pumpkin spice reigns, bold new autumn flavors emerge, redefining fall’s seasonal delights.

    Nov. 18, 2024
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    Nourish Ingredients looks to enter Chinese market with Cabio partnership

    The companies’ first cross-continental collaboration is expected to be mutually beneficial as they seek to expand the reach of plant-based meat.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 12, 2024
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    Kerry Group acquires lactose testing technology

    The taste and nutrition giant said the LactoSens platform is used by food and beverage companies to check for the sugar naturally found in dairy products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 7, 2024
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    How General Mills found business value in generative AI

    The company drew on its experience developing machine learning solutions to manage the deployment of its MillsChat tool, according to Jaime Montemayor, chief digital and technology officer at General Mills.

    By Matt Ashare • Nov. 6, 2024
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    Better Meat’s drying process will increase demand for its fermented meat fungus, CEO says

    Paul Shapiro said his company’s ability to turn its mycelium into a powder will make it cheaper and easier to use. Its competitors sell frozen or refrigerated products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 6, 2024
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    Chunk Foods brings its plant-based whole cuts to US retailers

    CEO Amos Golan said the Israel-based company’s proprietary fermentation technique allows it to stand out in the struggling category.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 28, 2024
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    Burcon launches egg replacement amid ongoing bird flu outbreak

    The plant-based ingredient can replace as much as 100% of powdered and shelled eggs, while providing and provide manufacturers with cost savings of up to 30%.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 23, 2024
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    Whole Foods predicts the major food and beverage trends of 2025

    The mega grocer expects to see more niche and ethnic snacks, high protein foods and unique textures in the new year.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 21, 2024
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    Umiami Foods rebrands to Swap, launches in US market

    The French food tech company aims to increase demand for its plant-based product, marketed as a one-for-one substitute for traditional chicken.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 17, 2024
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    Meatable preps for Series C funding round, hires new CTO

    The cultivated meat startup is eyeing its next phase of growth with an invite-only January open-house including investors, government officials and strategic consultants.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 7, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Food colorings

    As consumers seek “Instagrammable” food products, food coloring agents are surging in growth.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Food companies have ‘bought the AI hype’ but some are unable to deliver: expert

    While optimism remains, the chief technology officer at IFS said manufacturers should hone in on what they need to solve with artificial intelligence.

    By Oct. 3, 2024
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    What to know about the FDA’s reorganization

    The new structure includes the creation of a unified Human Foods Program, the adoption of a new model for the FDA's field operations and will mean more inspections for CPGs, according to experts.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Top food and beverage events still to come in 2025

    The remainder of the year is filled with a variety of conferences showcasing the latest innovations in ingredients, manufacturing and more.

    By Elizabeth Flood , Updated June 30, 2025
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    Mondelēz expands generative AI marketing bets with new platform

    Publicis Groupe and Accenture support the offering focused on faster, more efficient production of personalized text, images and video.

    By Peter Adams • Sept. 27, 2024
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    DairyX makes breakthrough advancement in cow-free casein

    The Israeli start up developed a technology to create self-assembled micelles, also known as the primary building blocks of dairy products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 27, 2024
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    DSM Firmenich launches new ingredient in alignment with immunity goals

    The company’s dry vitamin A is easily integrated into food products through flour fortification.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 25, 2024
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    Food tech company Planted to launch ‘first of its kind’ fermented whole cut steak

    The plant-based meat is made with soy, rapeseed oil, beans, rice and a proprietary blend of microbial cultures. 

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 9, 2024
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    Are strawberries tasting worse? Tech platform says it can help fruit maintain quality

    New labels track the humidity and temperature of berries and can help producers maintain a fresher, sweeter fruit. 

    By Sept. 9, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Emulsifiers

    Suppliers and manufacturers aim to provide food and beverage companies with clean-label versions of the in-demand ingredient.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Nura expands ingredients business with 3 new products

    The company is focusing on consumer trends in healthy and sustainable eating to assist other firms interested in reformulating their products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 5, 2024
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    The traceability trifecta: Revolutionizing food systems for profit, planet and people

    Are you prepared for the new FDA traceability requirements for companies that manufacture, process or hold food products?

    Sept. 3, 2024
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    Buckwheat in your ice cream? Quinoa in your milk? Sustainable grains emerge as a star ingredient

    More companies are incorporating these ingredients into their products to enhance nutrition and sustainability.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 29, 2024