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Chickpea protein company InnovoPro secures $15M to boost production
The funding round will increase supply of the company's 70% protein concentrate, as well as form business development and marketing joint ventures.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 30, 2020 -
Opinion
#Consciouscapitalism: The new imperative for food and beverage manufacturers
To feed the world and sustain their own future, manufacturers need to change their mindsets, adopt methods to enhance nutrition, boost health and be kinder to the planet, writes Roy Henderson of Green Cell Technologies.
By Roy Henderson • April 29, 2020 -
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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.
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NRCS Oregon. (2015). "Cover Crops on Dryland Wheat? Challenge Accepted." [photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Consumers still care about sustainability amid pandemic, report finds
Nearly half of consumers surveyed say the outbreak has made them more concerned about the environment, according to consulting firm Kearney.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 24, 2020 -
OpinionHow COVID-19 brought plastics back from the dead
For years, food companies were moving away from disposable packaging to help the environment. Tom Newmaster of FORCEpkg writes about how the pandemic is reminding everyone why they were used in the first place.
By Tom Newmaster • April 23, 2020 -
Coronavirus spread to West African countries could hurt cocoa output
The epidemic is the latest challenge for an industry already plagued by overproduction, low farm incomes, child labor issues and climate change.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 23, 2020 -
Scientists discover enzyme that breaks down PET plastic in a few hours
The packaging material is popular for its ability to keep products fresh, endure temperature changes and its low cost. Only about 12% to 14% of it is recycled.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 13, 2020 -
Nestlé expands blockchain to Swedish coffee brand Zoégas
Companies have been increasing their use of the sourcing technology as consumers look for more transparency about the food and beverages they purchase.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 9, 2020 -
Opinion
Seafood farming is finally making much-needed strides
As the Earth's supply of wild fish decreases, Nik Sachlikidis with Caribbean Sustainable Fisheries said aquaculture will play a bigger role in feeding consumers and addressing sustainability.
By Nik Sachlikidis • March 27, 2020 -
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Nature's Fynd raises $80M for alternative protein
Formerly known as Sustainable Bioproducts, the company makes food using a protein found living in harsh conditions in Yellowstone National Park.
By Megan Poinski • March 24, 2020 -
Corbion shifts focus to natural food preservation and lactic acid
The Dutch food and biochemicals firm also said its growth plans include prioritizing sustainability and on-trend ingredients such as algae.
By Cathy Siegner • March 12, 2020 -
Opinion
What's your beef? How bacteria could save dairies
For the dairy industry, gut health represents a real and valuable unique selling point, writes British copywriter Jonathan A. Finch.
By Jonathan A. Finch • March 12, 2020 -
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Why food titans invested $200M to form plant-based platform LiveKindly
The company, which has used the funding to acquire two manufacturers, invest in a pea protein firm and buy a website, is currently eyeing the chicken space.
By Megan Poinski • March 11, 2020 -
Judge rules against petition to end organic certification for hydroponic farming
The Center for Food Safety, several organic producers and compliance agencies are looking at their legal options to continue their fight to require these crops to be planted in soil.
By Megan Poinski • Updated March 26, 2021 -
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Why Bumble Bee is partnering with plant-based Good Catch Foods
The legacy tuna producer may see this agreement to use its sales, delivery and logistics expertise to help the alternative seafood company as an opportunity for redemption.
By Megan Poinski • March 3, 2020 -
Courtesy of Horizon Organic
Horizon Organic commits to a carbon-positive supply chain by 2025
The company, which is part of Danone North America, said in a release it would be the first national dairy brand to achieve this status.
By Cathy Siegner • March 3, 2020 -
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PepsiCo tests recyclable rings made from molded pulp
The soda and snacks giant said the trial of the new material in Sacramento for a month will replace plastic that is typically used on the company's 7.5-ounce six-packs of Pepsi and Sierra Mist.
By Cathy Siegner • March 2, 2020 -
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Don't have a cow: How NadaMoo has shaped non-dairy desserts
As the Texas company turns 15, the coconut-based ice cream brand is doubling down on sustainability and growth — and continuing its crusade to save the world.
By Megan Poinski • March 2, 2020 -
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Rebbl switches to 100% recycled and recyclable plastic bottles
The maker of organic plant-based beverages said its new Green Packaging Initiative conserves resources and reduces materials going to landfills.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 28, 2020 -
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BlueNalu nets $20M to produce cell-based fish for a test market in 2021
The San Diego-based company received money both from investors and strategic partners, and is getting prepared for eventual large-scale production.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 27, 2020 -
Rainforest Alliance strengthens its cocoa certification program
The group said the changes will address challenges within the sector, including farmer livelihoods, child labor and deforestation.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 24, 2020 -
Syngenta's purple tomato with umami taste wins innovation award
The new variety, which the Swiss seed and agrochemical firm developed through a natural selection breeding program, is said to have a high vitamin, mineral and antioxidant content and a savory flavor.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 20, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Farm to pint: How Anheuser-Busch cultivates its ingredients amid a changing climate and consumer
In addition to stringent farming protocols, the company is investing millions to find the next rice, hops and barley varieties that can be grown using less water or are more resilient to diseases.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 20, 2020 -
Silk puts plant-based first in RTD coffee launch
The Danone-owned brand's new drink emphasizes oat and almond milk, but offers few details about the source or roast of the beans.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 19, 2020 -
Opinion
Valentine's Day reminder: Together we can end child labor in cocoa
The chocolate industry wants to see children in school, not on farms. The efforts to change have had mixed results and a new approach is needed, writes World Cocoa Foundation's Richard Scobey.
By Richard Scobey • Feb. 14, 2020 -
Why McCormick is setting 'audacious' sustainability goals
By 2025, the spice company plans to reduce its emissions, solid waste and carbon footprint while sustainably sourcing its top five ingredients.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 13, 2020
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