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ICRISAT releases first-ever biofortified pearl millet for Zimbabwe and the ESA region

ICRISAT has released the first biofortified pearl millet varieties for Zimbabwe and the Eastern and Southern Africa region, combining high iron and zinc content with strong yields and climate resilience to improve nutrition, food security and livelihoods for smallholder farmers

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GNT unveils ‘Gather Together’ colour trends as consumers seek connection through food and drink

New research shows how bold, plant-based colours can help brands create more social, expressive products as consumers look for comfort, culture and shared experiences

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Why we should move from confusion to clarity in the UPF debate

Few nutrition topics have stirred as much debate — and confusion — as “ultra-processed foods,” prompting a call to move from buzzwords to science-backed clarity in how we define, regulate and reformulate what’s on our plates, reports Karsten Smet, CEO of ACI Group

TDC adopts AKA Foods’ AI-ready R&D platform in multi-year deal to accelerate food innovation

Africa-based ingredients leader Technology Driven Concepts becomes one of the first companies to formalise a long-term AI strategy for product development, adopting AKA Studio to enhance customer responsiveness, innovation and data-driven decision-making

Arla’s Lacprodan MFGM-10 secures regulatory approval in Brazil for food and beverage use

Brazil’s MAPA has approved Lacprodan MFGM-10 for use in foods and beverages containing whey protein, marking a key step in Arla Foods Ingredients’ expansion into the Brazilian market

Can food really mimic Ozempic? This brand says that it can

New analysis from Ben’s Natural Health highlights the whole-food ingredients that most effectively boost natural GLP-1 production, offering manufacturers early insight into a fast-emerging functional nutrition opportunity

AKA Foods raises $17.2m to launch secure AI platform for food innovation in the Netherlands

The company has secured $17.2m seed funding to launch AKA Studio, a secure AI system that accelerates and optimises food product development by combining sensory research, R&D data and AI-driven insights

Syensqo to showcase new nature-inspired food and pet nutrition solutions at FI Europe 2025

The company will mark its entry into the pet food nutrition market with natural flavour and preservation solutions, expanding beyond its consumer Food & Beverages focus

GELITA showcases next-generation collagen innovation at Fi Europe 2025

At Fi Europe 2025 in Paris, GELITA will invite visitors to “Be Active!” and explore cutting-edge collagen solutions such as OPTIBAR protein bar innovation and Bioactive Collagen Peptides

How California Prunes are proving to be a powerful ally to a GLP-1 diet

Prunes are being praised as the ideal ally for consumers using weight loss drugs thanks to their nutrient-dense profile and natural fibre

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Prinova to debut functional Inner Power beverage range at Fi Europe 2025

At Fi Europe, Prinova will showcase its new Inner Power ready-to-drink concepts inspired by leading consumer health trends in beauty, gut health and cognitive wellbeing

Renaissance BioScience named one of Canada’s top food technology companies

Global yeast technology leader selected to Canadian Food Innovation Network’s inaugural Foodtech Frontier Award as a Rising Star in food technology development

Fibre and plant proteins: the future of UK food manufacturing?

Most UK consumers are unaware of how much fibre they eat daily, yet research shows fibre plays a crucial role in improving public health and building a more sustainable food system

Prinova to showcase multi-layer high-protein snack innovations at SupplySide Global 2025

Prinova will debut Skinny Bites and Longevi Spheres at SupplySide Global, highlighting how ingredient science and creative partnerships can deliver multi-textured, benefit-driven nutrition experiences

Arjuna Natural expands into functional foods and beverages with the launch of Shoden-R at SupplySide Global

Standardised to 35% withanolide glycosides, Shoden-R offers one of the most bioavailable and long-lasting forms of ashwagandha, marking Arjuna Natural’s entry into the food and drink sector

Arla to debut new protein snack at SupplySide Global in Las Vegas

The company will showcase its new bite-sized protein snack alongside a protein soda and whey protein isolate shake at booth #6425

Fi Europe reveals its 2025 content programme

The expanded programme features industry leaders, academics and analysts from organisations including Innova Market Insights, Mintel, Kline & Company, Good Food Institute Europe and the Everest Group

BASF completes sale of food and health performance ingredients unit to Louis Dreyfus Company

The deal transfers 300 employees, a German production site and global application labs to LDC, expanding its plant-based ingredients portfolio whilst BASF sharpens its nutrition focus

Study highlights five key gaps in national dietary guidelines ahead of COP30

A ProVeg–sponsored study finds most national food-based dietary guidelines still prioritise animal-sourced foods whilst overlooking plant-based alternatives

Dried fish: a hidden superfood helping to feed millions in Africa

A new study from the University of Lancaster shows dried fish is an overlooked yet vital nutrient-packed superfood helping to feed millions of people across Africa

Most nutrition professionals in Spain and Portugal support plant-based dairy alternatives in a healthy diet

New survey reveals broad professional support: 88% of nutrition professionals in Spain and 93% in Portugal agree that PBDAs can be part of a healthy diet

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Nutriearth welcomes EFSA’s positive safety opinion on its food oil

Nutriearth statement on the positive safety opinion of the European Food Safety Authority Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) on Nutriearth’s Food-oil

Faravelli to showcase innovation and functional expertise at Fi Europe 2025

Faravelli showcases advanced functional ingredients at Fi Europe 2025, including new FARA® Functional Gummies and a Monk Fruit gummy preview. Deltapharma completes the...

Countdown to Food Matters Live Ascot 2025

The cornerstone of the UK food innovation calendar returns in just three weeks | Ascot Racecourse, 8–9 October 2025

Food Matters Live returns this October with industry-leading insights on functional nutrition and gut health

Food Matters Live opens its doors on 8–9 October and includes two days of expert talks, innovation showcases and NPD discovery sessions tackling trends from gut health...

Nu-BAKE from RIBUS provides a clean label path as regulations tighten and consumer demand grows

As new food labelling laws take effect, there is rising demand on manufacturers to simplify ingredient lists

Food Matters Live returns to Ascot this autumn

Food Matters Live will return to Ascot on the 8th – 9th October, and will once again prove itself to be the most targeted event dedicated to the food, drinks, and...

Innophos launches clean-label whitening alternative to titanium dioxide

This launch follows FDA's recent approval of calcium phosphate as a colour additive in select foods, marking a significant regulatory milestone for food manufacturers

Industry multiplies impact for successful and sustainable businesses

More than 1200 business leaders from the food, feed and sustainable mobility and materials sectors gathered at Bühler’s headquarters in Uzwil, Switzerland, to address...

The Institute of Food Technologists announce that registration is now open for IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo

Registration is now open for IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo, which is being held July 13-16, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago

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FARA Customised Functional Solutions optimise texture, stability, and process performance. Engineered for the precise needs of food and nutraceutical applications,...

$81 billion European sports nutrition market becomes accessible in minutes with game-changing technology

A fast-growing regulatory technology business has launched its game-changing compliance solution to a market valued at $81 billion in Europe alone

ADM to spotlight a new era for postbiotics and heath & wellness solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2025

Featuring the full breadth of its health and wellness solutions and capabilities at Vitafoods Europe 2025, ADM will demonstrate how the evolving needs of consumers are...

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