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New fermentation methods could add nearly £10 billion to UK economy by 2050, research shows

Conrad Astley

New research has estimated that, given the right support, innovative ways of producing everyday foods using fermentation could add £9.8 billion (€11.2 billion) to the UK economy. 

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Report: European alternative protein research has tripled since 2020

David Hunt Stella Child

New analysis has revealed the rapid growth of Europe’s alternative protein research, with the number of studies published and public funding levels almost tripling over the last five years.

The new European Commission can boost EU competitiveness through protein diversification
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Strategy for European Life Sciences €350 million funding opportunities set to boost EU food innovation

Conrad Astley

The EU’s Strategy for European Life Sciences has outlined funding opportunities worth €350 million and plans to scale up fermentation technologies that could unlock the potential of Europe’s food innovators.

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Horizon Europe once again offers exciting opportunities for alternative protein researchers

Stella Child

The latest Horizon Europe deadlines are fast approaching, with plenty to offer the region’s food innovators. Dr Stella Child dives into the calls to unpack the opportunities for alternative protein researchers.

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European alternative protein 2024 investment figures mark return to growth but show need for better funding options

Helene Grosshans

The latest investment figures show European privately held companies developing plant-based foods, cultivated meat, and fermentation raised nearly $509 million (€470 million) in 2024 – a 23% increase from the previous year.