News

Independent scientific report from Germany’s WBAE calls for de-polarisation and national leadership around protein diversification

UK food strategy recognises alternative proteins as driver for growth

The UK government’s new outline for the upcoming food strategy has highlighted that alternative proteins can deliver economic growth.

Strategy for European Life Sciences €350 million funding opportunities set to boost EU food innovation

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.

Research finds that ‘meaty’ names for cultivated meat products are essential to help consumer understanding

Pioneering new research commissioned by GFI Europe and conducted by Opinium in five European markets shows that ‘meaty’ names on packaging – and a flexible approach to labelling that reflects national consumer needs – will be critical for ensuring consumer safety, allowing cultivated meat to deliver on its potential.

Meet the researchers exploring whether the future of cultivated meat is hybrid

We talk to the researchers exploring how to accelerate cultivated meat’s journey to supermarkets by using it as an ingredient in otherwise plant- and fermentation-based products.

Food safety in precision fermentation: everything you need to know about the new FAO report

A new report from the FAO demonstrates for regulators and policymakers how existing food safety considerations and frameworks can be applied to precision fermentation. Here, we explore the key insights from this timely publication.

Affordable products driving plant-based retail sales growth

Double-digit growth of more affordable own-brand products has driven an increase in plant-based retail sales across four European countries.

Horizon Europe once again offers exciting opportunities for alternative protein researchers

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.

Alternative proteins return to centre stage at IFFA – the world’s largest meat industry trade fair

The world’s largest conventional meat fair provided valuable insights into how alternative proteins are edging closer to the mainstream.

Research: Four in 10 German and UK adults plan to eat more plant-based food

New research has found that 38% of German and UK adults intend to change their diets by eating more plant-based foods.