Singapore-based food tech startup Umami Meats will be moving forward in advancing technology for cultivated seafood, as it has secured $2.4 million in pre-seed funding. This will go towards the company’s goal of creating healthy, sustainable seafood without using animals or causing heavy impacts to the ocean. The fund will be utilised to further develop plant-derived growth serum, which will be integrated in its future robust cell lines from multiple fish species. Additionally, Umami Meats … [Read more...] about Umami Meats secures pre-seed funding for cultivated seafood
Arla Foods Ingredients introduces new organic products
Organic food sales increased in 2020, displaying the highest growth rate compared to other health categories. Additionally, 6 out of 10 parents in China consider organic products when purchasing for their children. To meet the needs of the market, Arla Foods Ingredients plans to roll out new additions to its current organic line. First are products for early life nutrition, which will be showcased at Food Ingredients China on May 31 to June 2. These are Lacprodan® IF-7390 Organic, an … [Read more...] about Arla Foods Ingredients introduces new organic products
Archroma announces PFC-, ammonia-free barrier coating for food packaging
Packaging solutions company Archroma has launched the Cartaseal® VWAF, a new film-like coating for odor-free food packaging. This barrier is perfluorinated compound- (PFC) and ammonia-free, and is part of the company’s PACK IT CLEAN system, which includes solutions for binders or pre-coats that can be used to further boost performance of packaging. The coating protects from grease, oils, water and water vapor that can affect a food item’s quality and freshness. This product is a sustainable … [Read more...] about Archroma announces PFC-, ammonia-free barrier coating for food packaging
