There is a growing interest in alternative meats in the world, which is evident with the number of vegan substitutes of the food item. One company in Japan is attracting the attention of consumers by successfully releasing alternative egg and Yakiniku meat products. To further their development in the industry, Next Meats Co. is planning to construct an eco-friendly facility which will serve as their one-stop hub for alternative protein products. This factory, which will be based in Niigata, … [Read more...] about New ‘green’ factory in the works for Next Meats Co.
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Nestle partners with food tech start-up for innovation in non-GMO space
The demand for cultured meat has been gaining traction over the years, responding to the growing interest among consumers. While some people are preferring these non-GMO products in support of animal welfare, and to jumpstart a healthier lifestyle like becoming vegan or vegetarian. This has currently garnered the attention of many big companies, seeing opportunities in this area of food tech. Nestle is now exploring emerging, breakthrough technologies that allow them to produce cultured meat … [Read more...] about Nestle partners with food tech start-up for innovation in non-GMO space
Probiotic demand soars with growing focus on digestive health
More people are paying attention to their gut health, according to a global survey conducted by Kerry. The study, which was conducted online in January 2021, included 13,000 consumers, spanning across 16 countries. Results show that there’s a high awareness of the existence of probiotics reaching almost half of the participants over the past 6 months. The majority comprise those in Latin America and North America. 25 percent have consumed products that contain this ingredient, with a high … [Read more...] about Probiotic demand soars with growing focus on digestive health
