Chocolate prices expected to ease, but won’t return to pre-‘cocoa crisis’ levels

Chocolate manufacturers and retailers are adapting to this challenging environment, balancing cost recovery with consumer retention Consumers can expect some relief from rising chocolate prices with cocoa futures prices starting to ease after hitting record highs, according to a new internationa...

ILRI and Kenya Dairy Board sign agreement to transform dairy sector

Kenya has great potential, with opportunities for improvement in the areas of animal health, genetics, and milk safety The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) have signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to strengthen their existing collaborat...

MycoTWIN boosts Türkiye’s Mycotoxin research with EU support

The project provided TÜBİTAK with access to cutting-edge methodologies, joint studies, and advanced training, boosting its capacity to monitor and address mycotoxin risks The EU-funded MycoTWIN project has successfully advanced global efforts to tackle mycotoxins, harmful fungal compounds that...

Eminent Seeds expands pointed pepper portfolio with Stallone and Connery

Both varieties carry Tm3/TSWV resistance, score highly on shelf life, and contribute to a more efficient supply chain with reduced waste Eminent Seeds will launch Stallone and Connery next year, two new sweet pointed pepper varieties that have been extensively tested in recen...

IFF and Reservas Votorantim sign bioprospecting partnership in Brazil

The new facility will enable IFF scientists and experts, including perfumers and flavorists, along with LMR’s botanists and agronomists, to study and analyse nearly 1,000 species of flora IFF a global leader in flavours, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences — and Reservas Vo...

Australia, New Zealand review GM purple tomato

This application marks the sixth GM food assessed through FSANZ’s joint regulatory process with Health Canada Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is seeking public comment on a new application to approve the sale and use of genetically modified (GM) tomato lines, known as the GM Purpl...

Suntory invests £920,000 into Ribena berry resilience

This investment will accelerate work to develop new varieties of berries that produce consistent yields in the face of climate challenges Suntory Beverage & Food Great Britain and Ireland (SBF GB&I) has announced an investment of £920,000 over the next five years to continue its bl...

The James Hutton Institute introduces UK’s first bred blueberry

The new berry has been successfully trialled in the UK and the EU, constantly performing well across multiple seasons and diverse conditions The James Hutton Institute is delighted to announce that it has successfully bred the UK’s first blueberry at its Invergowrie site. Highland Charm is ...

Barry Callebaut partners with the Zurich University to explore cocoa cell culture technology

This collaboration is part of Barry Callebaut’s long-term commitment to innovation and sustainability in the chocolate industry Barry Callebaut, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Zurich University...

Unlocking nature’s super protein: Australian partnership targets scalable human lactoferrin

Siobhan Coster, CEO, Eclipse Ingredients In a groundbreaking development for Australia’s health and biotechnology sectors, Brisbane-based Eclipse Ingredients is partnering with QUT, UQ, and CSIRO to commercialise human lactoferrin using precision fermentation. This collaboration aims to unlock...

QUT, CSIRO, UQ, and Eclipse team up in game-changing lactoferrin project

The project is set to revolutionise the functional food, sports nutrition, and skincare industries Queensland University of Technology (QUT) researchers are at the forefront of a groundbreaking $5.5 million initiative to commercialise human lactoferrin, a powerful protein known for its immune-bo...

IFT launches research & development tool to support product development

Key features include Sous, a built-in generative AI co-scientist, advanced formulation tools for iterative development, and science-optimised reverse engineering The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food an...

Innovative Basophil Activation Test Aims to Democratize Food Allergy Research

Dr Jean-Marc Busnel, Principal Investigator and Senior Staff Research Scientist In the quest to improve food allergy research and reduce reliance on risky diagnostic procedures like the Oral Food Challenge (OFC), Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has introduced a next-generation Basophil Activation ...

Danone expands global innovation capabilities with investment in Singapore Digital Lab

Danone will advance the delivery of science-based, consumer-centric innovations that are tailored to regional needs and scalable globally Danone announced a new phase of investment in Danone’s Digital Lab (D-Lab) in Singapore, reinforcing the company’s commitment to advancing digital health ...

Preclinical study shows combination of chicory-derived prebiotics and HMO for toddler gut health

The science-driven, ingredient-specific research, conducted in collaboration with leading academic partner ETH Zurich, focused on microbial composition and metabolic effects in early nutrition A new preclinical study, conducted by Pudenz et al., i demonstrates that combining chico...

Peanuts provide much-needed protein for GLP-1 users

Peanuts and peanut butter can be a key dietary element for GLP-1 users because peanuts contain significant amounts of protein, fibre and healthy fats Today, an increasing number of Americans are taking GLP-1 medications to combat obesity and type 2 diabetes, which are serious health ...

Scientists say changing weather may alter taste of gin

New research reveals juniper berries, gin’s key ingredient, vary in flavour depending on region and harvest conditions. A new study has found that the taste of gin, the UK’s favourite spirit, may be subtly changing due to shifting weather patterns and where juniper berries are grown. Scie...

Corbion joins Ferment4Health project to unlock gut health potential

This public-private research initiative aims to uncover how fermented foods and postbiotics can improve gut health and reduce chronic low-grade inflammation, a key factor in many lifestyle-related diseases Corbion joins the Ferment4Health Project to unlock the gut health potential of fermented f...

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