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UPDATE: April 20, 2022: Motif FoodWorks has submitted a petition to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, contesting the validity of the Impossible Foods patent that is central to this dispute. Through this petition, Motif is requesting that U.S. Patent and Trademark Office judges annul Impossible Foods’ patent. The company argues that prior to the

According to the Ajinomoto SALTS survey, 53% of U.S. consumers view sodium content as a significant factor when deciding what to eat, ranking behind taste (83%), health and nutritional value (60%), and cost/price (59%). This percentage is higher than the global average; however, it indicates that sodium’s harmful health effects are not receiving adequate recognition

Biotechnology is a scientific discipline, yet Yulin Lu perceives it as something more profound. It encompasses processes, chemistry, and creation, but Lu envisions it as a means to transition society toward a more sustainable approach to food production. This vision is central to his company, Yali Bio, which derives its name from the Chinese word

According to CNBC, February recorded the largest monthly increase in food prices since April 2020, the second month of the pandemic. Baked goods saw a 1.3% rise in prices, with flour and prepared mixes increasing by 1.1% due to surging wheat prices, as reported by BLS data. Dairy products and related items rose by 1.9%,

Both Driscoll’s and Plenty are reaping the rewards of their collaboration on a vertical farm specifically designed for strawberries. For Driscoll’s, a prominent player in the berry industry that has already made a substantial, yet unspecified, investment in Plenty, this partnership presents a chance to leverage the food tech company’s data analytics and machine learning

After two years of pandemic-related lockdowns, many Americans are increasingly prioritizing personal choices that enhance health and wellness. According to the Attest study, nearly half of consumers expressed a desire for food to contribute positively to their overall health and well-being. However, despite existing guidelines for food labeling, manufacturers can easily use front-of-pack terminology that,

For years, Greg Belt has been labeled as crazy or told that he is simply wasting his time. Now, he’s determined to prove the skeptics wrong. Belt, a former global vice president of sustainability at AB InBev, has dedicated the last decade to building and leading its EverGrain subsidiary. Throughout this period, he and his

Collagen, an animal-sourced protein known for alleviating joint, back, and knee discomfort while enhancing skin elasticity, has gained popularity in both the beauty and food industries over recent years. Traditionally derived from the skin and bones of animals, collagen raises ethical concerns regarding cruelty. In its announcement about entering the collagen market, Aleph Farms highlighted

Dairy-free ice cream has occupied a small segment of the market for years. However, as plant-based alternatives become increasingly adept at mimicking animal-based products, this landscape is likely to shift. A notable example is Danone’s So Delicious brand, which has recently introduced a new range of frozen desserts featuring Wondermilk—a beverage designed to replicate the

Every food category, whether it’s meat, produce, bread, or dairy, has been affected by inflationary pressures. Recently, the consumer price index for food purchased at home recorded its largest 12-month increase in over 40 years, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Factors contributing to this rise include supply chain disruptions, labor shortages,