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IFF has launched Choozit Lift, a groundbreaking culture aimed at transforming the production of semi-hard cheeses.

In this instalment of Start-up of the Month – which celebrates lesser-known companies and their innovations – we speak to Jess Leather, co-founder of Freja.

GNT has expanded its plant-based Exberry Organics natural colour portfolio with the launch of a new vibrant pink solution.

Packaged food and drink sold in Texas containing certain artificial ingredients will require on-pack warning labels following the signing of Senate Bill 25 by Governor Greg Abbott this weekend.

BioMara, in collaboration with ingredient supplier Macphie and Abertay University, has completed a government-funded project to incorporate a new seaweed-based ingredient into mainstream food products.

Roquette has expanded its Nutralys portfolio with two new solutions, a textured wheat protein and a textured pea protein.

Food giants Kraft Heinz and General Mills have this week announced they will commit to removing artificial colours from all of their US food products by the end of 2027.

Glanbia Performance Nutrition has launched a new product line under its Think! brand, introducing Think! Crispy Squares, a protein-enhanced version of the classic crispy rice treat.

French food-tech start-up Fungu’it has secured €4 million in funding to accelerate industrial-scale production of its natural flavourings made from agricultural by-products.

German spice and ingredient manufacturer Raps has unveiled a new functional solution for the development of plant-based roast meat alternatives.

Dutch food-tech scale-up MaGie Creations has introduced what it claims is the world’s first emulsifier made from upcycled brewer’s grain.

Sauz, a rapidly growing brand known for its innovative approach to tomato sauce, has announced the successful closure of a $12 million funding round led by Cavu Consumer Partners.