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It is reported that the UK government is working to fast-track regulatory approval for cell-based meat to boost food security and sustainability.

Novozymes has developed a new bio-based solution, Vertera ProBite, aiming to enhance texture in plant-based meat alternatives.

The range includes Chik’n Cheese Escalope, Cripsy Chik’n Fillet Burger, Crunchy Chik’n Tenders and Cripsy Chik’n Fillets, available in UK stores in October.

Graphic Packaging has partnered with food processor ABP Food Group to develop two new lines of chilled meat packaging for UK supermarket Aldi.

Upside Foods and Good Meat have received final approval from the US Department of Agriculture to sell their cell-based meat products in the country.

The US Department of Agriculture has announced a new effort to strengthen the substantiation of animal-raising claims on meat and poultry product labelling.

Cell-based meat may not be as environmentally friendly as initially believed, according to a new analysis from the University of California Davis in the US.

Israeli bioproduction company Enzymit has announced the successful development of insulin substituents, in partnership with Aleph Farms.

ADM and Believer Meats have signed a non-exclusive MOU to collaborate on driving the development and commercialisation of cultivated meat products.

Swift Prepared Foods, a subsidiary of JBS USA, has opened a Principe Foods facility for the production of Italian meats and charcuterie in Missouri.

Jack Link's has teamed up with Frito-Lay to combine its meat snacks products with Frito-Lay's "fan-favourite" flavours.

Cultivated meat company New Age Eats, formerly New Age Meats, has announced that it is shutting down after failing to secure investment.