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UK government to invest £15m in hub commercialising alt-proteins
The UK government has announced that it will invest £15 million to construct an innovation hub to accelerate the commercialisation of...
Fonterra expands Studholme site to meet growing demand for high-value protein
Fonterra will expand its Studholme facility in New Zealand's South Island, aiming to enhance production of high-value protein ingredients.
Anheuser-Busch to invest $6.5m in Williamsburg, Virginia brewery
Beverage giant Anheuser-Busch has announced plans to invest $6.5 million in its Williamsburg brewery in Virginia, US.
Nestlé invests €30m in cereal beverages line in Portugal
Nestlé has invested €30m to enhance its cereal drinks production line at its Avanca factory, the sole facility of its kind in Europe.
Symrise upgrades China facilities to expand market reach and boost production capacity
Symrise has opened a new office and lab in Beijing, China, and has also completed its F&B powder blending expansion in Jinqiao, Shanghai.
De Novo Foodlabs secures additional funding for animal-free lactoferrin ingredient
US precision fermentation specialist De Novo Foodlabs has announced an additional funding raise, bringing its total funding to $4 million.
Waitrose to open 100 convenience stores in £1bn investment plan
British supermarket giant Waitrose has revealed plans to open up to 100 convenience shops across the UK over the next five years.
David secures $10m investment to develop high-protein food products
David, a platform focused on muscle growth and fat reduction, has raised $10 million in a seed funding round.
FreshRealm expands operations in Georgia, US, creates 300 new jobs
Fresh meal delivery provider FreshRealm has announced plans to expand its footprint in Montezuma, Georgia, creating over 300 new jobs.
New AUD 41m initiative to enhance Australian fruit and nut production
Australia is set to see a significant boost in its fruit and nut production with an AUD 41 million (approx. $27.6 million) initiative.
Britvic opens upgraded national distribution centre
Global drinks business Britvic has opened its upgraded national distribution centre in Leicestershire, UK, following a £25m investment.
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