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Innovation
How AI is accelerating innovation across the food system
Future Food-Tech San Francisco will gather experts exploring grounded, practical applications of AI that can support more resilient, efficient and sustainable food systems.
World Food Innovation Awards 2026: Shortlist
This year's shortlisted entrants highlight a growing commitment to health consciousness, consumer transparency and holistic sustainability across the food industry.
OSF Flavors adds Peach Vanilla Cobbler flavour to portfolio
US-based flavours company OSF Flavors had added Peach Vanilla Cobbler to its portfolio, a new ‘comfort flavour’ inspired by the classic American dessert.
Sirio Europe introduces new chewable plant-based ‘jelly tablet’ range
Sirio Europe has announced the launch of LifeChews – a patented, plant-based, chewable ‘jelly tablet’ format suitable for delivering a wide range of active ingredients.
Novella appoints Antonio Martinez Descalzo as CEO
Novella Innovative Technology has appointed nutraceutical industry veteran Antonio Martinez Descalzo as chief executive officer.
Merchant Gourmet levels up classic baked beans with new range
Merchant Gourmet has launched a new line of ‘elevated’ baked beans, aiming to bring a more premium flavour experience to consumers at an accessible price point.
The Protein Ball Co introduces new ‘Stuffed’ line, aiming to tackle ‘format fatigue’
British snack brand The Protein Ball Co has introduced three new products as part of a new dual-textured ‘Stuffed’ line.
Bulletproof unveils ‘first-of-its-kind’ coffee with creatine
US-based coffee and functional nutrition brand Bulletproof has unveiled a ‘first-of-its-kind’ innovation: Coffee + Creatine.
M2 Ingredients debuts functional mushroom solution for brewed coffee
M2 Ingredients has announced the launch of M2Brew, an ingredient solution engineered for mushroom coffee applications to ensure bioactive compounds survive the brewing process.
JBT Marel unveils revamped Lakeland Customer Innovation Center
JBT Marel, a provider of automation and technology solutions for the food and beverage industry, has unveiled a newly renovated Customer Innovation Center (CIC) in Lakeland, Florida.
Urban Farm-Produce unveils prepared lion’s mane product range for meat-free category
Urban Farm-Produce has unveiled Prepared Mane, its first range of ready-to-cook, organic lion’s mane mushroom products targeting the meat alternatives category.
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