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FDA approves CRISPR-edited pigs for human consumption in the US
In a landmark decision, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of gene-edited pigs developed by PIC (Pig Improvement Company) for human consumption.
Multus launches food-grade basal media for cultivated meat production
Multus Biotechnology, a producer of growth media solutions for the cultivated meat sector, has announced the launch of its new food-grade basal media, named DMEM/F12-FG.
Archer expands meat stick line-up with new flavours
US meat snack brand Archer has unveiled new meat stick flavours, in response to data from Numerator highlighting meat snacks as one of the fastest-growing snack categories in the US.
Meatable and TruMeat forge alliance to enhance cultivated meat production
Dutch biotechnology company Meatable and Singapore-based TruMeat have announced a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the commercialisation of cultivated meat.
Omaha Steaks launches pre-smashed burger
US-based butcher Omaha Steaks has unveiled a new Smash Burger that delivers crispy, griddle-style results, with no smashing or special equipment required.
Apex acquires majority stake in Juanita’s Foods
Private equity firm Apex Capital has acquired a majority stake in Juanita’s Foods, a producer of authentic Mexican food products in the US.
Upside Foods wins legal battle against Florida's cultivated meat ban
Upside Foods has secured a significant ruling from the US District Court for the Northern District of Florida, allowing its challenge against the state’s ban on cultivated meat to proceed.
Baldor Specialty Foods acquires Golden Packing
Baldor Specialty Foods has announced that it has acquired meat company Golden Packing to enhance its meat offerings.
UK temporarily bans EU meat and dairy imports to halt disease
The UK government has introduced temporary measures banning holidaymakers from bringing meat and dairy products into Great Britain from the EU to curb the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD).
Freja introduces limited-edition ramen and pho bone broth products
Freja has added two new Asian-inspired, limited-edition offerings to its Instant Bone Broth portfolio: Chicken Ramen and Beef Pho.
Livetec Systems launches Livestock Protect app to combat avian flu disruptions
Livetec Systems has introduced Livestock Protect, an app offering real-time data on the geographical spread of the virus.
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