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Lidl Netherlands will lower prices on plant-based products, making them equal to or cheaper than their traditional counterparts.

US precision fermentation specialist De Novo Foodlabs has announced an additional funding raise, bringing its total funding to $4 million.

Investment firm Comitis Capital has acquired UK-based tofu specialist brand The Tofoo Co for an undisclosed sum.

Louis Dreyfus Company has announced the creation of a new business unit dedicated to global pulses commercialisation.

Merchant Gourmet has entered the ambient ready meals category with the launch of its new ‘Meals in Minutes' range.

Bertolli has introduced its first olive oil spray designed for air fryers, responding to consumer demand for healthier home cooking options.

Plonts, a new plant-based cheese brand, has debuted its first product in the US following a $12 million seed funding round.

Califia Farms has launched its 2024 autumn and winter line-up, introducing a range of new products aimed at health-conscious consumers.

Ingredion has launched Novation Indulge 2940, a functional native corn starch that promises ‘unique’ gelling and film-forming properties.

Above Food has entered into an agreement to acquire The Redwood Group’s speciality crop food ingredients division for $34m.

Solar Foods has partnered with Japanese food manufacturer, Ajinomoto, to launch two new Solein-powered products in the Singapore market.

Surreal has teamed up with gym clothing brand Gymshark to launch its latest innovation, a strawberry protein shake-flavoured cereal.