The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
Sustainability
W-Cycle and Melhoramentos collaborate to develop compostable food packaging
W-Cycle, company in sustainable food packaging sector, has partnered with Melhoramentos, a Brazilian company with a diverse portfolio.
GEA unveils Lauterstar 2.0 for the brewing industry
GEA has launched the Lauterstar 2.0, a new lautering system designed to enhance brewing efficiency and streamline production processes.
Sidel launches Hydra Ultrasonic bottle washer to enhance beverage production
Sidel has introduced Hydra Ultrasonic, a bottle washing system that integrates chemical and ultrasonic technologies.
Controversy erupts over Bovaer feed additive trial in UK dairy industry
Arla Foods began a trial of Bovaer to reduce methane emissions from dairy cows, but it's sparked backlash over food safety & sustainability.
Sway and Umaro secure $1.5m Department of Energy grant to support innovation in seaweed solutions
Sway and Umaro have been awarded a $1.5m US Department of Energy grant to accelerate innovation in sustainable seaweed-based bioplastics.
Westfalia Fruit rolls out laser-etched mangoes to promote sustainability
Westfalia Fruit has unveiled an innovative initiative that eliminates the need for plastic PLU stickers by introducing laser-etched mangos.
Seaweed packaging start-up B’Zeos announces successful funding and partnerships
B’Zeos has successfully closed a seed funding round, bringing its total equity and grant funding to more than €5 million.
GNT Ventures launches to foster innovation in plant-based colour solutions
GNT Group has announced the establishment of GNT Ventures, an independent investment firm aimed at collaborating with start-ups.
GrowUp Farms appoints former Little Moons CEO to propel growth in vertical farming
Vertical farming company GrowUp Farms has appointed former Little Moons CEO Mike Hedges as its new chief executive officer.
OPEC Fund provides $40m loan to boost African agriculture with ETG
To support sustainable development in Africa's agricultural sector, the OPEC Fund for International Development has signed a $40m loan.
#5 Crunchtime podcast: Sustainable sourcing within the cocoa supply chain
In this episode, we dive into Cocoa, with the spotlight on a key topic: 'Sustainable sourcing within the cocoa supply chain'.
- Page 21
















