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GFI finds European alt-protein patents have increased by 960% in ten years

GFI finds European alt-protein patents have increased by 960% in ten years

GFI Europe research shows that patent publications by European alt-protein innovators have increased by 960% over the last decade.

Sodiaal reveals plans to close site in Malestroit, France

Sodiaal reveals plans to close site in Malestroit, France

French dairy cooperative Sodiaal has revealed plans to close its site in Malestroit, France, as part of a new ‘industrial master plan’.

EU launches Biotech and Biomanufacturing Hub to enhance competitiveness for start-ups and SMEs

EU launches Biotech and Biomanufacturing Hub to enhance competitiveness for start-ups and SMEs

The European Commission has officially launched a new Biotech and Biomanufacturing Hub aimed at supporting innovative companies.

UK launches novel foods expert network to streamline regulatory processes

UK launches novel foods expert network to streamline regulatory processes

Funded by Innovate UK, the Food Experts Network initiative aims to enhance innovation and collaboration within the novel foods sector.

Two new cellular agriculture scale-up facilities launch in the Netherlands

Two new cellular agriculture scale-up facilities launch in the Netherlands

Two new cellular agriculture scale-up facilities have been launched in the Netherlands, aiming to accelerate the industry's growth.

Pioneer Group launches food and drink incubator at Colworth Science Park

Pioneer Group launches food and drink incubator at Colworth Science Park

Pioneer Group has announced the establishment of a new food & drink incubator named 'Gastronomica,' set to open in the first quarter of 2025

Alfa Laval launches innovation centre in Copenhagen to tackle global food challenges

Alfa Laval launches innovation centre in Copenhagen to tackle global food challenges

The facility will serve as a hub for research and development, focusing on innovative solutions to enhance sustainable food production.

Heineken invests €45m to build new R&D centre in Netherlands

Heineken invests €45m to build new R&D centre in Netherlands

Heineken has announced a €45 million investment to build a new global R&D facility in Zoeterwoude, Netherlands.

Chiquita and partners introduce disease-resistant banana variety

Chiquita and partners introduce disease-resistant banana variety

Chiquita Brands – in collaboration with KeyGene, MusaRadix and Wageningen University and Research – has unveiled a new banana hybrid.

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