Wheat genome sequencing consortium to mine wheat diversity for food security

The International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium (IWGSC) is starting a two-year project, with funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), to mine an untapped genetic resource for wheat improvement by sequencing the genomes of ancient varieties representing the worldwide diversity of bread wheat.

StePacPPC’s new sustainable packaging boosts exotic mushroom longevity

The fresh produce packaging company StePacPPC has customized its award-winning modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) films to preserve fresh whole and sliced white mushrooms, and whole exotic mushrooms, such as oyster, lion’s mane, shiitake, portabella and more. The lean MAP system fulfils consumer demands for sustainable packaging that slows deterioration and dramatically reduces waste of this […]

Coperion introduces MEGAtex cooling die for manufacturing plant-based meat substitutes

Coperion has developed the new MEGAtex S7 cooling die for manufacturing plant-based HMMA (High Moisture Meat Analogue) meat substitutes. Mounted at the discharge of the ZSK Food Extruder, this texturizing unit gives the plant protein mass a dense, fibrous structure that closely resembles animal flesh.

Forsea unveils world’s first cell-cultured eel

Cell-cultured seafood start-up Forsea Foods has set sail on its mission to save wild eel populations from near extinction by unveiling its first prototype of cell-cultivated freshwater eel. Forsea successfully replicated the traditional Japanese unagi eel (Anguilla japonica) featuring the same tender, succulent texture and rich savory flavour as real eel.

Key Technology introduces optical sorters for processed protein products

Key Technology, a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, has introduced optical sorters for processed protein products, such as frozen chicken nuggets, chicken tenders, fish sticks, plant-based meat alternatives and more. Key’s optical sorters including COMPASS and VERYX help optimize product quality while improving yield and reducing labour by automatically removing product […]

Wild Goose Filling launches canning systems for craft distilleries

Wild Goose Filling, a U.S. manufacturer of canning and bottling systems for beverage producers worldwide, has released their Spirit line of canning machines. Spirit canning systems allow distilleries to package carbonated cocktails, still liquor, and other high-proof and ready-to-drink beverages.

Roquette expands range of NUTRALYS pea protein ingredients

Roquette is pushing the frontiers of the plant protein market by launching four multi-functional pea proteins designed to improve taste, texture and creativity in plant-based food and high-protein nutritional products.

ColloidTek unveils Collo Analyzer, a next-gen industrial liquid process monitoring technology

Finnish deep tech company ColloidTek, has developed Collo Analyzer, a new method for real-time liquid process quality monitoring, offering significant benefits for the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

GoodMills Innovation’s Slow Milling range supports artisanal baking on an industrial scale

With its Slow Milling range, GoodMills Innovation offers industrial and retail bakeries a superior selection of ingredients for artisan baking. They include Ferment’tic, so-called Kastanienerbse and Wood-fired Malt, all of which meet evolving market trends and demand for flavoursome, affordable and convincing end products.

ABB launches process automation solution for cold block stage of beer production

Following the debut of its ABB Ability BeerMaker intelligent process automation control system for the hot block phase, ABB has now introduced a technology solution tailored for the cold block stage of the brewing process, aiming to enhance breweries’ operational efficiency and facilitate the adoption of digital solutions.