Wacker launches FGF-2 Food growth factor for cultivated meat production

Munich-based Wacker Chemie AG has introduced a bioengineered growth factor specifically designed for cultivated meat applications, with initial batches now available and deliveries commencing in Q4 2025.

DolCas Biotech targets functional beverage sector with low-dose marine collagen

DolCas Biotech is positioning its Morikol marine collagen ingredient for incorporation into hot beverages including coffee, tea and cocoa, offering food scientists a heat-stable, water-soluble collagen hydrolysate that requires significantly lower dosing than conventional collagen products.

Lubrizol’s microencapsulated iron shows superior absorption and gastrointestinal tolerance in animal study

New formulation reverses iron deficiency within 14 days Lubrizol has announced positive results from an in vivo study evaluating its microencapsulated iron ingredient, Lipofer™, which demonstrated improved bioavailability and gastrointestinal tolerability compared to conventional iron sources in iron-deficient rats.

Greenvit launches Aronvit aronia extract in US market with metabolic health data performance

Polish botanical nutraceuticals company Greenvit has introduced Aronvit, a standardised extract of aronia berries (Aronia melanocarpa), to the US market. The launch is supported by results from a pilot randomised human trial demonstrating the ingredient’s effects on metabolic health markers.

Synergy Flavours launches molecular-level taste modulation for greens powders

Synergy Flavours has introduced a series of flavour-paired concepts designed to address taste challenges in greens ready-to-mix (RTM) powders through molecular-level flavour complementation. The new product line, part of the company’s Paired to Perfection portfolio, employs sensory and analytical techniques to identify key aroma compounds in unflavoured greens powder formulations.

Kensing secures exclusive EFSA authorisation for sunflower-derived phytosterols

Kensing LLC has obtained exclusive European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) authorisation for Sunvasterol™, a naturally derived phytosterol ingredient sourced from sunflower seeds. The approval, granted through EFSA’s Novel Food application process, provides the company with commercial exclusivity in Europe for this specific sunflower-based plant sterol product.

EIT Food Accelerator Network awards €600,000 to 18 agrifoodtech startups

The EIT Food Accelerator Network has announced €600,000 in tech validation funding for 18 startups developing innovations across the agrifood sector. The funding was revealed at the Next Bite event in Brussels on 15-16 October 2025.

Crespel & Deiters Group appoints Frank Kreß as chief financial officer

Crespel & Deiters Group has appointed Frank Kreß as its new chief financial officer, effective 15 October 2025. He succeeds Dr Inge Hohrath, who is leaving the company after three years at her own request.

Puratos Taste Tomorrow research identifies texture contrasts, experiential chocolate and protein- enriched bakery as key 2026 trends

Global ingredient supplier Puratos has released findings from its Taste Tomorrow consumer insights programme, revealing three major trends expected to shape the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors in 2026. The research synthesised data from over 23,000 consumers across 56 countries alongside semantic AI analysis of social media conversations and search engine queries.

ofi reports progress on 2030 coffee sustainability targets with focus on climate action and farmer livelihoods

ofi has published its Coffee LENS 2024 Impact Report, detailing progress towards 2030 sustainability targets across its global coffee operations. The report documents advances in climate action, farmer support programmes, and supply chain traceability during a year marked by significant market volatility and climate challenges.