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Maia Ventures launches €55M fund for early-stage agrifood technology ventures
, /in E-News /by panglobalMilan-based Maia Ventures has announced the launch of its first fund totalling €55 million, targeting 20 to 25 early-stage companies developing technology and science-based solutions for the agrifood sector. The fund, which has already completed six investments, plans initial investments ranging from €0.5 to 1.5 million per company.
Plant-Ex establishes European headquarters in Poland
, /in E-News /by panglobalPlant-Ex Ingredients Ltd. has completed the second phase of its European expansion strategy with the establishment of Plant-Ex Europe in Wysogotowo, Poland, following its acquisition of Polish food technology company Aromacolors.
Gene-edited fungi boost mycoprotein nutrition while slashing environmental footprint
, /in E-News /by panglobalResearchers have used CRISPR/Cas9 technology to engineer Fusarium venenatum that produces myco-protein with superior nutritional properties and dramatically improved sustainability metrics. The break-through demonstrates how precise metabolic modifications can simul-taneously enhance protein quality and reduce resource consumption in alternative protein production, validated at industrial fermentation scale.
Roquette launches AMYSTA L 123 thermally soluble pea starch for clean-label applications
, /in Product news /by panglobalRoquette has introduced AMYSTA L 123, a thermally soluble pea starch developed through a patented enzyme- and chemical-free process, representing the first product in the company’s new AMYSTA label-friendly starch range. The French plant-based ingredient manufacturer is positioning the ingredient as a solution for manufacturers seeking to simplify ingredient declarations whilst maintaining functional performance.
TopGum launches high-dose creatine and electrolyte gummies for sports nutrition
, /in Product news /by panglobalNutraceutical manufacturer TopGum Industries has introduced an eight-formulation Active Lifestyle gummy collection targeting pre- and post-workout nutritional support. The launch, presented at SupplySide Global 2025, centres on two flagship products: a creatine monohydrate gummy delivering 1,500mg per unit and an electrolyte formulation containing 100mg of mineral salts per 7g serving.
Biotech Fluidics launches micro sparger technology to boost bioreactor performance
, /in Product news /by panglobalBiotech Fluidics has introduced a new range of micro spargers designed to enhance gas transfer efficiency in bioreactor applications, delivering substantial improvements in upstream reactor yields through advanced bubble generation technology.
Wacker launches FGF-2 Food growth factor for cultivated meat production
, /in Product news /by panglobalMunich-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
, /in Product news /by panglobalDolCas 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
, /in Product news /by panglobalNew 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
, /in Product news /by panglobalPolish 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.