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Spain Drives Global Food Innovation with Launch of Agrifoodtech Sandbox
newswireEatable Adventures|

Spain Drives Global Food Innovation with Launch of Agrifoodtech Sandbox

Spain takes a major step toward shaping the future of global food systems with the launch of the Agrifoodtech Sandbox, a pioneering initiative designed to accelerate innovation in the agrifood sector. Managed by EATEX Food Innovation Hub by CNTA (National Centre for Food Technology and Safety), the sandbox offers companies a controlled, forward-looking environment to test breakthrough technologies, products, and services operating at the edge of regulatory frameworks.

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PoLoPo Scales to Field Cultivation of Protein-Producing Potato Plants
newswirePoLoPo|

PoLoPo Scales to Field Cultivation of Protein-Producing Potato Plants

PoLoPo, a molecular farming pioneer, today announced it has moved beyond greenhouse scale and begun planting its genetically modified potatoes in fields, the first wide cultivation of plants derived from PoLoPo’s proprietary metabolic engineering techniques. PoLoPo’s potato plants manufacture and store high levels of protein in their tubers, which will be extracted and dried to produce functional protein powder.

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Plant Protein Sector Shows Resilience Amid Rising Costs, Labour Challenges, and Shifting Investment Drivers: Q4 2024 Industry Survey Results
newswireBridge2Food Research|

Plant Protein Sector Shows Resilience Amid Rising Costs, Labour Challenges, and Shifting Investment Drivers: Q4 2024 Industry Survey Results

The global plant protein sector experienced increased production activity in Q3, accompanied by growth in orders and a 70% median level of capacity utilisation in early Q4. The latest figures were released today as part of an industry reporting and intelligence framework, funded by the European Union and hosted by Netherlands-based Bridge2Food Research. Full details for this data period have been published in an open-access data dashboard accompanying this release summary.

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Burcon Collaborates with Puratos to Pioneer New Canola Protein Applications
newswireBurcon NutraScience|

Burcon Collaborates with Puratos to Pioneer New Canola Protein Applications

Burcon NutraScience Corporation announces that it is partnering with Puratos, an internationally renowned provider of innovative bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients and services with over US$3.1 billion in net sales. As consumers increasingly seek healthier, sustainable food options, canola protein stands out as a promising alternative to egg protein due to its neutral flavor, functional versatility and high nutritional value.

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Women in FoodTech Leadership Program Tackles Gender Gaps in Alternative Protein Industry
newswireModern Agriculture Foundation|

Women in FoodTech Leadership Program Tackles Gender Gaps in Alternative Protein Industry

As the global alternative protein sector continues its rapid growth, one crucial issue demands attention: the gender gap. The Women Leading FoodTech Leadership Program, backed by the Israel Innovation Authority, is stepping up to address this disparity by empowering women with the skills, networks, and leadership training needed to shape the future of FoodTech.

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Winners of 2024 Fi Europe Innovation Awards and Startup Challenge Crowned
newswireInforma Markets|

Winners of 2024 Fi Europe Innovation Awards and Startup Challenge Crowned

On 19 November the food industry celebrated its innovators and change makers at a glittering awards ceremony in Frankfurt during Fi Europe. 9 companies picked up accolades in the hotly contested 2024 Fi Europe Innovation Awards, in recognition of their contributions to driving positive change in the F&B industry. Earlier in the day, the 5 winners of the Startup Challenge were revealed at the Innovation Hub.

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