Tag Archives: food innovation

M&S Reports Strong Early Demand for Made Without Wheat Gluten Free Colin the Caterpillar Following National Launch

(IN BRIEF) M&S has launched a Made Without Wheat Gluten Free version of its iconic Colin the Caterpillar cake, selling over 10,000 units in the first five days and rolling the product out to more than 400 stores nationwide. Developed … Read the full press release

Valio strengthens its Food 2.0 strategy with investment in Melt&Marble’s cellular agriculture fat technology

(IN BRIEF) Valio has invested in Sweden-based Melt&Marble, a cellular agriculture company developing customizable fat ingredients using precision fermentation. The startup raised over EUR 7 million from Valio and other private and institutional investors to scale manufacturing and move toward … Read the full press release

Coles and M&S Join Forces to Bring British Food Favorites to Australian Shoppers Ahead of Festive Season

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer has launched its Food range in Australia for the first time through a new retail partnership with Coles supermarkets. Following the success of M&S Food in the United States and the launch of its fashion … Read the full press release

Delft’s new Van Marken Food Innovation Center highlights dsm-firmenich’s 155-year legacy and commitment to sustainable nutrition

(IN BRIEF) dsm-firmenich has inaugurated its Van Marken Food Innovation Center in Delft, the Netherlands, establishing a new hub for global food innovation and sustainability. Serving as headquarters for its €3 billion Taste, Texture & Health business unit, the facility … Read the full press release

dsm-firmenich Unveils Princeton Baking Innovation Center to Revolutionize Bakery Product Development and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) dsm-firmenich has officially opened its Princeton Baking Innovation Center in New Jersey to foster faster, more efficient product development in the baking sector. The facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by a team of experts focused … Read the full press release

Heura Foods Receives EIB Loan to Expand Plant-Based Product Range and Boost Sustainable Food Systems

(IN BRIEF) Heura Foods has secured a €20 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to enhance its research, development, and production capabilities for plant-based, sustainable food products. The loan, backed by InvestEU, will support the development of innovative … Read the full press release

Valio Expands Plant-Based Protein Portfolio with Acquisition of Raisio’s Härkis® and Beanit® Brands

(IN BRIEF) Valio has acquired Raisio’s plant protein business, which includes the Härkis® and Beanit® brands, along with production assets and 16 employees. This acquisition aligns with Valio’s strategy to diversify into plant-based food and expand its role in the … Read the full press release