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In the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable food production, Ecovative, a company founded by mechanical engineering students Eben Bayer and Gavin McIntyre in 2007, is making significant strides with its innovative use of mycelium—the thread-like

Processing Innovations Break New Ground in Edible Insect Market

The world of alternative proteins is buzzing with innovation as Hoppy Planet Foods, a US-based startup, unveils a patent-pending technology that could significantly alter the landscape

Processing Innovations Break New Ground in Edible Insect Market

The world of alternative proteins is buzzing with excitement as Hoppy Planet Foods, a pioneering US-based startup, unveils a patent-pending technology that could revolutionize the edibl

In a significant development within the cultivated meat industry, a Pennsylvania court has made preliminary rulings in the escalating legal battle between the bioreactor firm ABEC and Eat Just’s cultivated meat division, GOOD Meat. The court’s decisi

The agrifoodtech sector has faced a tumultuous year in 2023, with a series of challenges that have left startups scrambling to adapt. High interest rates, persistent inflation, and a tightening fundraising environment have taken their toll, leading t

Emerging Trends in Agtech Investments

The agricultural technology (agtech) sector has been a hotbed of innovation and investment in recent years, with venture capital (VC) firms pouring funds into startups that promise to revolutionize how we grow f

In the ever-evolving landscape of food technology, investment trends have taken a notable turn in 2023. Following the pattern of other tech sectors, foodtech investment has experienced a significant downturn from the explosive growth seen in 2021 and

The Future of Meat: Tech Hopes and Market Realities

The landscape of the food industry is undergoing a radical transformation, driven by technological innovation and shifting consumer values. Among the most captivating developments is the rise of al

In a world increasingly seeking sustainable solutions, Verdant Robotics is carving out a niche in the agricultural sector by addressing two of the industry’s most pressing issues: labor shortages and the high cost of inputs. Co-founder Dr. Gabe Sible

In the ever-evolving landscape of European agriculture, a seismic shift is underway in the realm of plant protection. New research published in the journal ‘Agrochemicals’ has delved into the world of BioControl Agents (BCAs) and their increasing rol