United States
Leading Food Companies to Showcase Latest Innovations at IFT FIRST 2025
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- IFT FIRST 2025 in Chicago will feature new technologies, ingredients, and product demos from global food leaders.
- Sessions will address challenges in food science, processing, safety, packaging, and R&D.
- The event aims to foster innovation and collaboration for the future of food.
Review: IFT FIRST remains a premier platform for unveiling cutting-edge food tech, drawing global industry attention.
Summer Fancy Food Show 2025 Sees Record Attendance and Exhibitors
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- Attendee registration surged by 14%, with nearly 2,500 exhibitors from 59 countries.
- The event highlighted new global food trends and specialty products.
- Assam Tea’s 200th anniversary was celebrated at the India Pavilion.
Review: The Fancy Food Show’s growth signals strong industry recovery and innovation post-pandemic.
India
KRBL Enters Edible Oil Market with ‘India Gate Uplife’ Range
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- KRBL targets ₹200-300 crore revenue from its new health-focused blended edible oil brand.
- The company aims to capture the growing health-conscious consumer segment.
- New products like Gut Pro and Lite are part of the launch.
Review: KRBL’s diversification reflects rising demand for healthier edible oils in India’s evolving food market.
Ready-to-Cook Foods See 58% Growth as Indian Consumers Prioritise Convenience
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- The ready-to-cook category doubled in volume, adding 18 million households in two years.
- Growth is driven by urbanisation, dual-income families, and changing lifestyles.
- RTC outpaced overall packaged food, which grew just 8% in the same period.
Review: Convenience-driven eating is reshaping India’s food sector, with RTC meals leading the surge.
Unilever to Acquire 61.9% Stake in Kwality Wall’s India Post Ice Cream Demerger
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- Unilever’s Magnum HoldCo will acquire a majority stake after the demerger and listing of KWIL.
- The move is subject to regulatory approvals and SEBI compliance.
- Unilever will make an open offer to public shareholders as part of the acquisition.
Review: The acquisition strengthens Unilever’s position in India’s competitive frozen dessert market.
Germany
BLUU SEAFOOD Partners with VAN HEES for Hybrid Plant-Based and Cultured Fish Products
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- BLUU SEAFOOD and VAN HEES collaborate to develop hybrid seafood using plant and cultured fish cells.
- Partnership leverages VAN HEES’s expertise in food safety, texture, and flavor optimization.
- Aims to enhance product stability, shelf life, and sustainability of seafood alternatives.
Review: This partnership marks a significant step for sustainable protein innovation in Europe’s seafood industry.
Singapore
Singapore Leads in Food Tech Innovation to Address Food Security and Sustainability
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- Singapore adopts advanced food tech to tackle global challenges in protein demand and sustainability.
- Focus on alternative proteins and urban farming to boost food resilience.
- Government and private sector collaborate to drive innovation and investment.
Review: Singapore’s proactive approach cements its status as a food innovation hub in Asia.
PREFER Launches Coconut Latte Ice Cream with Bean-Free Coffee Alternative
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- PREFER partners with Melvados to introduce a unique ice cream featuring a bean-free coffee ingredient.
- The product taps into sustainability and novelty in the frozen dessert sector.
- Collaboration highlights Singapore’s role in food tech and alternative ingredient adoption.
Review: This launch exemplifies Singapore’s leadership in sustainable, innovative food products.
France
ŸNSECT Secures €8.6M Bridge Funding to Validate New Insect Farming Model
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- ŸNSECT raises €8.6M to continue operations and test a new, scalable insect farming model.
- Funding extends runway through 2025 as company seeks larger contracts.
- Focus remains on sustainable protein production for food and feed industries.
Review: The funding round underlines investor confidence in insect protein as a key sustainable food source.