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I was very happy to be one of the writers for Food & Beverage Insider's "Food Tech Trends in Focus" digital magazine. I was thankful for the insights provided by Ever After Foods (Eyal Rosenthal), BioBetter™ (Amit Yaari), ICL PLANET Startup Hub (Hadar Sutovsky), and MAOLAC Decoding Nature (Maya Ashkenazi Otmazgin). While the current war has disrupted so many things, it is inspiring how these Israeli companies are doing such good work to create a better world and a healthier future for all of the world's people. Here's how this article is described: ***Israeli-based companies pioneer new frontiers in food tech*** "After the United States, Israel is considered No. 2 in food and beverage innovation. The country’s diminutive size, however, hardly holds it back from leading when it comes to cultivated meat technology and development, along with pioneering new sources of nutritional components. Industry veteran James Gormley looks at the example of Haifa-based Ever After Foods, a company growing adherent stem cells, which are natural cells capable of creating different tissues such as muscle and fat, and also [...] BioBetter, which is combining growth factors with tobacco plants that serve as self-sustained, animal-free bioreactors to grow cultivated meat at increasing scale." Click on the illustration below to register to download the issue.

🌟 Advancing Alternative Proteins: Before the Butcher in the Spotlight 🌱 The future of food innovation is here, and Before the Butcher is proud to be recognized in Food Engineering Magazine's article on the top advances in alternative proteins for 2024. As the article highlights, our focus on delivering high-quality, versatile plant-based options is shaping the plant-based protein market. From our diverse range of products to our dedication to taste and texture, we’re pushing boundaries to make plant-based eating more accessible, sustainable, and delicious. 🌍✨ Dive into the article to learn how we, alongside other innovators, are driving the evolution of alternative proteins. Together, we’re building a better, more sustainable food system. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g6wZtX3J Let’s keep redefining what’s possible in plant-based food! #BeforeTheButcher #AlternativeProtein #FoodInnovation #PlantBasedExcellence #SustainabilityInFood #FoodEngineering #FutureOfFood

Congratulations to all our fellow finalists at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) 2024 expo! 🥳 It's an honor to be featured alongside these incredible peer innovators, working together towards a more sustainable future food system that prioritises people, planet, and wellness. Check out our friends in the finals: Cultivated Biosciences 🥛 Developing an emulsion from yeast, to bring creaminess to dairy-free products and cleaner labels. Onego Bio 🥚 Harnessing precision fermentation to manufacture real egg protein entirely animal-free. THEO's Plant-Based 🥗 Cheffing up new veggie-forward foods that deliver on both amazing flavor and superfood nutrition. Arborea Ltd. ☀️Growing microscopic plants to produce healthy food ingredients while also generating oxygen and sequestrating high amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2). Attribute Analytics 📈 Revolutionizing the food industry through cutting-edge technology that leverages sensory data. Heray Spice 🇦🇫 Empowering Afghan family farmers by importing their saffron to International markets. CIVC Montana 🌾 Realigning grain processing with the needs of our health, our planet, and farmers NuCicer 🥙 Reinventing the chickpea with high-protein content, customized functional and nutritional properties, and improved environmental resilience to enable a sustainable, nutritious future! Scentian Bio 🐜 Develops biosensors that mimic the incredible smell receptors from insects to deliver a super-sensitive, real-time measurement of smell and taste. The Protein Brewery 🌿 Developer of plant based, highly nutritious food ingredients, driving the transition to other food sources across the globe with innovative fermentation technologies. Chainparency 🖥 Develop innovative blockchain-based computer applications for the purpose of authenticating products, verifying claims, and recording supply chain-related data on an immutable ledger. GrowinCo. 💼 Reinventing B2B collaboration worldwide by helping enterprises to manage external collaboration with contract manufacturers, co-packers, ingredients and packaging suppliers! The future of food is in good hands! 😎

📊🌱 Exciting Insights from Our Latest Organic Food Market Research Report! 🌱📊 We are thrilled to share some key findings from our comprehensive Organic Food Market Research Report, and the figures are truly impressive! 🌟 Key Highlights: 📈 Phenomenal Growth: The organic food market is booming with an expected CAGR of 11.2% from 2024 to 2030, underscoring the increasing consumer shift towards healthier and sustainable food options. By 2030, the market is projected to reach a staggering $620 billion! 🔍 Market Segmentation: Product Type: Fruits & Vegetables - Leading the market with a significant share thanks to rising health awareness. Dairy Products - Witnessing robust demand due to the surge in lactose-intolerant and health-conscious populations. Meat, Fish, & Poultry - Gaining traction with a focus on organic and ethical farming practices. Packaged Foods - Convenient and healthy choices are driving growth here. Distribution Channel: Supermarkets & Hypermarkets - Dominating due to wider reach and consumer trust. Online Retailers - Rapidly growing, especially among tech-savvy consumers and during the pandemic era. Specialty Stores - Preferred for niche and premium product selections. Request a sample: https://lnkd.in/dnAbi99f 🌍 Regional Analysis: North America - Leading the race with substantial market share, driven by strong demand in the US and Canada. Europe - A significant player, with Germany, France, and the UK as major contributors due to high consumer awareness and favorable policies. Asia-Pacific - Showing the fastest growth, spearheaded by China, Japan, and India, attributable to rising disposable incomes and urbanization. Rest of the World - Experiencing steady growth with increasing adoption in South America and the Middle East. Access full report here: https://bit.ly/4bC6IVu ✨ Why It Matters: The rising demand for organic foods reflects a global awareness about health, environmental sustainability, and ethical consumption. As businesses and consumers alike lean towards organic options, this market presents an incredible area of growth and innovation. 👉 Stay Ahead: Whether you're a stakeholder in the organic food industry, a potential investor, or a consumer interested in healthier choices, our detailed report offers valuable insights to guide your decisions and strategies. Let's embrace the organic revolution and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable world! 🌏🌿 #OrganicFood #MarketResearch #Sustainability #Health #FoodIndustry #Growth #CAGR #ConsumerTrends #BusinessStrategy #Innovation

https://lnkd.in/geiFmXPz As consumer preferences continue to evolve, the food industry must remain agile and responsive. The shift towards healthier, organic, and plant-based options is not just a passing trend but a fundamental change in how people approach food. For food processing companies, adapting to this change will require a combination of innovation, strategic pricing, and a commitment to quality.

🇰🇷🇩🇪 Infinite Roots® partnered with Pulmuone to debut its mycelium-based meat analogues in South Korea The products, featured in Pulmuone's Earth Diet line, include meatballs and hamburger steak. The products focus on the natural umami flavours of mycelium and mushrooms rather than mimicking meat, aligning with local tastes and sustainability goals. Infinite Roots’ approval process highlights differences between regions: South Korea’s quicker, localized system versus the EU’s comprehensive but slower framework. This disparity encouraged the German company to prioritize Asian markets for initial commercial rollouts. Pulmuone’s strong reputation in health-focused food and its $2.1B revenue (with a 135% profit growth in 2023) position it as a pivotal partner for Infinite Roots. Through its Earth Diet label, Pulmuone aims to broaden its meat alternative portfolio while aligning with its ESG goals. Mazen Rizk ✉️ Hungry for more updates on biotech-enabled agrifood businesses and breakthroughs? Devour the free subscription: betterbioeconomy.com

Plant-Based Progress: Unveiling the Science Crafting Meat Alternatives The culinary landscape is witnessing a green revolution, with plant-based meat alternatives carving a robust niche. Behind this burgeoning trend lies a rich tapestry of scientific exploration and innovation. Welcome to the narrative of Plant-Based Progress, where science and sustainability converge to redefine the essence of meaty flavors and textures. At the core of this green venture lies the science of food technology, molecular biology, and sensory analysis. Understanding the texture, flavor, and nutritional profile of traditional meat and engineering plant-based alternatives to mimic these attributes is a riveting scientific endeavor. Techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Mass Spectrometry are employed to analyze and replicate the complex flavor profiles, while texture analyzers and extrusion technology are instrumental in achieving the desired mouthfeel and chewiness associated with traditional meat. The excitement crescendos as new plant-based proteins, derived from a variety of sources like soy, peas, and even fungi, are being discovered and formulated into meat alternatives. It's a realm where culinary artistry meets scientific rigor, leading to the creation of plant-based meats that challenge the sensory experiences of traditional meat. The marketplace is vibrant with opportunity as the global plant-based meat market continues to grow exponentially. Consumer awareness about environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and health benefits associated with plant-based diets is driving this market forward. Moreover, as regulatory frameworks evolve to support plant-based innovations, the path for emerging and established players in this sector widens. Furthermore, the nutritional fortification of plant-based meats is an exhilarating frontier. By enriching these products with essential nutrients like B vitamins and Omega-3 fatty acids, the narrative of plant-based meats as nutritious and sustainable alternatives is strengthened. Plant-Based Progress is not just a trend; it’s a testimony to the boundless potential when science, sustainability, and market demand harmonize. It beckons food scientists, technologists, and market visionaries to delve into the plant-based domain, crafting products that are as satiating to the palate as they are to the planet. #PlantBasedProgress #MeatAlternatives #FoodScience #MarketOpportunity #Sustainable

The past few years have witnessed a string of innovations and new product launches in the plant-based meat space. But price still remains a major obstacle that prevents consumers from switching to plant-based products. In my recent conversation with food scientist and chef Anthony Warner, we discuss the varied technical complexities involved in developing a plant-based product , the major cost-drivers and what manufacturers can focus on to manage formulation costs better. I definitely learned a lot while working on this piece. Read on to know more. New Food Innovation Ltd Food Ingredients First Conrad Astley #alternativeproteins #plantbasedprotein #plantbasedfood #plantbasedmeat #foodandbeverageindustry #foodscienceandtechnology #technicalinterview #plantbasednutrition #foodandbeverageindustry #sustainablefood

🧫🥩 North Carolina leads the movement for more alternative proteins. Believer Meats partners with the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at North Carolina State University, established through a $30M grant from the Bezos Earth Fund. The center aims to advance the production and commercialization of alternative proteins to address the global protein supply gap. Believer Meats is set to open a commercial-scale production facility in Wilson, N.C., by the end of 2024, which will produce over 26 million pounds of cultivated meat annually. This 200,000 sq. ft. facility will feature an innovation center and tasting kitchen, creating up to 100 new jobs in food production and science. Andy Jarvis, Director of the Future of Food at The Bezos Earth Fund, stressed the importance of bringing innovative protein products to market to meet future nutrition needs. The Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein will bring together academia, industry, chefs, and policymakers to develop and commercialize advanced protein manufacturing methods such as cultivated meat, plant-based products, and precision fermentation. Ryan Combs, Executive Director at the Research Triangle Regional Partnership (RTRP), emphasized that this initiative complements North Carolina's agricultural tradition and positions the state as a natural leader in the alternative protein industry. More information in the full Business Wire article: https://lnkd.in/e3pkwP7D #ForwardFooding #altprotein #futurefood #cultivatedmeat #foodsystems #foodtech #innovation