Sigma announced the U.S. launch of the newest addition to its portfolio of brands, Better Balance. This plant-based brand that caters to plant-curious individuals. The products provide healthy protein alternatives that deliver delicious flavors and nutrition. Available products include Grounds, a beef alternative; Shreds, a chicken, fish, or pork alternative;...
Yokneam Illit, Israel—NextFerm Technologies announced its successful completion of an industrial production pilot for ProteVin, a vegan, non-GMO, yeast-based protein alternative. The food-tech company reported in a press release that the successful pilot is the first of three milestones towards commercial production and launch of ProteVin, planned in 2022. The two...
Todd Pauli of 24 Stories Marketing and WholeFoods Editor-in-Chief Maggie Jaqua discuss key focuses for the natural products industry, including addressing the debate over positioning plant-based protein in store, offering a look at supporting immune health beyond supplements, and recognizing the brands that had the greatest impact on business for natural products retailers,...
Wageningen, Netherlands—Unilever and Algenuity are partnering to explore the potential of microalgae protein, according to a press release. Algenuity specializes in developing microalgae for use in consumer products, and will work with Unilever’s R&D team in the Foods and Refreshment division to explore ways of bringing microalgae-based foods to market.
Planterra Foods has launched OZO, a plant-based protein line. Made without artificial ingredients, OZO’s three introductory products include Burgers (two-4 oz patties), Grounds (12 oz), and Mexican-Seasoned Grounds (12 oz). Each product is Vegan certified, non-GMO, soy-free, and made with a blend of pea and rice protein. P.O. Box 190,...
Ancient Nutrition has launched Plant Protein+. Available in vanilla, chocolate and berry, this line is made entirely from seeds, botanicals, adaptogens, and functional mushrooms without any isolates, grains, legumes or other processed ingredients. Plant Protein+ works to promote a healthy body composition and fat metabolism, in addition to supporting healthy...
Planterra Foods has launched OZO, a plant-based protein brand. Less calories, fat, and saturated fat than other leading plant-based protein options in the marketplace, OZO’s line will include Burgers, Ground, Mexican-Seasoned Ground, Italian-Style Meatballs, and foodservice and club packs. The four offerings are non-GMO, soy-free, and do not contain artificial...
Naas, Ireland—Kerry announced in a press release that it has acquired the Spanish company Pevesa Biotech, expanding its non-allergenic and organic plant protein capability. Pevesa is an established global leader in non-allergenic, non-GMO plant proteins for the infant, general, and clinical nutrition markets, the release says. Pevesa offers a range...
Chicago, IL—ADM’s Board of Directors announced their fourth quarter earnings in a press release. Highlights: Net earnings of $504 million, EPS of $0.90—up from $0.55 in 2018—and higher year-over-year results for Ag Services & Oilseeds and Nutrition segments. ADM’s Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.36 per share...
Fairfield, NJ and Hermosa Beach, CA—OWYN announced a growth investment round led by PowerPlant Ventures in a press release. PowerPlant joins existing investors Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. and Halen Brands, Inc. Mark Olivieri, President of OWYN, said in the release: “We are really proud of what OWYN has accomplished to...
