The LIVEKINDLY co. acquires Swedish plant-based meat brand, Oumph!

17-Jun-2020 By Mary Ellen Shoup

The LIVEKINDLY co., which launched in March with the ambition of becoming one of the
largest plant-based food companies, has acquired Swedish plant-based meat brand, Oumph!,
known for its soy-based burgers, strips, and pulled meat products.

BIOMILQ raises $3.5m to fund mammary cell-cultured human breastmilk

platform, disrupt infant nutrition market
16-Jun-2020 By Elaine Watson
BIOMILQ – a startup producing breastmilk by culturing human mammary cells - has raised
$3.5m to meet the needs of the four fifths of women who transition to dairy-based formula
before the recommended six-month exclusivity period for breastfeeding, but...

IFIC: Intermittent fasting replaces clean eating as most popular diet, presents
marketing challenges
16-Jun-2020 By Elizabeth Crawford
More Americans are dieting in 2020 than last year, but unlike in previous years their new
favored eating pattern likely will provide little marketing fodder for food and beverage
manufacturers hoping to appeal to followers with easy call-outs, the addition...

Influence of insect and microalgae feeds on meat quality

Science Daily
Insects and microalgae are up-and-coming sectors to meet protein demands for humans and animals. Therefore,
researchers nvestigated whether ...
Researchers investigate the influence of insect and microalgae feeds on meat quality - Phys.Org
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The Re_ Device Promises to Let You Grow Your Own Edible  Insects at Home
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The next trend in food: Edible insects?

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"A review of edible insect industrialization: Scales of production and ... already eat insects, many species of which
contain as much protein as beef, ...
Trending topics at SHIFT20, the virtual IFT show, from plant-based  protein trends to sustainable ...
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In the news today, we hear about such products as lab-based meat and dairy, plant-based burgers that
bleed, insect pasta, algae, super mushrooms, ...

Perfect Day creates The Urgent Company for CPGs

Brave Robot ice cream is the first brand under the new company, which is
independent and can quickly launch products featuring the animal-free dairy
proteins.

By Megan Poinski • July 17, 2020

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Branching out to a new plant-based ingredient made from

wood

Arbiom's SylPro, made from fermented wood pieces, just finished a proof-of-

concept test showing it can replace more traditional soy, pea and wheat proteins
in meat substitutes.

By Megan Poinski • July 16, 2020

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Plant-based protein diet reduces the chance of death from

heart disease

A study published by the JAMA Network said replacing 3% of an individual’s

total animal protein consumption corresponded to a 10% drop in overall
mortality risk.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 16, 2020

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Dietary Guidelines scientific report could deliver a plant-

based policy win

The document, which will be used by the federal government for the new official
guidelines for a healthy diet, encourages more consumption of fruits and
vegetables, and less red meat, alcohol and sugar.

By Megan Poinski • July 16, 2020

How plant-based eating can help save the world

Panelists at the Institute of Food Technologists' virtual event, including

entrepreneur Seth Goldman, said making this dietary change will go the
furthest toward improving sustainability and consumer health.

By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2020

DuPont launches plant-based Danisco Planit portfolio to widen
product options

The new line features proteins, hydrocolloids, cultures, probiotics, fibers, food

protection, antioxidants, natural extracts, emulsifiers and enzymes, as well as
tailor-made systems.
Good Catch launches frozen plant-based seafood

New England Style Plant-Based Crab Cakes, Thai Style Plant-Based Fish Cakes
and Classic Plant-Based Fish Burgers get the company's alternative fish
products to the center of the plate, CEO and co-founder Chris Kerr said.

By Megan Poinski • July 09, 2020

Perfect Day announces $160M in funding

The investment, led by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Fund, brings the
animal-free dairy company's Series C cash raise to $300 million and bolsters
its sustainability claims.

By Megan Poinski • July 08, 2020

Sesajal takes minority stake in Rhythm Superfoods

The plant-based snacks company will use the investment from the Mexico-
based seeds and grains producer to expand capacity and increase marketing.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 25, 2020

Nutriati and PLT launch textured pulse protein for plant-based

meat

Made with a blend of chickpea flour and yellow pea protein, the new
ingredient is intended for meat substitutes ranging from hamburgers
and chicken to fish and pork.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 25, 2020

JBS' plant-based Ozo comes to stores and e-commerce

The brand, which features protein from fermented shiitake mushrooms, is embracing a

dual sales approach, appearing on shelves in a dozen states and as a direct-to-consumer
option.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 19, 2020

Plant-based products sell 23% better in the meat section, study
finds

The research, done by Kroger and the Plant Based Foods Association, found
consumers spent more and got a greater variety of items when the products
were not in a separate section.

By Megan Poinski • July 10, 2020

Plant-based chicken startup Nuggs gets $4.1M investment and

creates parent corporation

Simulate, the new company, brought on two industry veterans and has plans to launch a
spicy version of its nuggets, chicken patties and hot dogs.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 10, 2020

Impossible Foods CFO: Converting 'hypergrowth' into long-term

sustainability

Grocery demand for fresh or frozen plant-based meats surged 300% in March, while
store sales of Impossible Burger have more than doubled every month since April,
according to David Lee.

By Jane Thier • July 08, 2020

Beyond moves closer to meat price parity with value pack launch

The Cookout Classic 10-packs have a suggested retail price of $15.99 or $1.60 per plant-
based patty and are only available for a limited time.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 18, 2020