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Mealworm protein extraction shows anti-diabetic benefits
In a groundbreaking new study, The Journal of Food Science compared four different methods for extracting mealworm protein.
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In-Depth Focus: Alternative Proteins
The Alternative Proteins In-Depth Focus in New Food Issue 1 2024 features articles from THIS™, Globe Buddy and TurtleTree, sharing their insight into the different areas of alternative protein and discuss how they are innovating to offer consumers a range of alternatives that are more sustainable yet deliver the same…
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New Food Issue 1 2024
In the first 2024 print issue of New Food, we feature exclusive content from leading industry experts and thought leaders discussing: the latest advancements and campaigns that are impacting the food safety sector; the importance of quality ingredients that offer the consumer the best possible eating experience, without compromising in…
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Will Europeans embrace alternative proteins?
A new study has analysed European consumers' attitudes towards alternative protein food products, including those containing insect protein and seaweed.
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Episode 36: Would you eat an insect?
New Food's Joshua Minchin and Grace Galler speak to Dr Jessica Danaher about using insects as a source of alternative protein and why it could be a sustainable solution for our protein demands.
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Do insects have the consumer seal of approval?
A study has revealed that most people view insects as an alternative and sustainable source of food for the future.
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Nutrition Technologies closes $20m equity round
Asia’s first industrial insect company, Nutrition Technologies, plans new product launches and market expansion after closing $20 million equity round led by PTT Ventures.
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Why mycoprotein looks set to take a chunk of the plant-based market
The rising trend of mycoprotein as a food ingredient is here to stay. In this article, Paulo Teixeira reviews how we got where we are, why we should prepare to see more of this fungal protein ingredient, and why that’s a great thing!
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What are the food safety experts worried about?
Ahead of the Food Safety Conference in Twickenham Stadium this 5-6 October, we find out what the experts consider to be the most concerning food safety challenges now and in the future.
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Mealworm seasoning, sir?
Insects are beginning to become more accepted as a food source, but researchers from South Korea are taking things a step further in a bid to integrate insect protein even further in our diet.
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FSA to launch edible insect consultation
The FSA will conduct an insect protein consultation, with brands being asked to submit applications before December 2023 in order to stay on shop shelves.
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Primary school children get educated on entomophagy
Four primary schools in the UK are set to pilot a scheme that aims to educate children about eating alternative proteins, such as insects.
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Episode 25 – Emerging allergens
The New Food team get the lowdown on new allergens that might emerge as we strive to create a more innovative and sustainable food sector. Hear from two leading allergen experts and the usual trio of Bethan, Abi, and Josh.
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Let’s go ento!
Insects are about to become part of our western everyday meals. Here, Iwan Tamm from plant- and insect-based pet food brand Percuro tells how our furry friends are taking the lead.
