Agroloop aims to position Hungary at forefront of insect farming
Hungarian player focused on supplying alt protein for livestock and pets
Novel proteins
ForFarmers and Remediiate align to advance feed circularity
Plan to turn captured carbon into a valuable raw material
Meatly: Lab-grown meat feeding trials with dogs prove successful
Lab-grown meat startup, Meatly, has successfully completed feeding trials in dogs, with results showing that pets found its cultivated chicken to be “highly palatable” and there were no safety concerns.
BioMar: Novel ingredients can drive fish health and aquaculture sustainability
Research coming out of BioMar’s R&D department shows novel ingredients are delivering more than just good sustainability metrics.
Is there a link between declining marine osmolytes in feed and rising winter wounds and ulcers in salmon?
Dr Antony Prabhu Philip, a senior scientist at NOFIMA, believes so.
Global investments and technology advances in insect protein: Spotlight on Tebrio, Entosystem, Entocycle and EnviroFlight
This week we report on investor action in the insect protein sector and on the increasing reliance on advanced technology for scalable production in that industry.
Proposed EUDR delay: Impact on feed and livestock companies
At FeedNavigator’s panel at the AgTech Innovation Summit in Amsterdam, industry leaders discussed EUDR compliance challenges and opportunities, just a week after the EU Commission suggested postponing the regulation’s implementation by a year.
Fungal protein may enhance dog health and digestion
The results of a new study by the Research Laboratory in Canine Nutrition at Brazil's Federal University of Paraná (UFPR) suggests that fungal protein can improve dog health and digestion.
Feature: Protein innovation
Green Plains and Houdek look to unlock potential of fermented protein
Fermented plant-based proteins are emerging as a promising ingredient category in feed, with two US-based companies at the forefront of this innovation: Green Plains, headquartered in Nebraska, and Houdek, based in South Dakota.
ABN explores pulses as alternative to imported soy in pig diets
ABN, a British pig and poultry feed manufacturer, is advancing its efforts to reduce reliance on imported soy, a major contributor to the carbon footprint of pig diets.
Algiecel secures €6.5m to help scale microalgae technology
Copenhagen-based biotech company, Algiecel, has raised DKK 50 million (€6.5m or US$7.11m) in equity funding, with the round led by West Hill Capital.
UK team bags £2.2m to advance gene-edited crop research
Researchers from the University of Nottingham are part of a team that have been awarded £2.2m (US$2.87m) to evaluate the use and potential of precision-bred crops for UK food and farming.
What does the future hold for the insect protein industry?
As the insect farming industry matures, companies are facing mounting pressures to scale sustainably, attract further capital, and deliver on their promises.
UK government set to advance precision breeding legislation for gene-edited crops
The UK government has announced next steps toward implementing the Precision Breeding Act, aimed at harnessing the benefits of gene editing technology in England.
What’s gone wrong for Ynsect?
The French poster child of the insect farming industry has filed a safeguard plan after failing to find enough financing for its expansion plans. Can it find cash from some investors?
How viable an alternative to soy is sunflower meal?
Rapeseed meal, sunflower meal and other plant-based proteins have shown potential as partial replacements for soybean meal (SBM) in animal diets, though outcomes depend on protein levels and dietary adjustments.
Pet food industry shifts: Merger deal, novel ingredients, and a new push for sustainability
The pet food industry is evolving, and recent weeks have seen a major acquisition, innovative ingredient developments, strategic partnerships, and a new sustainability initiative.
From Deep Branch to Aerbio: Rebranding, buyout, and the debut of gas to feed pilot facility
Aerbio has officially launched, while its pilot facility converting carbon dioxide into protein goes online, marking a key milestone for the business.
Single cell proteins: A question of cost
Single Cell Protein (SCP) produced by biomass fermentation has long been talked about in terms of its potential as an alternative protein source for feedstock, but how close is it to being a viable option?
Extracting more value from spent grains: a brewery-backed blueprint
Working with one of the world’s largest breweries, Duynie Group is extracting value from brewer’s spent grains by transforming the protein fraction into concentrate that can be used by the food and feed industries.
Nutreco champions protein production from varied sources as cell feed plant goes online
Nutreco’s new cell feed production facility represents a significant milestone for the cultivated meat industry, addressing key challenges related to cost and scalability.
Nasekomo upgrades neonate tech to boost insect protein production
Nasekomo has enhanced its neonate delivery service for Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae by introducing a suspension technology that is designed to improve the efficiency and reliability of insect-based protein production.
Entocycle raises $2.6m for international expansion as new insect facility opens in Leeds
Insect farming technology developer, Entocycle, has secured an additional $2.6m in funding to support its growth plans across Europe and beyond.
Is insect farming’s ‘green’ image overblown?
New peer-reviewed academic research challenges a key premise of the environmental case for insect farming, a global industry that has received billions of dollars in support from investors, major companies, and governments in recent years.
Green Plains boosts high protein ingredient production capacity
Green Plains and joint venture partner, Tharaldson Ethanol, report that the world’s largest MSC system, located at Tharaldson's 175 million-gallon biorefinery in Casselton, North Dakota, is now producing and shipping on-spec products.
Ban urged on use of West African fish oil by Norwegian salmon farmers
A new campaign sees 39 organizations, including prominent groups from West Africa and Norway, urging the Norwegian government to prohibit its farmed salmon producers from utilizing fish oil sourced from West Africa.
Alltech Fennoaqua and Volare collaborate on insect-fed rainbow trout launch
Finnish insect ingredient company Volare is teaming up with three fish farming stakeholders on an insect-fed rainbow trout product launch in Finland.
Agroloop to launch insect processing facility in Hungary, commissioning set for Q4 2024
Hungarian insect ingredient startup Agroloop has constructed a new Black Soldier Fly (BSF) industrial facility near Budapest Airport.
Blue Food Innovation Summit, London
Overcoming scaling challenges for emerging aquafeed ingredients: 'Industry must commit early for the long term'
Early-stage partnerships are vital for scaling alternative ingredients in aquafeed, concluded a panel at the Blue Food Innovation Summit in May.
Sustainable fish feed innovation: Microbial protein from soybean wastewater
As global food demand rises, aquaculture stands out as the fastest-growing animal protein sector. However, the sustainability of current aquafeed protein ingredients remains a pressing concern.
Protein and high value raw materials from grass: €9m project kicks off across Ireland and Denmark
Ireland's Munster Technological University (MTU) is leading an international green biorefinery demonstration initiative.
Australian insect producer inks feed deal with Skretting
Skretting continues to back the development and validation of new novel ingredients with it recently signing off on an offtake agreement with an Australian insect protein startup.
Protein innovator Enifer secures €36m in funding, new factory build on the horizon
Enifer has announced the completion of a funding package worth €36m (US$39m) that enables it to start building a food-grade mycoprotein factory in Finland, with the initial output set to be feed grade.
Calysta novel protein secures European pet food market entry
Interzoo in May marked the debut of a pet food product featuring a novel protein from Calysta.
New tie-up aimed at expanding access to sustainable pet food ingredients
Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition and precision fermentation technology innovator, Bond Pet Foods, are partnering to develop tailored ingredients for pet food applications.
Hatch Blue identifies 9 promising protein-rich aquafeed ingredients
A comprehensive report released by Hatch Blue sheds light on the critical need for sustainable, protein-rich aquafeed ingredients to support the booming aquaculture industry while mitigating environmental concerns.
Enifer turns its focus to shrimp after promising results in salmon for its fungi protein
Enifer, a Finnish biotech startup, reports positive results in research trials focused on the aquaculture sector with its mycoprotein, Pekilo Aqua.
Innovafeed aims to advance sustainable insect protein production in North America
Innovafeed recently inaugurated an insect innovation center in Illinois, US, marking a milestone in its pursuit of global insect-based ingredient production.
From hurdles to heights: Maltento's journey in insect biotechnology
What are some of the challenges that South Africa’s Maltento has encountered on its journey from a small-scale operation to a serious player in insect biotechnology?
Insect protein for companion animals: Hill’s Pet Nutrition sees great potential
Leading US pet food manufacturer Hill’s Pet Nutrition highlights insects as a valuable, sustainable protein and fiber source for dogs.
How will the EU boost resilience in domestic feed proteins?
Enhancing the EU's strength in protein supply for feed and food stands is a critical priority for the region, according to a gathering of EU ministers for agriculture and the EU Commission in Limburg, Belgium.
New York startup emerges as top contender in Soy Innovation Challenge
Clean Label Solution, a startup based in Ithaca, New York, is one of four finalists in the Soy Innovation Challenge, a collaborative effort led by the United Soybean Board, the Yield Lab Institute, and other partners.
How will industry meet demand for 100m tons of aqua feed by 2050?
The scale-up of novel protein resources to deliver significant volumes of raw materials for use in aquaculture feed still requires further development, according to a recent paper.
Top 10 most read articles so far this year
We delve into the diverse array of topics that have resonated deeply with our readers since January, shaping the discourse and informing perspectives on issues.
Precision fermentation technology company, Bond, unveils partnership with pet food major
A collaborative partnership is propelling Bond Pet Foods, which produces animal proteins through precision fermentation, onto the next stage of its growth journey.
China green lights Calysta’s novel protein for use in shrimp and fish feed
Calysta has received official approval from China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) for the utilization of its single-cell protein (SCP) product, FeedKind, in aquaculture feeds for fish and shrimp in China.
Ÿnsect eyes US pet nutrition market as it gets the nod to commercialize mealworm proteins in dog food
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), following two years of evaluation, has granted Ÿnsect the first authorization for the commercialization of defatted mealworm proteins in the US.
Danish dog food startup unveils super-premium insect-based brand
Danish pet food and treat startup, Globe Buddy, says it has taken a further step towards environmentally friendly pet nutrition by introducing a super-premium dog food, Globe Buddy Brown, incorporating insect-derived protein.
Protix signs loan deal with EIB to access up to €37m to build new production site in Poland
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is supporting Protix in the expansion of its protein production.
Skretting acquires significant share of Volare's upcoming BSF production volume
Finnish insect ingredient producer, Volare, announced a significant commercial advancement with Skretting signing an offtake agreement with the startup.