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FDA to Phase Out Animal Testing Requirement for Some Drugs in "Win for Public Health & Ethics"

1 week ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced it will be phasing out animal testing in the development of monoclonal antibody therapies and some other drugs, in what has been described as a “groundbreaking step to advance public health”. Animal testing will be replaced with more effective, human-relevant methods, including AI-based computational models of toxicity and cell lines along with organoid toxicity testing in a laboratory setting.
Danish Ice Cream Maker Kastbergs Achieves V-Label Certification for Vegan Sorbets

1 week ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

Kastbergs Is, a Danish producer of premium ice creams, has gained V-Label certification for its range of vegan sorbets. The sorbets are reportedly made with minimal processing, using natural fruit bases and recipes developed in collaboration with professional chefs. They are available in flavors such as lemon, raspberry, and mango, and are said to feature a consistent texture and melt profile optimized for plating and storage in professional kitchens.
Corbion Launches New Egg Replacers to Help Bakeries Overcome Supply Chain Issues

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

Food and biochemicals company Corbion has announced it is expanding its portfolio of egg replacers with two new products — Vantage™ 12E and Vantage™ 11E. Designed for manufacturers of bakery products, the egg replacers are intended to address the supply chain issues increasingly facing the egg industry, as avian flu continues to cause shortages and price rises. Vantage™ 11E is designed for complete egg replacement in bread and bun applications without the need for reformulation.
Tiba Tempeh Launches Smoky Tempeh Block, Gains Waitrose Listing

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

UK brand Tiba Tempeh has announced the launch of a new product, Smoky Tempeh Block. Infused with a smoky marinade, the tempeh can be used to add flavour to a variety of dishes, including stir-fries, pastas, and sandwiches. Tiba Tempeh also reports that it has secured a listing at supermarket chain Waitrose for three of its products — Original Block, Sweet Chilli Pieces, and the new Smoky Block.
Study: Lactic Acid Bacteria Could Enhance Flavor & Nutrition of Dairy Alternatives

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

A new review led by researchers from Novonesis and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) has found that lactic acid bacteria could help improve the flavor and nutritional profile of plant-based dairy alternatives. By analyzing existing literature, the authors explore how fermentation with selected bacterial strains could reduce off-flavours and degrade anti-nutrients, enhancing nutrient bioavailability.
Tempeh Brand Better Nature Launches at Hundreds of REWE Stores Across Germany

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

UK tempeh brand Better Nature has announced that its Organic and Smoky tempeh products have launched into 200 REWE stores across central Germany. The news comes just weeks after the tempeh gained a listing at 400 REWE Sudwest stores in the country. In total, Better Nature products are now available at around 1,300 REWE stores in Germany, following a previous launch last year.
Plant-Led Ingredients Supplier Freshcut Foods Rebrands to Natural Innovations

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

Freshcut Foods, a UK-based company supplying plant-led ingredients to the food industry, has announced it is rebranding to Natural Innovations. The change is said to mark the next stage of the company’s growth journey, as it increasingly focuses on food innovation and helping business customers adjust to changing consumer preferences.
EIT Food Initiative Announces €875,000 in Funding for Startups Including Hooked & BettaF!sh

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

EIT Food, a food innovation community supported by the EU’s European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), has announced the winners of its Fast Track to Market Initiative. A total of €874,503 will be awarded to four mature agrifood startups and SMEs. The funding will help the companies accelerate their commercial success, enter new markets, and expand in existing ones. The winners are:BettaF!sh (Germany) — A foodtech company turning seaweed into nutrient-rich food solutions.
Actual Veggies Becomes Exclusive Veggie Burger Supplier for Eurest

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

Eurest, a major food service provider for American companies, has announced that Actual Veggies will become its exclusive veggie burger supplier. Through the partnership, Actual Veggies’ chef-crafted Black Bean Burger will be available across Eurest’s more than 1,600 marketplaces US-wide. The launch comes after Chris Ivens-Brown, Chief Culinary Officer for Eurest and Compass Group North America, bought a box of Actual Veggies burgers to try at home.
Study: Healthy Plant-Based Diets May Reduce Risk of Blood Clots in the Legs or Lungs

2 weeks ago | vegconomist.com | Bethany Chester

A study published in the journal JACC: Advances has found that consuming a healthy plant-based diet could reduce the risk of dangerous blood clots in the legs or lungs, known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). 183,510 participants free of VTE were recruited and assessed to see how closely they adhered to a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. Their genetic risk of VTE was also tested.