Organic sales in the United States are continuing to increase, although growth last year was slower than in 2020, according to data released by the Organic Trade Association.
Canadian dairy player Agropur is injecting $34 million into its ice cream plant in Truro, Nova Scotia to support the development of “several business opportunities” in certain growing segments of the ice cream market.
Global alcoholic drinks showed resilience last year by growing 12% in value to reach $1.17 trillion, easily making up Covid losses of 4% in 2020 according to new data from London-based drinks analyst IWSR. In the same year, total alcohol volume grew by 3%, after losses of 6% in the year prior.
Food security has become a key issue highlighted by the Chinese government as the authorities look to ensure stable supplies despite upheaval outside the country and the challenges of climate change. With the world’s biggest population – although India is set to take that accolade in the coming decade – China has 1.4 billion mouths…
Campaigners in Europe have said that animal welfare concerns mean that live exports from the UK and the EU should be prohibited. Groups including Compassion in World Farming (CIWF) this week held Ban Live Exports Awareness Day as they pressed their case for the sending abroad of live animals to end. The awareness day was…
Ohio-based fermented foods brand Cleveland Kitchen, has picked up $19 million in Series A financing to accelerate Cleveland Kitchen’s growth and to complete the acquisition of Sonoma Brinery, a premium pickle manufacturer. The deal was led by Amberstone, with participation from existing investor Clover Vitality.
SIAL 2022 welcomes new patron Mauro Colagreco to champion 'own the change' campaign.
The internationally renowned chef is partnering with SIAL 2022 to help people change their relationship with food and develop a circular gastronomy.
The authorities in Abu Dhabi have awarded contracts worth 310 million dirhams (€78.7 million) for the building and operation of two farms, one of which will be hydroponic.
New York-based Hella Cocktail Company, a brand of botanically inspired mixers and beverages, has secured an investment of $5 million from the venture arm of whiskey maker Uncle Nearest.
