Ginkgo and Invaio will develop fermentation strains for peptide manufacturing. The companies said the collaboration is intended to support efficient production of peptide-based crop protection inputs as biological alternatives to conventional chemistry.
FDA has opened a post-market safety review of BHA preservative. The agency has issued a formal request for information covering current uses, exposure, and safety evidence, including applications where BHA is used as a food contact substance.
ofi launched three single origin cocoa liquors under deZaan. Unveiled for ISM 2026, the range targets repeatable fine-flavour profiles at industrial scale.
Tanmiah has signed MoUs to turn waste into poultry feed. The Saudi poultry producer is pairing insect-based protein R&D with digital waste tracking to reduce exposure to imported feed inputs.
TraceGains adds packaging specification management with native Esko WebCenter integration. The release targets end-to-end visibility across ingredients, packaging, and artwork, with automated change control and audit-ready approvals.
Aldi, Danone, and Eat Natural join the FDF fibre push. The three businesses have set pledges on reformulation, labelling, and consumer prompts to help close the UK’s 30g-per-day fibre gap.
Tony’s Chocolonely says ethical sourcing helped sustain cocoa-hit sales growth. Its 2024/25 FAIR report cites 32,133 farmers covered by its sourcing principles, and 99.9% verified deforestation-free cocoa, as the brand expands direct supply chains while maintaining product specs.
CoBank’s Brian Earnest outlined poultry constraints at IPPE 2026 forum. He said labour remains tight, chicken demand is still rising, and processors are leaning harder on heavier birds, further processing, and automation.
McCain will trial regenerative potato farming on 202 hectares locally. A new research partnership will test circular nutrients, low-input rotations, and publish annual performance data.
GNT is pitching functional Exberry colours for confectionery reformulation now. At ISM Ingredients 2026 in Cologne, it showcased fruit gum concepts pairing plant-based colours with added actives such as vitamins, caffeine, and botanicals for “better-for-you” sweets positioning.