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Daring Foods Acquired by v2food With Ajinomoto Investment
Plant-based poultry producer Daring Foods has been acquired by Australian alt-protein company v2food, with backing by Ajinomoto Co, Inc. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Jeff Gendelman, CEO of Daring Foods, told Nosh the partnership will leverage the scale and frozen food expertise of Ajinomoto and the proprietary protein technology of v2food, bringing the brand into new protein formats and meal occasions across retail and foodservice channels.
Misha’s Acquires Vertage: Dairy-Free Cheese Consolidation
Misha’s, Inc. is expanding its portfolio of premium dairy-free cheeses with the acquisition of Vertage in a deal that leverages Vertage’s partnership with Fresh Del Monte Produce, providing access to its comprehensive logistics network and capabilities. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “By integrating Vertage’s expertise and leveraging Fresh Del Monte’s infrastructure, we’re not… Read more »
Green Circle: Are Plant-Protein’s ‘High’ Costs Overstated?
A new report by Green Circle Capital Advisors is arguing that perception around plant-based protein costs being higher than their animal-based counterparts is inaccurate once you consider the actual protein content of meats and dairy products.
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Naturally More Ships First Complete Line of Nut Butters Boosted with Probiotics
Naturally More® of Madera, Calif., is leveraging its growth in the nut butter segment by launching the industry’s first complete line of nut butters boosted with the natural wholesomeness of probiotics and flax.
Modern Table Meals Launches New Bean-Based Meal Kits and Pastas
Modern Table Meals, a line of delicious and nutritious meal kits created to help solve the “what’s for dinner?” dilemma, announced the launch of four new family-friendly products. The new offerings include Cheddar Broccoli Meal Kit, Creamy Mushroom Meal Kit, and two Bean Pastas – Lentil Rotini and Lentil Elbows.
VMG, TerraVia Partner to Build Investing Platform — With Algae
This week private equity firm VMG Partners and algae-based food maker TerraVia (formerly Solazyme, Inc) announced the formation of a new venture, TerraBrands. The new group, which will function as a part of TerraVia, will acquire or invest in leading food and beverage companies that would like to incorporate TerraVia’s algae-based ingredients into their products.
Explore Cuisine Launches New Pulse Pastas
Explore Cuisine, the first company to bring bean pastas to market, is launching new “Pulse Pastas”—the brand’s newest product line of pastas made from organic lentils and organic chickpeas. Made in Italy, Explore Cuisine’s Pulse Pastas are vegan, organic, gluten-free, high in protein and a good source of fiber
Upton’s Introduces 100% Vegan Classic Burger
Upton’s Naturals, a pioneer of flavored seitan, is introducing a Classic Burger to its popular lineup. Crafted to have an impressive meat-like texture, this new, wheat-based Burger is perfectly seasoned to mimic the all-American patty.
Healthy Skoop Highlights New Packaging, Products & Charitable Partnership
At the Expo West, Healthy Skoop plans to showcase new branding and packaging, introduce new products and educate buyers and industry influencers about the company’s long-term commitment to giving back through Project Produce.
Tempt to Introduce Three New Hemp-Based Products
Tempt offers a few more reasons to believe hemp truly is a miracle food. In addition to non-dairy milk, the innovative company adds two hemp-featuring line extensions and a new hemp-coconut milk blend all rich in omegas, protein and flavor.
Vega Launches New Premium Plant-Based Fuel
Vega has announced the launch of Vega Clean Protein and Vega Clean Energy — premium, clean, plant-based sources of fuel. Vega Clean Protein features 25 grams complete, premium multisource protein to help build and repair strong muscles and Vega Clean Energy is the clean, plant-based fuel you need to perform before your workout starts.