Jason Kawata to take on role as vice president of technology, food division
July 30, 2020
PURE Bioscience, Inc., creator of the patented non-toxic silver dihydrogen citrate (SDC) antimicrobial, announced the appointment of Jason Kawata as its new vice president of technology, food division.
Investors back rapidly growing wellness shot brand via virtual fundraising
July 28, 2020
Vive Organic, makers of doctor crafted, cold-pressed wellness shots, announced the closing of a $13-million Series B funding round led by Monogram Capital with participation by Cambridge SPG and Powerplant Ventures.
New AgTech Company is founded by Larry Ellison and Dr. David Agus
July 27, 2020
Sensei Ag continues the spirit and draws upon the technological foundations of its sister company Sensei Retreats. With the shared vision of helping people live longer, healthier lives, Sensei Ag will take the learnings of its pilot farm on Lāna’i across the globe and bring hyper-local, nutrient-rich, affordable food to developed and emerging economies.
New brand, leadership and products reflect company's ongoing evolution toward R&D-based ingredient innovation
July 23, 2020
Bluegrass Ingredients' Agile Innovation™ Model offers a formalized approach to delivering a wide range of products and solutions for customers, including citrus powders, vegan and clean-label formulations and custom ingredients.
Angie Miller to assume new role as vice president of sales
July 23, 2020
Ardent Mills, a flour-milling and ingredient company, announced that Angie Miller has joined the company as vice president of sales. In this role, Miller will be part of the company’s senior leadership team and will lead sales strategies, create consistent value and continue to deliver exceptional customer experience.
Drink infused with nootropics and adaptogens acquired by private beverage group with sights set on international expansion
July 22, 2020
Beverage USA Holdings Inc. announced the acquisition of the assets of Nerd Beverage Corporation, a mental acuity drink company designed to disrupt the industry as it enhances focus, concentration, memory and energy with powerful nootropics and performance-boosting nutrients.
The Burger King® brand partnered with top scientists to develop and test a new diet for cows, which aims to reduce daily methane emissions
July 22, 2020
According to the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization, livestock is responsible for approximately 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Cows release methane, a greenhouse gas that traps the sun's heat and warms the planet, as a by-product of their digestion.
Funding will accelerate sweet protein platform development, commercialize consumer concepts, and establish partnerships with better-for-you CPG partners
July 21, 2020
Joywell Foods, a food technology company developing a sweet protein portfolio, announced the closing of a $6.9M Series A financing round. The round was led by Evolv Ventures, a venture fund backed by Kraft Heinz.
Bell Flavors and Fragrances announced the promotions of three team members, and hiring of seven new employees. Promotions include: Nicole Iwicki to senior sensory scientist, and Joann Molloy and Valerie Seaholm’s promotion to regulatory analyst.