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TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Japan Association for Cellular Agriculture (JACA), a Japan-based non-profit research institute hosted the inaugural meeting in Tokyo, in response to Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s announcement in February 2023 of the intention to develop the domestic cultivated food industry. JACA convened around 150 stakeholders from the Japanese Parliament, government officials from Japan and abroad, industry associations, member companies, academia, and media representatives to build a consensus of necessary measures on food safety requirements for cultivated food; treatment to protect Japanese farmers’ rights on branded-animal cells such as “Wagyu”; proper usage of “Wagyu” term in the cellular agriculture field; food labeling requirements including the definition of “Made in Japan” cultivated products; guidelines for transparent consumer communications; and more. Congratulatory speeches and a panel discussion The …

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ELMA, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Elmhurst® 1925, the maker of simple, nutritious and deliciously creamy plant-based dairy products, has announced the launch and retail distribution of its newest plant milk for coffee, Maple Walnut Barista Edition, on shelves nationwide now. This dairy-free beverage brings the finesse of coffee shop creations to the kitchen for everyday coffee drinkers. Expanding on the beloved Barista line, Elmhurst’s newest flavor innovation delivers a sweet, toasty two-in-one creamer and steamer to perfectly complement your at-home coffee routine. Expertly crafted to function like (and even better than) dairy milk, Maple Walnut Barista delivers a richer and creamier consistency than everyday plant milks, making it perfect for coffee applications, including foaming, frothing, and steaming as flawlessly as whole milk. “As long as coffee lovers continue …

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DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Global Vegan Cosmetics Market Size, Segments, Outlook, and Revenue Forecast 2022-2028 by Product Type, Distribution Channel, Gender and Regions” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Global Vegan Cosmetics Market was valued at ~US$ 10 billion in 2017. Furthermore, owing to the increasing government interventions prohibiting cosmetics animal testing along with the increasing adoption of veganism, it is estimated to be ~US$ 13 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach a market size of ~US$ 20 billion by 2028 growing with CAGR of ~6% during 2022 to 2028. The significant advantage of using vegan cosmetics is that they are extremely beneficial to the skin as they are rich in vitamins with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The growing popularity of plant-based products, combined …

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NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#allergyfriendly–This Fall 2023, Free2b launches two new over-the-top delicious chocolate cup flavors, expanding snack inclusivity for people with food allergies and sensitivities. Cool, fresh Dark Chocolate Mint Cups and sticky, sweet Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Cups are the newest treats from the brand, known for crave-worthy Sunflower Butter Sun Cups®. “Free2b fans deserve to celebrate the sweet joy of safe snacking choices! New Mint and Sea Salt Caramel chocolate cups were crafted to meet our high-quality standards and increase allergy friendly treat options for our customers.” Monique Heineman, Marketing Free2b Mint and Sea Salt Caramel chocolate cups are made with simple, recognizable, plant-based ingredients in an allergy friendly dedicated manufacturing facility. Available in two sizes – a Two Cup pack (1.05oz, $2.49 …

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The high performance skin care brand announces its expansion into Salon Centric’s expansive network of licensed beauty professionals ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BioRepublic announces its partnership with Salon Centric, one of the largest wholesale salon and supply distributors of professional beauty products in the United States. The expansion gives BioRepublic access to the largest independent stylist community in North America, which includes more than 1 million licensed beauty professionals. BioRepublic is built on the principle that high performance and clean formulated skin care should be accessible to everyone. BioRepublic is disrupting the status quo with dermatologist approved solutions that are made with natural ingredients powered by science. “We are excited about the opportunity to work with a new clientele of salon professionals and we hope to become a …

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Best-Selling Oat Milk Made with Only Three Ingredients Comes To All Publix Locations ELMA, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Elmhurst® 1925, maker of simple, nutritious and incredibly delicious plant-based products, today announced the expanded distribution of its best-selling, simply-made Unsweetened Milked Oats in all 1,350+ Publix stores throughout Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and Virginia, offering mindful shoppers better products with more nutritional benefits. All across the U.S., the plant-based market continues to show a growing number of consumers are seeking cleaner-label dairy alternatives. Unlike many other plant-based milks, filled with unnecessary additives, Elmhurst’s popular Unsweetened Milked Oats is one of the cleanest oat milk options in the category, with an ingredient panel consisting of only three ingredients: real whole-grain oats, water and salt. This oat …

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A portion of proceeds from the Peanut Butter MacroBar® benefits farm animal advocacy annually during the month of May. VIOLA, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GoMacro®, known for its organic, plant-based nutrition bars, is excited to partner with Farm Sanctuary for the seventh year in a row. As the founding farm animal sanctuary in the United States, Farm Sanctuary fights the disastrous effects of factory farming on animals, the environment, social justice, and public health through rescue, education, and advocacy. Each year, during the month of May, a percentage of net proceeds from GoMacro’s Protein Replenishment MacroBar® is donated to the non-profit organization in support of their mission and efforts. “‘Give Back’ is one of Our 5 Principles, and our ongoing partnership with Farm Sanctuary is one way we …

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Above Food is a scaled, innovative food company leveraging its vertically integrated supply chain to deliver differentiated ingredients to ~260 customers globally and consumer products to ~35,000 retail points of distribution Well-positioned in a high-growth, US$200 billion plant-based market with multiple macroeconomic demand drivers, including food scarcity and insecurity, global supply chain disruption, ESG and sustainability and deepening sector appeal Above Food’s vertically integrated sourcing, traceability systems, and regenerative supply chain enables a “Seed-to-Fork” platform that supports a complementary portfolio of ingredients and consumer products Established global distribution network and customer contracts drive predictable revenue Above Food is a high-growth business with projected fiscal year through January 2024 revenue of US$482 million and Adjusted EBITDA1 of approximately US$23 million, representing 80% two year revenue CAGR. …

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Unleash Your Inner Chill LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Orange County CBD, a leading manufacturer of premium CBD products, recently announced the launch of its highly anticipated CBD edibles in Selfridges London and selfridges.com. This marks a major milestone for the brand, which has seen phenomenal growth with an uplift in sales of over 200% over the past 12 months, making Orange County the go-to source for high-quality CBD products. In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) has rapidly emerged as a revolutionary natural compound, garnering widespread attention and acclaim. Extracted from the cannabis plant, CBD is a non-psychoactive component that lacks the mind-altering properties of its infamous cousin, THC. Heralded for its myriad therapeutic benefits, CBD has become a staple in the wellness and medical industries, offering a panacea for …

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Supply agreement signed with Axxence Aromatic to market natural alpha-Ionone to food and beauty manufacturers globally MUNICH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Insempra, a biology-powered company enabling businesses to make superior products with nature, today announces that it has launched its first functional ingredient, a biotechnologically produced, 100% natural alpha-Ionone flavour and fragrance ingredient for food and beauty market applications. Insempra has partnered with leading natural aroma ingredients manufacturer and distributor Axxence Aromatic GmbH to market the product to food and beauty manufacturers globally. Under the terms of the agreement, Axxence has been distributing the product to customers since the beginning of 2023. Alpha-Ionone is an aroma compound found in a variety of essential oils, mainly derived from natural sources such as raspberries, almonds, and blackberries. In contrast to chemically …

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AMHERST, Mass. & NOVARA, Italy–(BUSINESS WIRE)–OrthoLite®, the global leader of sustainable, performance and comfort insoles and footwear materials solutions, and Novamont, the international leader in the development, production and eco-design of biodegradable and compostable bioplastics and biochemicals, announce an exclusive partnership in the creation of OrthoLite Cirql™, the world’s first circular foam material solution for footwear. OrthoLite Cirql foam is a patented footwear materials solution combining OrthoLite’s 26 years of expertise and innovation in foaming polymers and Novamont’s world-leading bio-based, compostable and recyclable polymer to provide the first technology capable of greatly reducing the high impact of the manufacturing process with multiple end-of-life disposal options. According to a new Life Cycle Assessment carried out by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), a typical pair of …

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Grove Co. and Drew Barrymore introduce line of spring cleaning and home must-haves to inspire optimism and sustainable living SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GROV) (“Grove” or “the Company”), a leading sustainable consumer products company and Certified B Corp™, today announced the launch of its new Grove Co. Fresh Horizons Limited Edition Collection with Drew Barrymore. An investor and the Company’s Global Brand & Sustainability Advocate, Drew collaborated with the Grove Co. brand and innovation teams to create a sustainable collection of bright and colorful home care essentials inspired by her optimistic spirit and the natural beauty of the environment. The products were designed to infuse homes with a sense of uplifting vibrancy this spring and empower everyone to take collective action to …

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