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The FDA’s draft guidance includes plant-based alternatives to eggs, seafood, poultry, meat and dairy products (excluding plant-based milk alternatives) that fall under FDA jurisdiction.

Vivitein BLG is a dairy protein that is produced through precision fermentation, with no animals involved in the production process.

Crackd will be produced in the U.S. and available to stock on grocers’ shelves as early as the second quarter of this year.

Under a long-term purchase agreement spanning 10 years, Brevel will supply CBC with its algae-derived raw ingredients, including extracted protein, functional oils and antioxidants.

The collaboration aims to enhance muscle-fiber growth, elongation and fusion into mature muscle tissue, while also boosting adipocyte formation to produce organic, whole-cut pieces. These developments are expected to result in a significant product mass increase, enabling the production of cultivated meat that closely mirrors conventional meat’s structure and flavor.

The proceeds will establish a new pilot production facility in Europe and expand Gavan's commercial presence there, with focus on the bakery and dairy sectors.

This deal supports Steakholder Foods’ expansion into the Asian market, aligning with the growing demand for plant-based products.

The Cultured Hub leverages collective experience in food processing, product development, production, marketing and market launches to accelerate the development and market penetration of cellular agriculture products.

The company’s no questions letter for monellin follows one it received for brazzein earlier this year.

Through this partnership, the companies have created a portfolio of prototype designs, demonstrating the versatility of 3D printing and cell cultivation in producing a range of fish products.