The industry is maturing by prioritizing varietal innovation and adaptability to meet sophisticated global demand.
EU approval of Fermotein marks a milestone for biomass fermentation, enabling commercial use of the first whole-food mycelium ingredient across food and beverage applications in Europe.
African cocoa farmers warn of potential global price spike as investment shifts toward lab-grown cocoa, raising concerns over farm neglect, falling yields, and long-term supply risks.
Nescafé expands regenerative agriculture sourcing to 53%, cuts emissions and strengthens farmer support as part of its 2030 sustainability strategy and global coffee supply chain transformation.
Farmers welcome higher sugar import levy, saying it will protect local producers and revive the industry amid ongoing reforms, despite concerns over potential consumer price increases.