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Interested in learning why you should plant with pollinators in mind this season? On May 1st, join the URI Master Gardeners for a free workshop detailing the importance of pollinators to our local ecosystems and how what you garden can help. More info here: https://lnkd.in/dyfdxsq4

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PhytoGensis is a graduate of our Pre-Seed Accelerator Program. This startup leverages plant-based compounds to develop safe and non-toxic alternatives to pesticides. Our Pre-Seed Accelerator Program teaches founders how to actively fundraise and understand what investors are looking for in a startup. Read about PhytoGensis’ technology and how the program helped them grow their business. https://loom.ly/0_lOa38

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RMC Highlights: Industry Collaboration for a Sustainable Food Future https://lnkd.in/euZtJpnD I’m not a meat scientist, so the American Meat Science Association’s (AMSA) Reciprocal Meat Conference (RMC) may seem like an odd place to find me at first glance, but as a member of FPSA’s staff, I’m always happy to learn more about what’s new in the sectors of the food and beverage industry we proudly serve. In addition to top-notch meat science, the conference showcased the interconnectedness of food and beverage production. Sustainability, traceability, and the future of the workforce were hot topics at RMC because they are critical issues for meat production…and everyone else operating in the global food chain. They’re big challenges to take on, but the hard-working people in agriculture and industry have never been short on ingenuity and dedication. AMSA brought in experts, including a few members they share with FPSA, who are focused on understanding the scope of the challenges and finding solutions. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/euZtJpnD

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Cautious optimism is setting the tone for fermentation-enabled alternative proteins as the industry stabilizes and continues to innovate. Recent investments from the Department of Defense underscore the growing importance of this space—a reminder of the opportunities ahead for those leading the charge. If you haven’t already, now’s the time to explore the brochure for the 5th Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Summit. View the 2025 conference agenda here: https://ter.li/fc5ppv This is the only event that brings together the entire value chain. Be part of the conversation shaping the next industrial revolution! Quick reminder: Early bird savings end this Friday! Save up to $700 and ensure your place among decision-makers shaping the future.

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LAUNCH: FAIRR is pleased to announce the release of “Protein and Nutrition”, a document developed by Sofía Condés, Director of Investor Outreach at FAIRR, and Suzi Gerber, Tufts University. It highlights the role of animal-sourced foods in a healthy diet and explores the potential of plant-based alternatives. By summarising the scientific evidence, the document clarifies common assumptions about the health effects of major sources of #Protein in food, explores their environmental impact, and identifies important trends, risks, and opportunities for investors with exposure to the protein supply chain 🌿 Key takeaways: 🔸 Most consumers in high- and middle-income countries exceed recommendations for protein intake. 🔸 The research indicates that replacing animal-sourced foods, especially red and/or processed meat with whole or minimally processed plant foods is linked to a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers in high-income countries.  🔸 Companies relying on animal-sourced foods in their product portfolio should have a plan to ensure product lines align with priorities stated in the EAT-Lancet Planetary Health Diet. 🔸 Long-term investors have an interest as shareholders in actively addressing company practices and products that contribute to the global burden of diet-related disease. These findings will assist investors in aligning investment decisions with both human and environmental priorities while mitigating financial and material risks. 🔗 Click here to read the document in full: https://lnkd.in/eXmTvRU7

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We’re thrilled to announce that one.bio has raised $27M in Series A funding to revolutionize fiber inclusion in food by transforming agricultural waste into odorless, colorless, and tasteless fibers. Their innovative technology enables food companies to add high levels of fiber without compromising taste or texture. As the lead investor in this round, AlphaEdison is excited to support a breakthrough that aligns with our Nutritional Dark Matter thesis, uncovering underexplored nutritional compounds that have the potential to reshape health outcomes and drive a new era of disease prevention through smarter, more impactful food systems. Read more about our perspectives on Nutritional Dark Matter here: https://lnkd.in/gGsq2Djk Read more about one.bio here: axios: https://lnkd.in/eT6iZEQi agfundernews: https://lnkd.in/eTbxzJTE Matt Barnard Nate Redmond Fen Zhao Bart Bonikowski #Nutrition

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sheeesh! 🌱 FoodBev Media just dropped the hottest review! The Cell Base + Phoebe Fraser, we appreciate the shoutout. Peep what they said about us: "Unlike precision fermentation practices, NewMoo's plant molecular farming approach uses plant seeds as bioreactors and leverages open fields as production lines, reducing costs while offering the flexibility to produce these complex proteins at scale." (page 3) This is giving main character energy and we're here for it. Catch the full tea on foodbev.com #cellbased #plantmolecularfarming #nextgenfood

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This is Part 7 of how Cultivators create positive change in their organizations. ​ We were able to determine a seventh action theme common across Cultivator journey stories through our original research: take personal responsibility for change, which emotional and material commitment to taking action for change and not waiting for someone else to do it.​ Interested to know more about this action theme? Dive into our insights now: https://hubs.ly/Q02tWYn40​ #EmpowermentatWork #EmployeeEmpowermentInAction​ #Cultivate​ #Cultivator ​ #PositiveChange​

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🚫 The cultivated meat industry faces significant challenges, including political opposition, regulatory hurdles, and consumer skepticism. Kaitlin Grady, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Public Affairs at Clever Carnivore, highlights the importance of addressing these issues through education, collaboration, and innovation in the Q3 2024 edition of Protein Production Technology International. One of the biggest hurdles is political opposition from the ranching industry and conservative lawmakers. Cultivated meat companies must actively engage with policymakers to address concerns and highlight the benefits of this technology. Regulatory challenges, such as FDA and USDA oversight, also need to be navigated. As Kaitlin explains, consumer education plays a crucial role in overcoming skepticism. Clear communication about the production process, taste, and nutritional benefits is essential for building trust. Additionally, addressing concerns about cost, sustainability, and ethical production is vital for widespread adoption. Despite these challenges, the long-term potential of cultivated meat is significant. By focusing on innovation, collaboration, and consumer education, the industry can position itself as a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional meat production. 📰Read more from Kaitlin in the latest issue of PPTI today: https://hubs.ly/Q02NZj-w0 #CultivatedMeat #CellularAgriculture #ConsumerAcceptance #Regulations #Sustainability #Innovation

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#Seabirds are revealing important insights about #mercurypollution in the Gulf of #Maine. These birds play a key role in the food web, and monitoring their health can help us understand the impacts of #mercury to human health and the environment. 🌊 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dBPkVn5K

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Check out this podcast!😎 We love Outlaw Technology, Inc. for saving us so many hours of our days to do so many other things rather than manually tracking thousands of tiny numbers in Metrc … Our eyes, backs, and sanity thanks you wholeheartedly!! This podcast is just the icing on the cake 🧁 😏 David Eagleson Sr. Hans Dietterich #cannabiscommunity #cannabis #cannabisindustry #cannabispodcast #potcast #inventorymanagment #inventorytracking #rfid #metrc

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While Spoonfuls works to address wasted food in Massachsuetts, we know it's an issue that requires attention from players across the globe as we collectively work to address the climate emergency. Learn the latest on global food waste in the United Nation's Food Waste Index Report: https://ow.ly/7thi50RTXcH

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For Sammi & John Collins, the spark of innovation was born of hardship. After the pandemic shuttered schools and restaurants, their milk co-op said it would pay for only 85% of the milk they had been shipping. So they started thinking about what else they could do with unsold milk. They thought of adding a high-protein drink to their lineup of products. A high-protein, not-super-sweet chocolate milk drink with a clean label and local pedigree checked a lot of boxes: A post-workout beverage, something limited-ingredient for locavores seeking a new source of protein, maybe even a better-for-you treat for kids that parents could feel OK about. Her hope, she said, is to formulate a product that allows them to “target consumers who want to know their farmer, value wellness and appreciate whole foods,” but that starts with packaging, and marketing, that is inviting. The dairy industry is New York state’s largest agricultural sector, generating nearly half of the state’s total agricultural receipts. And it’s boom times for dairy, with the world’s demand steadily rising. But it’s not necessarily traditional liquid milk. As countries develop, the demand for milk drops and enthusiasm for cheese and other products skyrockets. The Dairy Runway Program will help the couple overcome logistical challenges [sic] helps participants develop a bigger-picture understanding of the marketplace and supply and demand. Read more at this article👉https://lnkd.in/egDPBV6U #dairyinnovation #agriculture #upstateny #milk #entrepreneurship #innovation #health #wellness #incubator #accelerator #dairyrunway

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Seafood Economy 🔄 Bioeconomy Viable Gear is on a mission to shake up the seafood industry by taking on plastic pollution—thank you! They even landed the cover of Mainebiz this past September, a very worthy #SeafoodMonth highlight. Viable Gear developed a seaweed-based bioplastic to replace synthetic plastics in fishing and aquaculture gear. Their upcoming product, SeaTwine (coming in 2025!), is made from refined seaweed compounds and is part of a cool trend turning marine resources into cutting-edge materials. Founder Katie Weiler and her team are making considerable progress, partnering with experts in aquaculture, fishing, business, and material science to bring this vision to life. Maine’s got the infrastructure and programs to support big ideas like this, and we’re thrilled to be working with groups like FocusMaine and Maine Center for Entrepreneurs, helping startups advance circularity between the food and bio economies. #SeafoodMonth #Bioeconomy #Bluetech #Foodeconomy #Solutions #Plasticfree

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🌿🔬 Did you know? A study by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill found that microbes in kombucha tea can alter gene expression related to fat metabolism in worms, similar to the effects of intermittent fasting. Could this translate to benefits for humans? More research is underway! Stay tuned for updates on how this could impact your health journey. 💪 Tag someone who would love to learn more about these potential benefits! #KombuchaBenefits #IntermittentFasting #Probiotics #NutritionScience #GutHealth #WeightLoss #WellnessJourney #HealthTips #DietAndNutrition #vibranthealth #healthymindhealthybody #vibrantyou #wellness #weightlosshelp #regenerativemedicine #raleighnc #raleigh #wakecountync

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✈️ If you’re flying over select airports in Maryland, Minnesota, or Wisconsin this month, you might catch something truly buzz-worthy! 🐄🐝 Thanks to the help of some hungry cows on Organic Valley’s small organic farms, the words "BUZZ-WORTHY" — complete with a bee shape — are visible from above! Our cows have been grazing pasture grasses into letters, proving that the greenest ads can also be the tastiest. (Okay, so one ad in Minnesota says "BUZZ-WORTH" for now, but cows will be cows!) These “green ads” aren’t just a fun way to catch your eye from the skies; they also provide pollinator habitats, prevent soil erosion, and are zero-waste. The pasture will regrow, and the milk produced by the cows that munched those letters goes into your favorite Organic Valley products! Read more about our ads here: https://lnkd.in/gWMD4PUd

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T(HIS WEEK) I LEARNED in CHOSEN FOOD 🧬 Lab-grown meat: Sci-fi becoming reality or ethical minefield? Imagine protein production without animal suffering—but at what technological and environmental cost? The future of food is a complex recipe! 🍖 Learn more about this course at https://lnkd.in/gKeJH3ie #LabGrownMeat #FutureOfFood #CellularAgriculture #Sustainability #EthicalEating

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Been getting more inquiries lately about Cannabis/Hemp genotyping at LGC Biosearch Technologies and I’m happy to say we have a panel developed in part with genomic resources from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and with our industrial partners at Trilogene Seeds that’s currently functional and customizable! Using our patented FLEX-Seq technology, it’s suitable for marker assisted selection, trait mapping, genomic selection, and polyploidy detection. Currently using 12K loci, including dna extraction, SNP calling, and a PCA diversity plot on request, if you work with us, you get the latest traits with known phenotypes and we can downscale the data to fit your needs if you only want a few markers! Since FLEX Seq is so customizable, we have the lowest development fees on the market and can tailor our genetics pipeline to your phenohunting scheme. -Cold Tolerance -THC Yield -Insect Tolerance -Biomass Yield -Seed Yield -Terpene Production -Disease Resistances -Fiber Yield And more! Explore the heterosis effect with us as our customers develop new and better F1 cannabis hybrids through understanding our heterozygosity meter and diversity analysis. PS. One of our other top breeders at Humboldt Seed Company has been making waves in the news, go check them out too! https://lnkd.in/etcrJmX7 #Cannabis #NGS #Breeding #Hemp #Genetics #Genomics

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