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Developed by former Tesla engineer, Botrista's robot-barista helps meet growing demand for craft...

Subscribe Tuesday, June 29, 2021 Food Technology magazine Addressing Produce Loss Knowledge Gaps Food loss at the farm level is a part of food dissipation that should garner more attention from government agencies, researchers, buyers, growers, and food processors. PR Newswire Botrista closes $10M Series A to make craft beverages via robotic automation Developed by former Tesla engineer, Botrista's robot-barista helps meet growing demand for craft beverages, quickly, reliably, and without major space requirements or training. Sponsored Content Consumer Focused Innovation with Tate & Lyle To help formulators succeed in innovating for the modern consumer, Tate & Lyle created a collaborative virtual kitchen. Click now to explore and catch our new content launching July 19 for IFT 2021! AGFunder News A sole focus on organic farming will not get us where we need to be CRISPR is the best tool the EU has to achieve its ambitious agrifood sustainability goals. The bloc needs to keep that squarely in mind when regulating its use, write Rudi Ariaans and Ferdinand Los. PR Newswire The Single Origin Food Company secures $1.1 million to support launch of Vegan Un-Honey Sofco's Vegan Un-Honey was launched nationwide in Sprouts Farmers Market and is now being rolled out across Whole Foods, Natural Grocers and Safeway Albertsons stores. Associated Press Yam vs. sweet potato: A reference guide to food differences Author Brette Warshaw wades into the potentially fraught worlds of jam versus jelly, broth and stock, the various types of regional barbeque, pie versus tart, and the potentially combustible... Forbes War on waste continues as U.K. hits new record for surplus food distribution According to WRAP's latest report which documented trends in surplus food redistribution across the U.K., an estimated 92,000 tons of surplus food was reshared through commercial and charitable... Fast Company How palm oil became the world's most used—and most hated—fat Farming the date palm results in deforestation and atrocious labor conditions. But it's also a cheap and easy source of biofuels and a replacement for trans fats. The question is now: boycott or reform? PR Newswire GOOD TO GO launches 4-pack snack bars at over 600 U.S. Target locations Now available in over 600 locations and online, the bars are available in three signature flavors: Chocolate Mint, Double Chocolate and Vanilla Almond, all conveniently packaged in a 4-pack. The Counter Taste without touch: A chocolate expert swaps in-person events for virtual sharing Estelle Tracy is the founder of 37 Chocolates, a chocolate education blog, who prides herself on her ability to match chocolates with members of her audience, based on their preferences. Institute of Food Technologists | 525 W. Van Buren St. | Suite 1000 | Chicago, IL 60607 | USA This newsletter made Smart by Subscribe | Report | Learn More | Unsubscribe | Contact