Non-GMO News
European non-GMO association gaining members
The new European Non-GMO Industry Association (ENGA) has already gained seven new members since its founding earlier this year. These seven companies and associations include: Verein Donau Soja, ProTerra Foundation, Impetus GmbH & Co. Bioscience KG, Raiffeisen Kraftfutterwerk Kehl GmbH, SaluVet GmbH, Bäuerliche Erzeugergemeinschaft Schwäbisch Hall, and Upländer Bauernmolkerei GmbH. The new members include industry […]
Read MoreBenson Hill purchases non-GMO soybean processing facility
Benson Hill, Inc., a food tech company aiming to unlock the natural genetic diversity of plants, recently announced the expansion of its ingredients infrastructure by entering into a definitive agreement to purchase a soybean crushing facility from Seymour, Indiana-based Rose Acre Farms. In a press release, Benson Hill says the acquisition will further solidify the company’s position in […]
Read MoreLayn expands non-GMO natural extract portfolio
In response to demand for cleaner, transparent products, Layn Natural Ingredients recently announced it has expanded its line of Non-GMO Project Verified botanical extracts for use in food and beverage applications, including pet food and treats. Previous offerings from Layn, in its Non-GMO Project Verified line, include plant-based sweeteners such as stevia, monk fruit, sweet […]
Read MoreNew high oleic soybean trait is a functional, sustainable, and non-GMO way to provide healthier oil
A new variety of high oleic soybeans, SOYLEIC®, will soon be grown in Illinois. Developed in Missouri through research made possible by soybean farmers, SOYLEIC is the result of years of conventional soybean breeding, making it a non-GMO choice. From field to table, SOYLEIC is a functional, sustainable way to eliminate trans fats and provide […]
Read MoreNew non-GMO probiotic a breakthrough for milk production and infant health
Researchers from University of Helsinki, Finland have succeeded in enabling a well-known probiotic to grow naturally in milk without the use of gene editing. The Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG, or LGG bacteria, has been used to treat issues including infant intestinal problems. But because it cannot use lactose and cannot break down the milk protein casein, […]
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