AgriSea’s NanoSea Nanocellulose Turns Paeroa Into a Blue-Bioeconomy Testbed
The global nanocellulose market is swelling fast, tipped to hit between US $1.5 billion and US $3.4 billion by 2032, depending on who’s counting. Now, New Zealand’s AgriSea wants a slice of that action. Its new NanoSea plant in Paeroa has just completed first trials, marking what’s believed to be the world’s first commercial-scale seaweed nanocellulose biorefinery.
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IMPOSSIBLE Foods Burgers Go ProSport
Impossible Foods has just become the first plant-based meat brand to earn NSF Certified for Sport status, a coveted credential previously reserved for protein powders, electrolyte drinks, and performance snacks. This isn’t just a badge; it’s a doorway into gyms, training centres, and stadium concession menus worldwide.
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Is The EU “Veggie-Burger” Vote an Opportunity?
The EU "veggie burger" vote to restrict meat-style terms like “burger,” “sausage,” and “steak” on plant-based products shows a marked political bias in favour of livestock interests. But it’s not a done deal though as the measure still must survive trilogues, Council approval, and legal vetting.
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