IFT Launches AI Platform for Food Product Development; Mondelez Requests Delay of EU Deforestation Law
Key Takeaways
- Mondelez requests EU deforestation law delay due to high cocoa prices and supply shocks.
- IFT launches CoDeveloper, an AI platform for food product R&D, featuring GenAI 'co-scientist'.
- Università Aldo Moro study shows pasta reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) after 3 months.
- Global butter price surge impacts bakeries like Mamiche in Paris, affecting sourcing.
- Nissin Foods launched Kanzen Meal, nutrient-dense frozen meals, in the US.
Top Stories
Mondelez requests delay of EU deforestation law.
Mondelez is requesting a delay in the EU's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which aims to curb deforestation linked to EU consumption, citing high cocoa prices and supply shocks. The law, set to take effect at the end of 2025, would ban imports of commodities like cocoa and palm oil linked to deforestation.
IFT launches AI platform for food product development.
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) launched CoDeveloper, an AI-powered R&D platform to help food manufacturers bring new products to market. The platform provides access to IFT's research and published content, featuring a GenAI 'co-scientist' and advanced formulation tools.
University study shows pasta reduces bad cholesterol.
L'Università Aldo Moro di Bari has tested a pasta that reduces bad cholesterol. The study, coordinated by Antonio Rampino and Piero Portincasa, involved 300 people and showed a significant reduction in LDL cholesterol after 3 months of consumption.
Butter price surge impacts bakeries.
On July 5, 2025, a global surge in butter prices was reported, impacting bakeries like Mamiche in Paris, who are facing difficulties sourcing French beurre de tourage. This price increase is affecting bakeries and kitchens.
Nissin Foods launches nutrient-dense frozen meals.
Nissin Foods launched Kanzen Meal, a line of nutrient-dense frozen meals, in the US at the Summer Fancy Food Show in NYC on July 3, 2025. The meals, including spaghetti Bolognese and fettuccini alfredo, are designed as "comfort food for wellness" and contain up to 23 grams of protein.
Industry Insights
MassChallenge and Tufts collaborate on food innovation.
MassChallenge and the Food & Nutrition Innovation Institute at Tufts University announced a strategic collaboration on July 4, 2025, to support innovation at the intersection of food, nutrition, and health. The partnership will provide MassChallenge startups with access to research expertise and innovation networks.
Safety First
Mediterranean phytopathological union congress.
The 17th international congress of the Mediterranean phytopathological union (MPU) will take place in Bari from July 7 to 10, 2025, focusing on research and training in plant health and food safety. The event will involve over 350 experts from 37 countries and will focus on Xylella fastidiosa.