April 16, 2025 Echinacea purpurea, also known as purple coneflower, is one of the most recognized and widely used botanical ingredients in the world for immune support. Indigenous communities have used this natural botanical ingredient, native to North America, to treat various ailments, from infections to inflammation. Today, it’s a staple in the global supplement market, known for its […]
April 08, 2025 Visit Ayana Bio at the IFT First 2025, Chicago, July 13-16, 2025 South Building, Start Up Pavillion Booth S3470V
April 01, 2025 Plant cell sage and lemon balm are a natural way to support stress relief and cognitive health benefits. Used in traditional medicine for centuries, sage and lemon balm are recognized as both nootropics and adaptogens. They are popular ingredients in functional foods, supplements, and wellness products. However, conventional supply chains for sage and lemon balm […]
March 25, 2025 The Future Food-Tech summit in San Francisco (March 13-14) brought together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and researchers to discuss the future of food innovation. While many of the conversations reinforced known trends—such as the demand for more sustainable food systems, ingredient innovation, and the power of AI to accelerate R&D—this year’s event surfaced new insights and […]
March 04, 2025 Saffron, often referred to as “red gold,” is one of the most prized spices in the world. Saffron is valued not just for its unique aroma and flavor used in culinary, nutraceutical, and cosmetic applications, but also for its powerful bioactive ingredients. From ancient traditions to modern wellness formulations, saffron’s bioactives (e.g., crocin, picrocrocin, and […]
February 27, 2025 Ayana Bio opens new laboratory to commercialise cultivated ingredients – July saw plant cell technology company Ayana Bio announce the opening of a new lab situated in Boston’s Seaport district in Massachusetts, US.
February 19, 2025 The nutrient density of crops is declining. Climate change and intensive agricultural practices are reshaping food production, leading to crops that are less nutritious than those of past decades. Industrial agriculture, focused on producing larger and more visually appealing fruits and vegetables, has further accelerated this decline. The challenge now is clear: How do we […]
February 04, 2025 Plant cell-derived bioactives that improve health and wellness have taken center stage in the dietary supplement and food and beverage industries. The true power of these natural compounds lies not in a single, isolated molecule but in their collective synergy. This phenomenon, known as the entourage effect, emphasizes how consuming bioactives in their natural, full-spectrum […]
January 28, 2025 Visit Ayana Bio at the Future Food-Tech, San Francisco, March 13-14, 2025 Come to see Frank Jaksch, Ayana Bio’s CEO, speak on the panel: Health Through Stealth: Enhancing Nutritional Density through Reformulation, Fortification & Bioactives Friday, March 14, 9:45 – 10:30