Food

Researchers at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture have developed an innovative 3D printed gel from grain sorghum. Assistant professor Ali Ubeyitogullari and postdoctoral fellow Sorour Barekat were able to utilize this drought-tolerant grain to create a stable…

Over the past few years, we have seen a number of applications for 3D printing in both food and space. Now, the two are getting combined. Engineers at IHI Aerospace and Yamagata University, in partnership with Nordson EFD Japan, have…

More and more often we find 3D printing in very different fields. The advantages brought by this technology have been exploited in a wide variety of projects that require freedom of design and fast manufacturing. Latin America has not been…

3D printing is often associated with plastics and metals, but today we’re looking at something quite different: food. 3D printers are capable of creating pastries, chocolates or even meals. These devices offer great freedom and creativity in the kitchen, and…

3D printing can be used to overcome some of the key challenges facing the food industry. For example, specific shapes, flavors and consistencies can create special foods for children or people with swallowing problems, or to achieve an individual nutrient…

Our western eating habits, with meat and fish regularly on our plates, have far-reaching ecological consequences. Monocultures, overfishing and factory farming are just some of them. To counteract this, we have seen some innovative approaches in the last decade, such…

3D printed food is nothing new. Several companies, like Steakholder Foods and Forma Foods, have 3D printed meat and fish alternatives. Others have 3D printed chocolate and reconstituted fruits and vegetables. An international team of researchers at the University of…

We’ve already touched on the concept of 3D-printed meat through various pioneering companies in the sector, such as Redefine Meat and Steakholder Foods. Today, we turn our attention to start-up Forma Foods, which uses 3D printing to create plant-based alternatives…

Consuming fish, whether sourced through fishing or aquaculture, comes with environmental drawbacks. However, it doesn’t look like fish are leaving our diets anytime soon. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 140 million tons of fish…

Agriculture is constantly evolving. Throughout history, the sector has taken advantage of technological advances that have mainly increased productivity and improved food quality. However, agriculture is facing new challenges, such as climate change and strong demand for products. This is…

Food 3D printing is an emerging technology that uses 3D printers to create customized, nutritious and creative foods. It offers advantages such as reduced food waste, sustainability and the ability to create food for specific dietary needs. However, it also…

In 2023, the average European consumed 64.2 kg of meat. Despite a five-year decline reported by Agrarmarkt Informations-Gesellschaft, meat consumption remains disproportionately high amidst pressing environmental concerns, with beef farming notably contributing to climate change. This sustained demand drives minimal…