NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2023 11 CULT Food Science announces world's first cat treat with cell-cultivated fish CULT Food Science Corp., a pioneer in the investment, development, and commercialization of cellular agriculture technologies and products, introduced Marina Cat™, a hybrid cell-cultivated pet food brand for cats developed in partnership with Umami Bioworks. "My vision for the future is that we no longer have to slaughter other animals to feed our cats," said Joshua Errett, VP of Product at CULT. "This brand brings me one very great step closer to making that a reality." "We are pleased to be embarking on this partnership with Marina Cat to power a new category of cultivated pet food products that are healthier for cats and better for our oceans. As a platform technology provider, we are committed to delivering the technology stack that powers the commercialization of cultivated products across a range of applications. This first collaboration with Marina Cat and CULT Food Science is the first step to delivering on that promise," said Mihir Pershad, CEO of Umami Bioworks. Marina Cat™ is a blend of ocean snapper, cultivated by Singapore-based biotech startup Umami Bioworks, and enriched with Bmmune® to provide a high protein, low-calorie snack with super savory umami flavors that cats enjoy. With its unique nutritional properties, this first-of-its-kind treat provides benefits to a cat's cognitive function, based on its high levels of omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acid chains. Studies have shown that DHA and EPA provided in the treat can boost brain, vision, and nervous system development in cats and kittens. Read more>> Barentz, one of the leading global distributors of life science and specialty ingredients, announced that Origination rebranded as Barentz, effective immediately. The name change follows the acquisition of Origination by Barentz International (Barentz) in August 2021. For nearly eight decades, Origination has been a leading distributor of high-quality animal feed ingredients. Its focus on production automation as well as a strong supply chain has provided a long history of stability through economic and commodity cycles. In order to better serve its customers, the company enjoys the advantage of strategic access to river, rail, and road transport, which allows for extensive domestic and international distribution. With this rebranding, the company will be focusing on expanding its feed additive portfolio through strategic partnerships and M&A, as well as making its DCAD products more accessible to customers globally. "This is a significant milestone for our company as we accelerate our growth under Barentz," commented John DeVos, President, of Animal Nutrition of Barentz North America. "I am pleased by our organization’s commitment to market leadership and continuous improvement to deliver better solutions for our customers and principal partners." Read more>> Feed ingredients distributor Origination rebranded as Barentz
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