Scientists are exploring how yeast could deliver vaccines more effectively by taking advantage of its natural ability to stimulate the immune system and be tailored to meet specific needs. They developed a new method to enhance immune responses by refining how yeast produces subunit vaccine components. Subunit vaccines are genome-free, […]
A new observatory founded in Bordeaux, France in 2024 focuses on studying yeast and bacteria found in spontaneous fermentations in the wine sector. Thepreliminary results show considerable biodiversity in the types of S. Cerevisiae(yeast) and O. Oeni (bacteria). The researchers will be focusing on a wide range of topics relevant […]
A new piece of research was published in Frontiers, uncovering the effect of yeast as a feed additive in the diet of Simmental beef cattle. This species, native to Switzerland, is one of the oldest and most common cattle breeds worldwide. The research explores the impact of the additive on […]
For instance, a Singapore lab recently bioengineered yeast cells for the improvement of drug delivery. Their technique might deliver precise treatments for human diseases. Once engineered, the micro-organisms could adapt in real-time to a patient’s illness, leading potentially to less side effects. This innovation allows the yeast microbial communities to self-regulate […]
Researchers have uncovered promising probiotic yeast strains from Ethiopian fermented beverages, offering potential breakthroughs in food development. The study isolated 11 yeast strains, with three—Saccharomyces cerevisiaeGB1D5, RTj3D3, and DMTD2—showing promising probiotic qualities, including survival in harsh gastrointestinal-like conditions and robust antioxidant activity. These strains excelled in tests of surface hydrophobicity […]
Views of the European Yeast producers & Yeast users […]
COFALEC elects Vincent Saingier as New President of COFALEC for the period 2022-2024 during its last General Assembly in Zurich […]
COFALEC has recently published a new brochure on selected natural wine yeasts. Along with showing the diversity of yeasts, this brochure aims to explain their crucial role during the winemaking process and to answer the many questions one may have about yeasts. The brochure is composed of five technical sheets, […]
“Molasses for Food & Feed Alliance” again identifies high risk of losing essential raw material against biofuels producers in the review of Annex IX of RED II […]
Molasses for Food & Feed Alliance members recall molasses should not be prioritised as feedstocks for biofuels […]
We write this letter to emphasize the need to ensure access to bread and bakery products for consumers in Europe and neighboring countries in all available distribution channels during the COVID crisis period.The Bread Initiative is composed of five European sectors, including the European bakery sector, which includes more than […]
The European yeast sector contribution to the “Farm to Fork” strategy. […]
COFALEC welcomes the adoption of the Feed Catalogue. This catalogue will raise market transparency on feed materials currently in circulation on the EU market for users […]
COFALEC is an active member of the EU feed business sectors. COFALEC is a sponsor of the Register of the feed material, which is operating since the 1st of September 2010. […]