26 Sep 2023 --- Austria-based Kern Tec has landed €12 million (US$ 12.7 million) in funding to bolster the production and commercialization of its sustainable ingredients derived from upcycled stone fruit pits such as apricots, plums and cherries. Following the cash injection, the company will upscale and focus on plant-based milk, non-dairy drinks, yogurt, ice cream, desserts and cheese as part of its strategy to upcycle food waste.