Researchers at the University of Queensland (UQ) have found that naturally occurring microbes involved in cocoa fermentation play a more significant role in shaping chocolate flavour than the genetics of the cocoa tree itself, a discovery that could strengthen Australia's position in the premium cho...
Sargento Foods announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire California-based La Terra Fina a category leader in premium dips, spreads and quiches. With a vision to be the most innovative, best-loved real food company, Sargento will acquire a brand with a loyal consumer following and ent...
Arboreal Bioinnovations Private Limited, India’s first specialty food and nutraceutical ingredients technology company, today announced the successful close of its Rs230 crore Series A funding round. EAAA, the alternatives arm of Edelweiss and Omnivore co-led the funding round, with conti...
Mars is bringing natural menthol sourced through its Shubh Mint programme into its European chewing gum supply chain, as the company begins integrating the sustainably sourced ingredient into its manufacturing operations in the UK and Poland.
Mint is a critical i...
NURA USA, an Irvine, California-based leading ingredient solutions provider for the food, beverage, and supplement industries, announced its exclusive North American distribution partnership with Padmalife Nutrition for Testolift, a next-generation, science-backed nutraceutical ingredient desig...
Lee Kum Kee Sauce, the global leader in authentic Asian sauces and condiments, has expanded its foodservice product portfolio in India with the launch of Lee Kum Kee Japanese Style Soy Sauce. Introduced alongside its authorised and exclusive import and distribution...
The 49th session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49), held in Geneva, Switzerland, from July 6 to 10, 2026, adopted a number of international food standards, including the Codex Standard for Baker's Yeast, which was proposed by China.
The new standard is the first internationally reco...
SuanNutra, a global provider of science-backed branded and functional ingredients, and Carbyne Equity Partners announced that SuanNutra has signed an agreement to acquire a portfolio of specialty natural ingredients businesses from IFF. The businesses will merge with SuanNutra's existing operations ...
NuCicer, a crop improvement and design company, announced Nuchi, a whole new class of high-protein chickpeas. Nuchi (“new + chickpea”) is the product of foundational plant genetics research accelerated by NuCicer's AI-driven genomic modeling and speed-breeding technology. By mining the n...
Researchers at The University of Queensland (UQ) are investigating how honey harvesting and storage methods influence the flavour, aroma and overall quality of honey, with findings suggesting that gentler extraction techniques could help preserve the distinctive characteristics of premium Australian...
MycoTechnology, a science-based company known for turning fungal fermentation into breakthrough food ingredients, and Adorvia Biotechnology, a global stevia solutions provider, announced a collaboration to help food and beverage manufacturers create better-tasting, lower-sugar products. The partners...
When Bangkok's heat index crossed 52°C in May this year, it was more than a weather headline. It underscored that heat is no longer a seasonal discomfort. It is becoming a daily stress test for how people work, commute, exercise and function in their daily lives.
As these conditions become more...
The acquisition consolidates Nexira’s position in the global market for natural hydrocolloids and carob
Nexira, an independent family-owned group and global leader in natural ingredients and botanical extracts for the food, nutrition and dietary supplements industries, announces the acquisitio...
The approval allows Indian food and supplement manufacturers to use VITADEE Green in fortified staple foods, food and beverages, dietary supplements and nutraceuticals
Fermenta Biotech Limited, India’s leading manufacturer of premium-grade APIs, intermediates, and nutritional premixes for...
The transaction concerning the biosteam plant will be completed at the beginning of 2027
Apetit has agreed on the sale of the biosteam plant located at the Kantvik vegetable oil milling plant to Adven Oy. At the same time, Apetit and Adven have agreed on a long-term energy supply agreement. The ...
India and China have significant opportunities to deepen cooperation across the vegetable oil value chain
The global vegetable oil industry is entering a new phase where policy decisions, energy markets, climate developments and geopolitics are increasingly influencing production, trade flows an...
Company invests CHF 50 million to support growth ambitions in one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic markets
Givaudan, a global leader in Taste & Wellbeing, celebrated the grand opening of its new, state-of-the-art production facility in Cikarang, Indonesia. By expanding manufacturing capaci...
The acquisition strengthens Solina's ability to help customers create differentiated, flavour-forward food experiences while expanding its expertise in dairy innovation
Solina has acquired Epicurean Butter, a Denver, Colorado-based developer and manufacturer of flavoured compound butters and cus...
