Daniela Brahushi, a Regulatory Affairs expert at GNT Group As consumer demand for clean-label and plant-based food solutions continues to rise globally, regulatory clarity is becoming increasingly essential. China has recently made a significant move by officially implementing a new Industry Standard for Colouring Foods, transforming what was previously a[Read More…]
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ACI Group enters strategic agreement with IFF to distribute plant-based proteins
This collaboration significantly strengthens ACI’s ability to support both traditional meat processors and manufacturers of plant-based foods Leading ingredient distributor and supply chain expert ACI Group has entered a long-term strategic agreement with IFF, securing distribution rights for IFF’s portfolio of high-performance soy and pea protein solutions across the UK and Ireland.[Read More…]
Game-Changer for sustainable food: Nourish Ingredients’ Tastilux achieves commercial milestone
James Petrie, Co-Founder and CEO of Nourish Ingredients In a significant advancement for sustainable food, Australian biotech startup Nourish Ingredients has successfully achieved commercial-scale production of Tastilux, a precision-fermented fat that mimics the taste and texture of animal fats, without the use of animals. Leading this innovation is James Petrie,[Read More…]
Meala partners with dsm-firmenich to commercialise texturising protein for meat alternatives
The product is now available in Europe via dsm-firmenich as VertisTM PB Pea Plant-based innovator Meala FoodTech Ltd. partners with dsm-firmenich to launch VertisTM PB Pea, a groundbreaking texturising pea protein. This single, multifunctional ingredient is designed to replace modified binders, such as hydrocolloids, helping to clean up labels in[Read More…]
UNSW researchers crack code for plant-based cheese
A plant-based cheese made from pea protein and polysaccharides, not only stretches and melts but also delivers essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D A team of chemical engineers at UNSW Sydney has achieved a breakthrough in plant-based food innovation by creating a cheese alternative that melts, stretches, and browns[Read More…]
Planteneers launches ingredient blend focused on methylcellulose-free texturising system
Methylcellulose is a methyl ester of cellulose, a natural fibre found in plants and vegetables According to Innova Market Insights, the #3 barrier to consumption of plant-based foods is that they are “too processed or include artificial ingredients.” And while methylcellulose has a positive impact on consumer liking when the[Read More…]
Inside BENEO’s new pulse plant: pioneering sustainable protein from faba beans
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director at BENEO Asia Pacific As global consumer preferences increasingly shift towards healthier and more sustainable food options, BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients and part of the Südzucker Group, is enhancing its investment in plant-based nutrition. The company has recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art pulse-processing plant[Read More…]
Clinical study shows Kerry’s Sensoril Ashwagandha supports quality of life
This recently published study validates Sensoril’s unique ability to support symptom management and quality of life in women post menopause Sensoril Ashwagandha — a science-backed ingredient by Kerry Group — has been shown to support quality of life for women post-menopause, according to a new clinical study. With the potential for women to spend up to[Read More…]
Unilever to sell The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
This divergence makes a sale of the brand the best option for both Unilever and The Vegetarian Butcher Unilever has announced that it has received a binding offer from Vivera to acquire The Vegetarian Butcher. The brand was bought by Unilever in 2018 by founder Jaap Korteweg and has since[Read More…]
MALK Organics debuts coconut and soy SKUs
Premium alternative milk brand expands lineup with two new clean, Certified Organic offerings Leading plant-based milk brand, MALK Organics, announced the launch of two new 100 per cent clean-label SKUs – Unsweetened Organic Coconut and Unsweetened Organic Soy. Both new products remain true to MALK’s mission to offer the cleanest plant-based milk[Read More…]
