Cargill’s 2025 protein profile finds 61% of consumers report increasing their protein intake in 2024, up from 48% from 2019 People are eating more protein than ever before, with 61 per cent of Americans increasing their protein intake in 2024 versus just 48 per cent who did so in 2019.[Read More…]
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Protein Industries Canada introduces new program to help Canadian companies
The $3 million program will support the development of new, or the reformulation of existing products, for the domestic market Protein Industries Canada is announcing a new program to help Canadian companies remain competitive in the wake of the ongoing uncertainty around trade with the US. The $3 million program[Read More…]
Satisfying cravings, supporting wellness, Arla Foods Ingredients’ innovative dessert solutions
Ignacio Estevez, Application Manager for South America at Arla Foods Ingredients Arla Foods Ingredients is transforming the South American dessert market with its innovative high-protein dessert toolbox. As health-conscious consumers increasingly seek indulgent yet nutritious options, this initiative aims to bridge the gap between taste and wellness. By offering solutions[Read More…]
Arla Foods Ingredients strengthens US foothold with Valley Queen agreement
The South Dakota-based dairy processor will produce ingredients from the Nutrilac ProteinBoost product range Arla Foods Ingredients has signed a contract manufacturing agreement with Valley Queen, strengthening its ability to meet the growing demand for protein-enriched dairy in the US. The South Dakota-based dairy processor will produce ingredients from the Nutrilac ProteinBoost[Read More…]
Whole Moon unveils coconut milk beverage made from whole coconut meat
This launch showcases Whole Moon’s dedication to using whole ingredients to create a plant beverage that delivers exceptional taste Whole Moon, a pioneer in plant beverages introduced its new coconut milk—a creamy and refreshing addition to its innovative lineup, the first ever coconut milk that uses whole coconut meat, no[Read More…]
Valio acquires Raisio’s plant protein business
The sale price for the acquisition is EUR 7 million Valio has acquired the plant protein business of Raisio plc, along with the associated fixed assets and the Härkis and Beanit fava bean brands. The fixed assets include the production equipment from the plant in Kauhava that manufactures plant protein[Read More…]
Brevel, CBC Group team up to create microalgae-enriched consumer products
The companies signed a 10-year agreement to develop and commercialise functional beverages and dairy alternatives Microalgae protein innovator Brevel, Ltd., announces it has signed a development and commercialisation agreement with the largest Israeli beverage company, The Central Bottling Company (CBC Group). The partnership will develop functional beverages and dairy alternatives[Read More…]
EU approves Water lentils for consumption and production
The tiny green plants that float – and rapidly multiply – in stagnant water Water lentils, a protein-rich and sustainably cultivated plant have now been officially approved as a vegetable in Europe. It could make a significant contribution to the protein transition and the global food challenge. However, to achieve[Read More…]
JBS enters egg category with acquisition of 50% stake in Mantiqueira
The investment expands the Company’s global multi-protein platform JBS, one of the largest food companies in the world, announced its entry into a new protein segment. The company has acquired a 50 per cent stake in Mantiqueira Brasil, the largest egg producer in South America. This acquisition reinforces JBS’s global[Read More…]
Paine Schwartz acquires Promix nutrition and supplements brand
This strategic acquisition of Promix aligns with Paine Schwartz’s Health and Wellness core investment theme Paine Schwartz Partners, a global leader in sustainable food chain investing, announced that Paine Schwartz Food Chain Fund VI has successfully acquired Promix LLC, a high-growth brand of high-quality protein mixes, nutritional supplements, vitamins, and[Read More…]
