Food & Beverage

A recent study found that a non-genetically modified, wild-type fructanase preparation manufactured by Bio-Cat as Optiziome Fructanase (previously known as Optiziome Inulinase) was well-tolerated and safe, compared to placebo.

FDA has agreed that four ingredients in Arla Foods’ Peptigen and Lacprodan ranges meet the definition for peptones in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, therefore permitting it for use in early life nutrition.

The partnership, says the company, allows Barentz to leverage CrushDynamic’s proprietary ingredients designed to enhance flavor profiles, nutritional value, and sustainability.

The Spanish company, Alvinesa Natual Ingredients, has announced the acquisition of the Chilean company Industrias Vínicas and Argentine company Dervinsa.

Bioiberica (Barcelona, Spain) has announced self-determination of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) for its Collavant n2 native (undenatured) type II collagen at 40 mg/day.

According to the company’s press release, the 28,000 square-foot expansion represents an $8.5 billion investment to scale up Flavorman’s "Beverage Campus" and “facility its rapid growth in the beverage industry.”

The program, called the Climate Farming Project, is underway with 15 pilot farms that will cultivate sugar beets, wheat, and chicory according to various regenerative farming methods in an area equivalent to over 1,100 soccer fields.

Chinova Bioworks has announced an exclusive partnership with Hawkins Watts to distribute Chinova’s Chiber Mushroom Fiber Extract in the food and beverage markets of Australia and New Zealand.

Through the partnership with TurtleTree, Strive intends to expand its product offerings with an immune support beverage aimed at adults, and a ready-to-mix protein powder, both of which will include TurtleTree’s lactoferrin (LF+).

Revyve to debut egg replacer for texturizing and binding plant-based burgers.

FlavorSum had its ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of its newly expanded Kalamazoo, MI facility on June 18, 2024.

FMCG Gurus shares insights into changing consumer habits about the purchase of hot beverages and soft drinks.

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How home cooks and restaurant chefs are using plant-based meat and dairy alternatives, and what you need to know to meet their needs.

Energy products and as a result, caffeine, remain huge sellers, but consumers are increasingly interested in “clean” sources of energy.

According to the company, Keto-Fructose closely mimics the flavor profile of sugar, making it a seamless replacement for sugar that can be used in an array of application.

According to the company’s press release, Apparo’s ability to upcycle protein and other nutritional ingredients, combined with Döhler’s large pipeline of applications, will help the company better meet the evolving demands of the food and beverage sector.

Kash Rocheleau has been appointed chief executive officer while longtime CEO and founder, Thom King, will be taking on the role of chief innovation officer.

Kemin Industries has announced that its Verona, Missouri plant, operated by Kemin Food Technologies, has received Global Food Safety Initiative certification through the Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 GFSI standard scheme, and has been successfully audited by the Agricultural Marketing Services arm of USDA for its implementation of the Process Verified Program.

An alternative to seaweed, the wrap is suitable for sushi and spring rolls, among other things. It’s is easy to fold and can be fried, steamed, boiled, or baked.

The blends are specifically designed for beverage applications.

EPI Ingredients, the dry ingredients division of the French dairy cooperative Laïta, has introduced an additive-free butter powder of its portfolio.

Consumers are looking for healthy beverages with targeted benefits.

Virginia Dare has relocated its entire operation to Carteret, NJ.

According to the company, BIOMEnd contains L-Lysine Butyrate, the l-lysine salt of butyric acid, which is superior in form and completely soluble in liquid solution.

DolCas Biotech has announced that it will be showcasing a new chocolate prototype featuring its Curcugen curcumin ingredient at this year’s Vitafoods Europe.

Woodland Foods, a provider of globally-sourced, plant-based ingredients has announced the acquisition of Idan Foods, which provides breading and batters, coating systems, baking mixes, and seasonings.

The solutions will combine human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) from dsm-firmenich and probiotics from Lallemand Health Solutions with the aim to make the composition of infant formula closer to breast milk.

Arla Foods Ingredients has reached an agreement to acquire Volac’s Whey Nutrition business through a purchase of shares in Volac Whey Nutrition Holdings Limited and its subsidiary, Volac Whey Nutrition Limited and Volac Renewable Energy Limited.

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