Food & Beverage

Extraction solvent made entirely from plant-based carbon, methyloxolane, sold under the brand name EcoXtract, has been added to the list of permitted processing aids for the manufacture of food ingredients by the European Parliament.

The latest on ingredients for vision performance.

The two companies continue to grow their partnership, which also covers Mexico and Europe.

FDA issued a “no questions letter” responding to DSM’s GRAS notification, while Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration included 3-FL in the latest update to its list of permissible ingredients.

Capsoil’s patented process converts oil into water-soluble powder.

The new beverage is a finalist in the NEXTY Awards in the category “Best New Functional Food or Beverage.”

The ingredients in the line comprise optimal blends of plant proteins to “deliver targeted nutritional and functional properties for a wide range of end-use applications.”

New research in the blood sugar management market shows promise for widely applicable ingredients like chicory root fibers and antioxidants.

Ingredient supplier Kerry has unveiled its 2023 Kerry Taste and Nutrition Charts predicting the year’s food and beverage flavor and ingredient trends.

Arkeon uses a one-step fermentation process to create “completely customizable protein ingredients.”

The company cites SPINS data showing that it was the fastest-growing nutrition bar in the U.S. last year.

According to the company, the 100%-plant-derived product offers the same appearance, texture, and flavor of canned tunafish.

When will collagen sales slow down? Not this year, sources say.

The fellowship’s purpose is to research issues related to upcycled foods.

Expect more protein innovation this year as brands cater to an expanding audience.

The popularity of a diet also differs by region, the publication states.

ByHeart has acquired the Allerton, Iowa facility of DairiConcepts, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of America, the nation’s largest dairy cooperative.

FermentIQ is designed to improve the sensory, functional, and nutritional attributes of plant protein, the company says.

The eggs are cobranded with Kroger under the name “Simple Truth + Kipster.”

Ashwagandha saw incremental sales gains in 2022.

Foodology by Univar Solutions was created to help product developers understand and incorporate evolving consumer preferences during product development, guiding them on everything from taste, texture, flavor, and appearance to a product’s nutritional profile.

Nutritional Outlook’s Editorial Advisory Board shares its predictions and tips for success in 2023.

Batory Foods has announced the launch of a new business unit called Batory Sweetener Solutions, following its acquisition of the Savannah-based Sweetener Solutions in early 2022.

The combined IRCA and Kerry’s sweet ingredients portfolio is expected to create a global leader in semi-finished food ingredients with about €1 billion in revenues.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients has announced a strategic partnership with the biotechnology company Triplebar Bio Inc. to develop and scale the production of cell-based proteins using precision fermentation.

Experts predict 2023’s hottest food and beverage flavor trends.

ByHeart has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cascadia Nutrition, an FDA-registered packaging and blending facility based in Portland, OR.

Plant-based diets, personalized nutrition, functional foods, and digestive health are key to success in 2023.

As consumers spend more on confections, will healthier options get their vote?

Dutch ingredients firm Fooditive is ramping up trials to mass-produce bio-identical honey.