Food & Beverage

NZMP to expand the application range of its proprietary probiotic strains.

Milk with only A2 β-casein protein may help reduce gastrointestinal discomfort in people with lactose maldigestion.

ReGrained has announced that its SuperGrain+ flour is the first ingredient in the world to receive Upcycled Food Certification from the Upcycled Food Association.

Authors of a paper published in Nutrients suggest DRI changes for vitamin K, magnesium, lutein, and omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA.

Clean-label preservatives aren’t just vital to food and drink formulations; they determine the future scalability and success of such products in the marketplace, one expert explains.

Are functional foods and beverages the latest frontlines for immune support?

The bulletin is an update of the article on pomegranate adulteration published in ABC’s peer-reviewed journal HerbalGram in 2016.

Plant protein suppliers are ramping up to meet the coming demand.

House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) recently introduced new legislation that would significantly alter the GRAS (generally recognized as safe) process.

NextFerm Industries has announced that it has successfully completed an industrial production pilot for ProteVin, a vegan, non-GMO, yeast-based protein alternative.

Sparkling water is on the rise, now with a healthy, functional twist.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients launched Deminal 90 Organic, a new organic version of its demineralized whey ingredient for infant formula.

Ardent Mills acquired all of the assets of Hinrichs Trading Company, a North American chickpea sourcing, cleaning and packaging company.

Effective June 2021, Kerry will lead the sales, marketing, and distribution of Bio-Cat’s proprietary probiotic strain, Opti-Biome MB40.

Avansya, a joint venture between Cargill and DSM to develop sustainable sweeteners, commissioned a third-party Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) of its EverSweet stevia sweetener.

International Molasses introduced CaneRite Panela, an all-natural, unrefined, non-centrifuged powder sweetener made from the freshly squeezed juice of the entire sugar cane plant.

Natural-sweetener companies are hustling to make their ingredients friendlier to use.

Following a GRAS (generally recognized as safe) notification for its Taxifolin BC-DHQ, Blue California’s has received a letter of no objection from FDA.

Brightfield Group recently released a report on the sales of cannabidiol (CBD) in the United States.

Senators Ron Wyden (D-Oregon), Rand Paul (R-Kentucky), and Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) have introduced a new bill to regulate hemp and CBD products called the “Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act.”

Kerry is developing a purpose-built food technology and innovation center of excellence in Queensland, Australia, which will include pilot plants, laboratories, and tasting facilities.

ValidCare is adding a second cohort of CBD brands to its large scale, human safety study, with additional financial support from Open Book Extracts.

Although the joint health consumer skews older, some of the creative new products coming to market might also capture the attention of younger demographics by fitting more conveniently into their daily routine.

Results showed that out of 4025 adults, 2018 from the U.S. and 2034 from the U.K., 40% of respondents from each country were at least somewhat likely to try cultivated meat, and 40% from each country considered themselves very or extremely likely to try cultivated meat.

Synergy Flavors Inc. acquired Innova Flavors from Griffith Foods Worldwide, expanding its savory capabilities to meet the demands of new product development happening in meat alternatives, sauces, side dishes, and snacks.