Symrise Flavors and Diana Food, part of the Symrise organization since 2014, have collaborated in the development of the “Discover Chicken” line. The heightened chicken flavor competency is aptly named because the new range of chicken flavors deliver a groundbreaking sensory experience of authentic, freshly cooked chicken without the typical off-notes found in other flavor solutions.
Chr. Hansen expanding natural color production for North America
April 16, 2018
Chr. Hansen purchased the Banker Wire manufacturing facility in Mukwonago, Wis. Officials say the move adds significantly to its presence in North America and is in convenient proximity to its Milwaukee-base. Taking this step is in response to an ever growing interest from US consumers in products made from natural, recognizable and safe ingredients, putting pressure on food and beverage producers to convert to natural colors.
CP Kelco adds four Non-GMO Project Verified gellan gums to portfolio
April 13, 2018
Since the company’s discovery of gellan gum, CP Kelco has evolved its product line to meet global market needs, including consumers’ demand for non-GMO options.
Two new cheese cultures answer productivity and cheese quality needs for high-volume, industrial cheese makers
April 11, 2018
Industrial pizza cheese and pasta filata makers need consistency and reliability in their operations. Under intense pressure to operate efficiently, cheese plants are sometimes forced to adjust their process times due to starter cultures that don’t perform consistently, which causes production delays that impact quality and, ultimately, the bottom line.
Bay State Milling’s SowNaked hull-less oats win “Best New Ingredient” NEXTY award at Natural Products Expo West
April 11, 2018
Naked Oats is the common name for cultivars of hull-less oats; however, these oats are anything but common! During harvest, these oats thresh free of their hulls eliminating the 30% yield loss associated with traditional oats. This allows for greater returns to Bay State Milling’s growers—while it eliminates the energy-intensive steps of hulling and kilning (meaning, no heat or steam are needed).
Fuchs introduces “Island Inspiration Collection” of seasonings, bases and flavors
April 10, 2018
Among the collection’s offerings are seasonings and blends for proteins, snacks and dairy. These items are also the starting point for food manufacturers and foodservice establishments to develop their own unique signature product offerings, with Fuchs’ culinary specialists at their side.
MGP commits to renewable energy; 100% of electricity to come from wind
April 9, 2018
Through a three-year agreement that took effect April 1, the company has made a commitment to renewable energy through Westar Wind, a Green-e certified program offered by Westar Energy. As a result, total electric usage at MGP’s facilities in Atchison, Kan., and Lawrenceburg, Ind., will be offset by green energy provided by Westar’s wind resources in Kansas.
Parker Products opening new plant for inclusions, ingredient specialties
April 6, 2018
With three times the capacity of Parker Products’ previous location, the new 90,000-square-foot facility houses all of the company’s operations and allows for new processes to maintain the quality Parker Products is known for while further improving efficiency. For example, real-time quality control checks and overall equipment effectiveness feedback is now available digitally from the production lines. Additionally, each production room in the new facility features a separate air handling system to prevent cross contamination.
Five of Ohly PRODRY ingredients earn Non-GMO Project Verification
April 3, 2018
PRODRY® NGMOP products are the latest additions in the PRODRY® range, which is the result of decades of experience in taste ingredient development and production. All PRODRY® free-flowing powders have been specifically formulated to help bring together even the most difficult ingredients and are carefully calibrated to retain their intense aroma components for maximum flavor and exceptional taste.
Bell uses Research Chefs Association event to combine “low country” cuisine with Chinese inspiration
April 3, 2018
Bell Flavors & Fragrances showcased innovative flavors during the Research Chefs Association (RCA) Expo in Savannah, Ga., March 26th through March 28th. The RCA Expo displays some of the most cutting-edge and inventive flavor products and is host to an excellent source of networking professionals within the flavor and culinary industry, including culinary chefs, R&D specialists, and professionals across different industries.