In February 2018, the company purchased a soy processing facility in South Sioux City, Nebraska and is making significant capital investments to transform the site to produce protein isolates from peas with expansion plans to include production of isolates from other pulses as well.

“For over eight years we have worked closely with Jianyuan to bring their high quality pea protein to the North American market,” says Daniel M. Meloro, Farbest president and chairman. “It is an honor to be named their preferred distributor—allowing us to bring Farbest, our customers, and Jianyuan even closer together.”

Available in three flavor varieties including Almond Vanilla, Lemon Matcha, and Chocolate Sea Salt on Amazon.com beginning in October, Dang Bars bring to life the ideal macronutrients for a high-fat, moderate protein, low-carb keto diet.

The ready-to-eat breakfast cereal category's hopes of innovating a way out of its sales slump largely were dashed in 2017. New product launches were plentiful, but none are likely to register as blockbusters.

Pea protein is among the most hypoallergenic of all protein powders, as it contains no gluten, lactose or soy, is easily digested, and is high in amino acids.

A growing number of consumers are looking for great taste, simpler labels and alternative sources of protein to solve their personalized nutrition choices.

Glanbia Nutritionals, a leading global nutrition innovator and formulation specialist, will showcase five new ingredient advances at IFT17 Food Expo in Las Vegas, June 25-28, 2017. Glanbia Nutritionals experts will also be on stand to introduce the innovative, versatile ingredients and answer visitor questions. 

PGP International’s new 60% pea protein crisp gives food manufacturers with a competitive edge in a high demand market for foods that deliver energy-boosting protein, weight management and clean eating.

This new site is strategically located in Canada, the world’s largest producer of peas, with around 30% of the total global production. Manitoba’s well-educated and professional workforce, strong logistic infrastructures and reliable, competitive and sustainable hydroelectric energy, make the province a very attractive environment for this new facility.