IFIC finds consumers adopting an origins-focused approach when buying food
March 29, 2019
IFIC Foundation predicts that 2019 will bring a larger focus on the food journey, greater attention to food safety and allergens, continued consumer concern about sugar and increased popularity of plant-based eating.
Manufacturers must address areas of taste, texture and variety to satisfy growing interest in plant-based foods
March 25, 2019
“People are motivated to alter their diets to include more plant-based foods because they believe it will enhance their overall wellness, provide specific health benefits and help the environment,” says Mark Cornthwaite, marketing manager, DuPont Nutrition & Health.
BI Nutraceuticals showcases protein, apple cider vinegar powder, and more
March 18, 2019
BI’s Apple Cider Vinegar Powder contains 4%-10% Acetic Acid and acts as a substitute for liquid ACV in beverages, dry mixes, seasoning blends, etc. Apple Cider Vinegar is one of the trendiest ingredients in beverage applications this year. BI also complemented its Apple Cider Vinegar with beet lemonade to offer a pleasant and delicious taste format at SCiftS.
Clextral hosts extrusion workshop for plant-based foods development
March 13, 2019
Attendees will learn about innovations in plant-based applications, and hands-on demonstrations will show techniques to create foods—from meat replacements to entrees, to protein snacks with high consumer appeal.
Loma Linda introduces Tuno to meet consumer demand for plant-based foods
March 5, 2019
With consumer adoption for plant-based foods increasing daily, Loma Linda has now placed TUNO at retailers worldwide, including the United States, Australia and the UK, continuing its mission to provide affordable, sustainable and healthy sources for plant-based food for all lifestyles and taste preferences around the globe.
TIC Gums uses Natural Products Expo West to showcase new plant-based solutions involving hydrocolloids, proteins, sweeteners and more
March 4, 2019
Simplistica YG 3206 ingredient system leverages faba bean protein and an optimized blend of stabilizers to enhance texture and mouthfeel in vegan yogurt fortified with protein.
New production facility to open in response to growing demand for meat alternatives
March 4, 2019
The new facility will be operated by BioWanze, a subsidiary of CropEnergies, the leading European manufacturer of sustainably produced ethanol. Its biorefinery in Belgium utilizes the entire raw material to produce high-quality food, feed and fuel with no waste.
The purchase includes two integrated plants in Russell, Kan.
February 21, 2019
“As a long-term investor in White Energy, we are intimately familiar with the Russell facilities, which have a unique competitive position in the food ingredient and renewable energy markets. We believe this business can be improved even further by focusing on Russell as a standalone operation,” said Victor Khosla, SVPGlobal’s founder and chief investment officer.