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Sugar reduction solutions company SweeGen announced Food Standards Australia, New Zealand (FSANZ) has assessed and approved Bestevia® Reb E stevia sweetener as a food additive, stated in Application A1183, published on July 28, 2020.

From sweet pastry fillings to savory almond-and-rice mixes, food scientists should be aware of all the unique processed versions of fruits and nuts and the applications that they work best in. Handling these often delicate ingredients with care will ensure optimal presentation as well as safety and flavor quality for the duration of that application’s shelf life.

Consumer demand for products offering both indulgence and health, unexpected ingredient pairings, and an emphasis on textures influenced recipes like a luxurious Aztec Almond Hot Chocolate, Almond Candied Orange & Coconut Mendiant, Almond Goji Berry Chocolate Bonbons and Almond Coriander Praline Truffles.

This year’s Institute of Food Technologists’ SHIFT20 event focused on the future of food. In conjunction, the American Egg Board shared its latest white paper on Gen Z, which is just beginning to make its mark on food and beverage innovation. 

Spirulina, a microalgae containing a naturally occurring blue pigment called phycocyanin, is currently the only clean-label blue colorant approved for confectionery applications.

Ardent Mills, a flour-milling and ingredient company, announced that Angie Miller has joined the company as vice president of sales. In this role, Miller will be part of the company’s senior leadership team and will lead sales strategies, create consistent value and continue to deliver exceptional customer experience.

Joywell Foods, a food technology company developing a sweet protein portfolio, announced the closing of a $6.9M Series A financing round. The round was led by Evolv Ventures, a venture fund backed by Kraft Heinz.

PLT Health Solutions, Inc. announced that Earthlight® Whole Food Vitamin D has received approval of its Food Additive Petition from the USFood & Drug Administration, paving the way for this unique dietary ingredient to be used in food and beverages produced and sold in the United States. 

Kemin Industries used the 2020 Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting and Food Expo (IFT20) virtual event to highlight its range of clean label antimicrobial and antioxidant solutions. 

Bell Flavors and Fragrances announced the promotions of three team members, and hiring of seven new employees. Promotions include: Nicole Iwicki to senior sensory scientist, and Joann Molloy and Valerie Seaholm’s promotion to regulatory analyst.