Anne Vlahos, vp sales, for PROVA Inc., announced that Kristen Thomas joined the company as midwest sales manager. In this role, Thomas will manage key accounts for PROVA in the Midwest US, as well as develop new accounts within this territory.
Happiness Capital leads round for food and feed company
July 29, 2021
NovoNutrients, an alternative proteins company that uses industrial carbon dioxide emissions, cheap hydrogen and naturally occurring microbes to create high-grade proteins for human and animal consumption, announced a $4.7 million raise led by Hong Kong-based global venture firm, Happiness Capital.
Rebecca Lucas to take on role as director of research & development
July 28, 2021
Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80% of the world with its products and services, has selected Rebecca Lucas to serve as director of research and development (R&D) for its human nutrition and health business unit.
Dole debuted two innovations with functional benefits, moving closer to its promise of eliminating added sugar in all products by 2025
July 28, 2021
With less than 100 calories per can, the Dole Essentials line is made with 65% juice and contains no added sugar or high fructose corn syrup. The product is non-GMO and Kosher, and provides an excellent source of Vitamin C to help support immunity.
The dual branding reinforces the direction of the company’s evolution, which is bringing both divisions closer together
July 28, 2021
Flavorchem and Orchidia Fragrances, established leaders in the creation and manufacturing of flavor, ingredient, and fragrance solutions, launched a new co-branded website as a reflection of the company’s innovation and positioning to better serve the changing needs of local and global clients.
Kalsec has invested more than $10 million in the project, which will support deeper collaboration with its customers to deliver on consumer demands for natural and sustainable foods and beverages
July 28, 2021
Kalsec®, a global producer of natural spice and herb extracts, colors, food protection and hop extracts for the food and beverage industry, celebrated the opening of its newest facility with a dedication ceremony on Thursday, July 22, 2021. The Don Berdahl Center for New Technology is named in honor of Dr. Don Berdahl, who retired as the company’s chief technical officer in 2019. Kalsec has invested over $10 million in the project, which will support deeper collaboration with its customers to deliver on consumer demands for natural and sustainable foods and beverages.
Caramel colors are among the oldest food colorings, used in the food industry to impart an appealing appearance to food products since the 1800s. Today, caramel colors account for approximately 80% of all color additives used in foods and beverages, appearing in products such as, spirits, sauces, baked goods, processed meats, and even pet foods.
The flavor or Cool Ranch Doritos and Funyuns can now be found on potato chips
July 27, 2021
For the first time, Lay’s, a flavor innovator and proponent of experimentation, is bringing two iconic snacks, Doritos and Funyuns, to market as Lay’s potato chips.
Naturipe and Chobani designed the parfaits with grab-and-go snacking in mind
July 26, 2021
Each 6oz Berry Parfait contains fresh Naturipe blueberries, Chobani® Greek Yogurt, and granola and serves as the perfect snack-sized option for those craving a sweet and wholesome treat.
Ingredients such as malted grain syrups, cinnamon, chocolate, fruits, vanilla, spices and even flavored salts and soy sauce are what bring baked goods to life
To claim that flavorants used in baked goods are a secondary concern in batch production would be inaccurate. Yet the focus on the flours, texturants, fats, and leavenings in discussions of bakery production seems to overwhelm all other ingredients. Yet ingredients such as malted grain syrups, cinnamon, chocolate, fruits, vanilla, spices and even flavored salts and soy sauce are what bring baked goods to life.