Bel Group, although 150 years old, demonstrates that it is not anchored in the past. The French cheese giant has become the first cheesemaker to incorporate Perfect Day’s animal-free dairy proteins into a product, unveiling the Nurishh Incredible Dairy cream cheese spread on January 1, 2023. Additionally, Bel is set to introduce a plant-based variant … Read more
While most Americans still enjoy meat, an increasing number are open to plant-based protein options. However, the plant-based food sector has experienced a slowdown in sales, and the introduction of new ingredients that mimic the textures and flavors of meat could revitalize this market. According to Samah Garringer, the business unit director for DSM’s proteins … Read more
For much of the past two years, IFF has been focused on integrating the capabilities and business units of the legacy IFF and the former DuPont unit. The company divested certain non-core businesses, including a microbial controls chemicals division primarily serving industrial applications and a fruit-processing operation, for approximately $1 billion. In light of former … Read more
General Mills has joined forces with IHOP to introduce the beloved pancakes of the restaurant chain in a cereal format. Each box of IHOP Mini Pancake Cereal contains tiny pancake-shaped pieces infused with natural and artificial flavors of blueberry and syrup. This limited-edition cereal is set to hit store shelves in late December, with availability … Read more
Equinom has dedicated the past year to enhancing yellow peas, achieving a remarkable protein content of 75%. In September, the company formed a partnership with AGT Ingredients to co-develop ferrous fumarate products, aiming to create a range of minimally processed plant protein options. These offerings are designed to improve the taste, nutritional value, accessibility, and … Read more
Leaders at Ynsect, a France-based insect protein company, have indicated that there is a demand for insect proteins for food in the U.S. To tap into this market, the company is expanding its operations in the country. In an email, Ynsect stated that its U.S.-produced ingredients will initially target the animal feed sector, with potential … Read more
Without the essential infrastructure to restore the water supply, agriculture is poised to face significant losses in the years ahead. As temperatures rise and water availability diminishes, consumers will continue to pay higher prices for produce. Bloomberg reported that much of the water loss in California’s dry Central Valley is attributed to the cultivation of … Read more
The market for non-sugar sweeteners is expanding, with Oobli introducing a new line of chocolate bars that feature an innovative ingredient. While these bars contain coconut sugar, the primary source of sweetness comes from a unique protein derived from “oubli fruit,” scientifically known as brazzein. This berry, native to Africa, is reputedly so sweet that … Read more
Manzone, who took on the role of CEO at Whole Earth Brands in 2016, has dedicated the past six years to developing a trendy sweetener portfolio. Whole Earth Brands went public in June 2020 after merging with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). At that time, its offerings included Equal; Whole Earth, a sweetener primarily … Read more
In recent years, there have been numerous significant mergers in the food ingredients sector as companies seek to enhance their capabilities and expand their reach. The recent agreement between Novozymes and Chr. Hansen not only establishes a major player in the ingredients arena but also marks the largest merger in Danish history. The newly formed … Read more