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West Bank division, Gaza destruction: How the Israel-Hamas war is killing Palestine’s agri-food industry

04 Dec 2023 --- The Palestinian agri-food industry is facing “a monumental transformation,” with trade in the West Bank heavily disrupted, international exports almost ended, business contracts canceled, reported settler crop destruction and tens of thousands of farm workers prevented from traveling or transporting goods. Produce is rotting en masse, and the market is operating at...

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Alternative proteins: Pulses poised for growth while new technologies projected to drive taste, texture and...

29 Nov 2023 --- As the world’s population rises, the search for sustainable alternative proteins continues to gather pace within the F&B industry. Food Ingredients First examines the consumer trends and market dynamics influencing the alternative protein space, which includes how health and wellness claims are driving the demand for products and solutions across a range of categories,...

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Samyang banks on biotech and specialty ingredients as world faces supply chain challenges

01 Dec 2023 --- With climate change causing increased uncertainty in food production, more businesses are looking for ways to keep production moving in times of scarcity. Last year, in particular, was difficult for the starch market when nearly all hydrocolloids were in short supply.

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Technical Paper

Upcycled Natural Ingredients in Food Protection

Consumer demand for natural preservatives and clean label products in the food and beverage industry is on the rise like never before. As health-conscious consumers seek safer and more transparent options, the spotlight has shifted to natural ingredients that not only extend shelf life but also uphold the integrity of the product.This Technical Paper is from Alvinesa Natural Ingredients.

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Promilk^® B MAX: Unique dairy protein to maximize the texture in food dairy product!

Texture plays a major role in the sensory experience of food. Consumers seek products with delicious taste but also with good feelings in their mouths.Thanks to its high-water binding and texturizing capacities, Promilk® B Max is an innovative milk protein that maximizes and boosts the texture of food-finished products. It is a unique solution 100 % dairy to achieve the perfect texture,...

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BrauBeviale 2023: Kalsec answers beer flavor demands as non-alcoholic solutions gain popularity

At BrauBeviale 2023, we speak with Dr. Pattie Aron, director of Product Management Hops at Kalsec, about how the company’s non-alcoholic beer solutions compare to regular, full-strength beers. We also discuss Kalsec’s post-fermentation hop oils and its new addition method branded Lupulock.

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SupplySide West 2023 review: Women’s health, sustainability and upcycling shine

SupplySide West 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, witnessed innovation in women’s health, sustainability and upcycling. Companies unveiled products catering specifically to women’s wellness needs, from novel supplements to menopause solutions. Sustainability also took center stage as exhibitors showcased their...
23 Oct 2023 - 27 Oct 2023 Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, Nevada
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The AI gap: Rabobank expects F&B giants to stretch dominance amid affordability barriers

30 Nov 2023 --- Artificial intelligence (AI) holds the potential to transform the consumer food sector by refining operation processes, forging deeper connections with consumers and developing innovative solutions for sustainability and nutrition, a new Rabobank report has detailed. But, AI also poses significant risks to the industry, including affordability issues, “AI washing” and...

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COP28: How Good equips Carrefour with carbon footprint labels, Sultan criticism continues

01 Dec 2023 --- US-based food rating company How Good is partnering with SES-imagotag, a global specialist in electronic shelf tags and IoT solutions, to provide environmental sustainability labels for Carrefour supermarket products throughout the... Read More

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Scientists tap AI to analyze citrus rind color for optimized harvest schedules

04 Dec 2023 --- Researchers in China have developed an AI-based framework for predicting and visualizing citrus fruit color transformation in orchards, which indicates when fruits are mature enough for harvest. The technique is slated for enhancing... Read More

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UK Edible Insect Association warns market entry barriers restrict sustainable protein

04 Dec 2023 --- The European Novel Food regulations impose an “extremely high barrier to entry for edible insect companies and ignore the sector’s potential to build a more sustainable food system,” according to the UK Edible Insect... Read More

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Eco Spirits equips Johnnie Walker producer Diageo with reusable packaging to replace glass

04 Dec 2023 --- Eco Spirits is partnering with Diageo, the maker of Johnnie Walker whisky, Don Julio tequila and Guinness, to establish a framework for piloting and scaling packaging across 18 markets in the next three years. The Eco Spirits... Read More

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EU-US microbiome strategy: Yakult Europe discloses its role in major initiatives to shape future R&D

01 Dec 2023 --- Four substantial microbiome R&D projects have been set in motion in the European region — Holomicrobiome, MicroHealth, Fermented Foods... Read More

Ingredient Focus : Healthy indulgence

Innova Market Insights data suggests there is a rise in health-claimed launches within indulgent subcategories. From October 2022 to September 2023, Sweet Biscuits/Cookies led all subcategories. Top positionings included gluten-free, while prebiotics, probiotics, and no added sugar claims saw rapid... More

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Analysis Feature Christmas NPD innovation

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Christmas NPD innovation

Christmas food & beverage launches globally show a +2% year-over-year increase from October 2021 – September 2022 to October 2022 – September 2023. Confectionery dominates with 42% of launches. Top positionings include Ethical – packaging (49%), Ethical – human (20%), and Ethical – environment (15%).
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TOP 5 SELECTED INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF FOOD & BEVERAGE LAUNCHES TRACKED WITH CHRISTMAS CLAIMS (GLOBAL, OCTOBER 2022 – SEPTEMBER 2023)

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