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EU organic farmers sound alarm amid revenue decline and tightening eco-regulations

07 Feb 2024 --- Thousands of organic farmers have joined protests across Europe over diminished returns from organic sales, warning about mounting pressures from stricter environmental rules that have left many members of the sector feeling unfairly burdened by costs along the supply chain.

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Special Report

Fats and oils: Healthy indulgence, targeting regional tastes and enhancing nutrition in the spotlight

31 Jan 2024 --- Rising consumer demand for healthier options is driving the fat and oil sector toward developing low-fat solutions and products with minimal processing and fewer chemicals. As the food industry moves toward greater personalization, manufacturers are reshaping the idea of fats and oils in daily diets while innovating and adapting to address the growing consumer demand for...

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Prova CEO spotlights Ugandan vanilla, extract innovation and “big ambitions” for Asia-Pacific

05 Feb 2024 --- The vanilla market is known for volatility, with prices skyrocketing or bottoming out as crop yields remain at the mercy of extreme weather conditions, fusarium infection, intermediary involvement and political turmoil. The vanilla industry relies heavily on Madagascar, which is estimated to hold 80% of the market production of vanilla worldwide.

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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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The Editor Presents: The Consumer Trends Edition

Join The World of Food Ingredients’ editor, Missy Green, for a rundown of the December 2023 edition, which reflects on NPD from the past year and delves into the Top Ten Trends for 2024. Suppliers share their insights on what’s to come for “ingredients taking the spotlight” and emerging themes in F&B innovation. She’ll highlight the key takeaways from articles on...

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Open Paws: Speciesism in AI risks undermining animal welfare reform

Sam Tucker, executive director of Open Paws and CEO of VEG3, shines a light on speciesism and how AI systems are exacerbating the problem. Tucker outlines how AI can be a force for good in animal welfare reform and the transition to plant-based diets. He also discusses the need for reliable regulatory frameworks around AI.

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ISM & ProSweets 2024: Adventurous snacking, eco-centric confectionery and smart automation

ISM & ProSweets hosted various suppliers, brands, and specialists in confectionery innovation, savory snacking product development, and smart manufacturing processes. Food Ingredients First reported live from the show floor, speaking to food industry players about their product launches and industrial advancements,...
28 Jan 2024 - 31 Jan 2024 Messeplatz 1, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Editor’s Pick

January in review: Plant-based innovation, zero-alcohol solutions and greenwashing clampdown

29 Jan 2024 --- The year has begun with food tech innovations, regulation advancements in the cultivated meat space, AI-powered solutions, eco-labeling policy developments and annual campaigns like Veganuary and Dry January.In the first of a new series for Food Ingredients First, we recap the most significant stories of the month to make sure you haven’t missed key highlights from the...

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Latest Headlines

Chocolates are placed on a white table.

Chocolate and cocoa: Sustainable sourcing, plant-based innovation and healthy indulgence trends drive growth

07 Feb 2024 --- Chocolate and cocoa players are boosting sustainability efforts and developing solutions that tap into the latest trends within the space. Among them is an increase in the popularity of Asian flavors, high-protein chocolates,... Read More

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Planteneers: “Price parity and quality alternatives can change perception of future plant-based sector”

07 Feb 2024 --- German ingredient manufacturer Planteneers envisions that 2024 will be a successful year for plant-based innovation. The company is moving forward with the ethos that plant-based products are just as good as conventional meat... Read More

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Alland & Robert’s high-density gum granules to improve logistics and lower carbon footprint

07 Feb 2024 --- Alland & Robert has unveiled its fourth production line of acacia gum at its plant in Normandy, France and launched “Beyond Acacia” — a highly soluble gum with granularity that confers better hydration properties... Read More

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Dawn Foods completes acquisition of Royal Steensma

07 Feb 2024 --- Global bakery manufacturer and ingredient supplier Dawn Foods has acquired Royal Steensma, a family-owned bakery ingredients manufacturing company headquartered in Leeuwarden, the Netherlands. The deal closed on January 31. Read More

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Special Report Sleep and Relaxation

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First line of defense: Nervine herbs and CBD lead the charge for natural sleep and stress management

07 Feb 2024 --- Lifestyle surveys show that Millennials and Gen Zers are having difficulty balancing work and family obligations. Nutrition supplements that... Read More

Ingredient Focus : Fats & Oils

Innova Market Insights data indicates that food & beverage launches with fats and oil ingredients had a 2% average annual growth from October 2018 to September 2023. Bakery was in the lead for these launches, while Meat Substitutes had the fastest growth. Vegetable oil was the leading... More

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Analysis Feature Vanilla innovation

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Vanilla innovation

Innova Market Insights data shows that vanilla-infused products are on the rise worldwide, experiencing a 1% year-over-year growth from October 2021 to September 2023. Confectionery leads in global launches at 37%, with Vanilla Bean emerging as the fastest-growing ingredient at a 3% CAGR from October 2018 to September 2023. In the latest period, top vanilla-inclusive launches focus on Ethical...
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TOP 5 VANILLA INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF FOOD & BEVERAGE LAUNCHES TRACKED WITH VANILLA INGREDIENTS (GLOBAL, OCTOBER 2022 – SEPTEMBER 2023)

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