Weekly Roundup: Replicating casein with new tech, 3D bio-printing advances cultivated fish
06 Jan 2023 --- This week in industry news, Liberation Labs closed a US$20 million seed round of funding to develop alternative proteins at scale. Meanwhile, Olam Group completed a US$1.24 billion sale of a substantial minority stake in Olam Agri,... Read More
Mars exec underscores strength of wellness snack portfolio following Trü Frü acquisition
06 Jan 2023 --- As Mars props up its wellness snacking portfolio with another acquisition, the better-for-you snacks category looks set to grow further this year as consumers demand more from healthy indulgence. FoodIngredientsFirst spoke with the... Read More
Low-calorie hard water beverage “stripped of carbonation” hits shelves as a new category emerges
06 Jan 2023 --- Bluebird Hardwater has launched a trio of alcoholic beverages, carving out a new category within the industry known as “hard water.” They combine premium spirits with ultra-purified water at an ABV of just 4%. The move... Read More
Symrise scores tall in climate, water and forests sustainability grading
06 Jan 2023 --- German ingredients supplier Symrise has again earned A scores in the yearly sustainability ratings of renowned nonprofit organization CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project. In the categories of forests and water,... Read More
Ingredient Focus : Plant-based innovations
According to data from Innova Market Insights, plant-based food and beverage launches grew exponentially between 2017 and 2022. The launches were mainly present in Europe (41%) and North America (36%) with the Dairy and Meat substitutes categories leading in use. The top companies launching... More
Analysis Feature Reducing sugar innovation
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TOP SELECTED INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF FOOD & BEVERAGE LAUNCHES TRACKED WITH REDUCED SUGAR CLAIMS (GLOBAL, 2021 Q4-2022 Q3)
