Low sugar, plant-based and locally flavored mooncakes shine as China celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival
29 Sep 2023 --- As the mooncake season reaches its peak with the arrival of the Mid-Autumn Festival today, the traditional symbol of family reunion and cultural pastry of Asia is undergoing a reinvention. Read More
Beyond The Headlines: Nestlé debuts millet-based porridge in India, Lallemand marks 100 years yeast production in Montréal
29 Sep 2023 --- In industry news this week, Second Nature Brands plans to acquire Sahale Snacks from The J.M. Smucker Co. while Celanese Corporation completes the formation of Nutrinova, a food ingredients joint venture with Mitsui & Co.... Read More
Ofi doubles functional ingredients output with Malaysia dairy production expansion
29 Sep 2023 --- Olam Food Ingredients (Ofi) has announced the expansion of its dairy production facility and Ingredient Excellence Center (IEC) in Johor, Malaysia. The company has added a new milk powder dryer that could “more than... Read More
Scientists slam EU proposals to reapprove glyphosate amid concerns it impairs nutrient content of crops
29 Sep 2023 --- The European Commission (EC) has proposed the re-approval of glyphosate, an ingredient in common weedkillers. Experts and environmentalists have expressed concern about the impact the continuous use of the chemical is having on... Read More
Ingredient Focus : Butter boom: Gaining ground in bakery, confectionery and ice...
Butter is not just a staple ingredient for cooking and baking, it is also a key component of many indulgent products such as cakes, chocolates and ice creams. Data from Innova Market Insights indicates that butter ingredient use is gaining ground for Bakery (5%), Confectionery (3%) and Ice Cream... More
Analysis Feature Immune health claims on the rise in F&B launches innovation
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TOP 5 INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF FOOD & BEVERAGE LAUNCHES TRACKED WITH IMMUNE HEALTH CLAIMS (GLOBAL, JUL 2022 – JUN 2023)