About the author
Joshua Poole
Joshua Poole is the editorial team lead at CNS Media. Writing across a wide range of topics, he takes a special interest in sustainable food systems, animal welfare and alternative protein innovation. Joshua holds an MA in Publishing from University College London, UK, and BA in English Literature from University of Exeter, UK. He previously worked for global academic publishers Wiley and Springer Nature.
Joshua Poole's articles
Bananas, heritage and health: The story behind Sobanana’s upcycling mission
Portuguese-Ukrainian start-up Sobanana by Bananagerie upcycles surplus bananas and banana byproducts through a fermentation process into nutrient-rich foods, including fermented banana beverages and...
Transparency triumphs at IFT First 2025: Ingredion, Comet Bio & FoodChain ID
Global consumers are increasingly influenced by environmental and social factors when deciding between food and beverage products. At the IFT First 2025 trade show in Chicago, US, last week, supply...
IFT First 2025: dsm-firmenich talks “decoding” sensory challenges in plant proteins with masking range
As demand for sustainable nutrition and protein diversification grows, food formulators are increasingly looking for plant-based ingredients that meet functional and sensory expectations. At last...
IFT First 2025: Brenntag serves up culinary innovation with hybrid meats and bold flavors
A sharpened focus on culinary flexibility, bold flavors, and sustainability is driving consumer demands in F&B as health-conscious choices take center stage. Brenntag targets these demands with...
IFT First 2025: Biospringer by Lesaffre showcases yeast-based “bitter blockers” for enhanced flavor innovation
Biospringer by Lesaffre is advancing flavor innovation through its yeast-based ingredients to target “intense” sensory profiles in foods. Its fermentation-derived Springer Mask 102 solution blocks...
IFT First 2025: Cargill talks bridging macro consumer trends with product development
Leveraging its legacy proprietary research tools, US food corporation Cargill highlights how its consumer insights support manufacturers in navigating shifting demands, cost pressures, and product...
IFT First 2025: GNT navigates shifting color regulations with plant-based hues
F&B manufacturers in the US and beyond are actively seeking effective alternatives to synthetic colors as regulatory pressures mount and clean label expectations rise. At this year’s IFT First in...
IFT First 2025 live: Jungbunzlauer strengthens texturants portfolio with low-acyl gellan gum debut
Global ingredient manufacturer Jungbunzlauer is advancing its texturants portfolio with the launch of TayaGel LA, a naturally occurring, low-acyl gelling, suspending, and stabilizing agent. The...
