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F&B trends 2027: How can brands turn nutrient density into new product opportunities?
Food and beverage innovation in 2027 will need to satisfy consumers who want more from each purchase: targeted nutrition, enjoyable experiences, and ingredients they trust. Innova Market...
Planet A Foods targets cocoa costs with high-fiber Cocoa Booster
Planet A Foods has unveiled Cocoa Booster, a single-ingredient cocoa powder replacer designed to help manufacturers manage cocoa costs and increase fiber content. Co-founder and CTO Dr. Sara Marquart...
Chicken-fed salmon raises sustainability concerns as producers rethink fish feed
Farmed salmon are being fed chicken by-products as Norway’s feed industry turns to alternatives to marine ingredients. The move revives concerns about consumer acceptance and whether the shift...
Protein beyond grams: Leaft, Lallemand and Arla tackle quality, taste and texture
Protein enrichment can alter a drink’s consistency, a dessert’s texture, or the flavor of a familiar snack. For formulators, choosing an ingredient means assessing its nutritional contribution and...
EU Seafood Vision 2040 faces industry calls for aquaculture targets and fisheries reform
The European Commission has unveiled its Vision 2040 for fisheries and aquaculture, setting out plans to strengthen Europe’s seafood supply through aquaculture legislation, digital traceability, and...
SupplySide Global 2026 preview: Suppliers tackle taste and stability in functional F&B
Functional ingredients are finding their way into savory snacks, protein shakes, and refreshing beverages as food and beverage brands seek more ways to combine added benefits with everyday...
SupplySide Global 2026 preview: Protein demand reshapes everyday F&B
Protein is moving deeper into everyday food and beverage categories, bringing manufacturers new questions about how to combine nutritional value with taste, texture, and convenience. Ahead of...
Smey CEO: How AI and yeast fermentation are reshaping fats and oils
Climate pressures, price volatility, and supply uncertainty are driving demand for alternatives to conventional oils and fats. France-based Techbio firm Smey combines AI, yeast discovery, and...
