Fi and Hi Europe 2021: Better-for-you and plant-based offerings maintain grasp
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Last week, food and beverage industry members gathered at Fi Europe in Frankfurt, Germany (Nov 30-Dec 2). Notable themes included plant-based and non-dairy innovation, sugar reduction ingredients, clean label stabilizers and alternative proteins. The spotlight was also on natural and organic solutions, immunity-boosting and nutritional products, while sustainability played a significant role throughout.
Fi and Hi Europe 2021: Better-for-you and plant-based offerings maintain grasp
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