confectionery
25 Jul 2024
--- Nestlé has adjusted its organic sales growth outlook for the year from 4% to 3% after pricing came down faster than expected, the company has revealed in its first half-year results for 2024.While the Swiss...
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25 Jul 2024
--- Sugar reduction was a major theme at IFT First 2024 in Chicago, US (July 15–17). Ingredient and technology companies showcased natural and novel solutions to help F&B manufacturers overcome a difficult challenge:...
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25 Jul 2024
--- Ingredion has launched Fibertex CF 500 and Fibertex CF 100, multi-benefit citrus fibers that provide enhanced texturizing properties and a clean label for consumer-preferred products in the EMEA.
25 Jul 2024
--- Onego Bio has secured €14 million (US$15.2 million) in new EU and investor funding to commercialize its precision-fermentation-based egg protein “Bioalbumen” in North America. The ingredient is bioidentical...
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22 Jul 2024
--- California Natural Color, a US-based global ingredient supplier of premium grape juice concentrates, natural colors and grape seed extract, highlighted its newest addition to its crystal color portfolio, Pure Purple...
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19 Jul 2024
--- FrieslandCampina and Mars have joined forces to speed up greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction in the dairy production service supplied to Mars. The collaboration will include extra rewards for member dairy farms for...
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18 Jul 2024
--- Underscoring the continued consumer demand for products that boost brain power and focus and support immunity, Kyowa Hakko featured its core branded ingredients at this week’s IFT First 2024 in Chicago, US. Cognizin,...
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18 Jul 2024
--- Agrana, a global food and industrial goods supplier, launched new products from its fruit preparations and starch portfolio during IFT First in Chicago, US. These include novel ice cream creations with flavors like...
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16 Jul 2024
--- Kerr by Ingredion, a global supplier of fruit and vegetable-based ingredients, is debuting a range of snacks at the IFT First 2024, which is ongoing this week in Chicago, US. An essential showcase is the “grab and...
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16 Jul 2024
--- Flavor innovators are showcasing a host of sweet and savory flavors at IFT First 2024, which has begun in Chicago, US. Food Ingredients First talks to key players in the flavors space who highlight how natural ingredients...
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15 Jul 2024
--- Old Pal, a US-based cannabis lifestyle brand, has joined forces with culinary pioneer Babish to introduce a new product to the cannabis-infused F&B landscape: “Old Pal x Babish THC-Infused Sugar.”
12 Jul 2024
--- The Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) calls on the newly elected UK government to install standardized packaging circularity across the UK. Given that the Labour Party now holds the majority of seats in Wales and...
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09 Jul 2024
--- Natural sweetener supplier NutraEx Food has leveraged its patented dry-embedding technology to formulate a new “plug and play” sweetener solution that helps food manufacturers reduce sugar in formulations. The...
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05 Jul 2024
--- Swiss dairy manufacturer Emmi Group is planning to acquire French Mademoiselle Desserts Group, which specializes in innovative premium patisserie, for an enterprise value of around €900 million (US$974.38 million). The...
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03 Jul 2024
--- F&B players are observing a rise in demand for botanicals in foods and beverages, which is ultimately driving manufacturers to seek out quality solutions that can elevate products with intriguing flavor profiles and...
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02 Jul 2024
--- The artisanal chocolate market in Asia and Middle Eastern countries is gaining popularity, as younger consumers seek indulgent treats such as soft chocolates with velvety and creamy textures. As alt-cocoa innovations ramp up...
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01 Jul 2024
--- Key business highlights in June included dsm-firmenich unveiling plans to sell its Yeast Extracts business to Lesaffre, a global business specializing in fermentation and microorganisms. Tate & Lyle agreed to acquire the...
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28 Jun 2024
--- Consumers today crave unique and intense flavors in their sweets, such as sour candies, says Willy van Arkel-van Arendonk, senior manager of Business Development & Product Management at Corbion. The trend is driving...
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28 Jun 2024
--- In this week’s industry news, Kerry advanced food safety efforts with a Food Protection and Preservation Lab and the US Department of Agriculture commenced construction of a grape research facility. Meanwhile, Mane...
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28 Jun 2024
--- With a history of over 160 years in the food and beverage market, Tate & Lyle has long been a staple in the industry. Even so, last week’s announcement about the company’s plans to buy CP Kelco, a seller of...
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