02 Dec 2022 --- Addressing a changing global regulatory landscape for F&B players, Kerry has launched a digital tool designed to support manufacturers in optimizing the nutritional profile of products while being aware of the... Read More

30 Nov 2022 --- The UK poultry industry is growing increasingly concerned over a worsening turkey shortage linked to the escalating spread of bird flu. Now, over half of the country’s free range turkeys have been culled or... Read More

29 Nov 2022 --- Nestlé could be potentially divesting its peanut allergy treatment Palforzia following slower than expected adoption by patients and healthcare professionals. Nestlé expects the review to be done in... Read More

29 Nov 2022 --- PLT Health Solutions has begun offering its Rhodiolife Rhodiola rosea ingredient in a water-soluble form to US markets. According to the company, this has the potential to dramatically expand the types of... Read More

25 Nov 2022 --- At the Free From Functional Foods Expo in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, earlier this week, Danish-based Økolyst showcased its biodynamic products, including its bone broth, an entirely Scandinavian product... Read More

29 Nov 2022 --- Leo Koning, community manager at The Protein Community & Food Valley, tells us how they support “game-changing” and innovative start-ups to grow in the plant-based field by connecting them with larger companies. He also notes that locally produced products are trending while the COVID-19 pandemic has been a key driver of the plant-based trend.

25 Nov 2022 --- Döhler has developed fiber-based ingredients, such as a prebiotic topinambur (Jerusalem artichoke) juice powder, which delivers inulin to the digestive system. Thanks to its typical fruity and malty note, topinambur harmonizes with other ingredients when it comes to taste while also ensuring a pleasant mouthfeel.

01 Nov 2022 --- Hila Bentman talks about functional beverages and how they are gaining in the alcoholic drinks space. Non-alcohol and low-alcohol alternatives are trending as health-prone consumers search for the highs of alcohol but without unwanted side effects. According to Innova Market Insights, 65% of millennials already consume sports and functional drinks at least once a week.

18 Jul 2022 --- Foods we consume daily have higher amounts of sugar than you may think. Kaimana Chee, chef ambassador partnering with Sweegen, speaks to FoodIngredientsFirst on how stevia can be used to replace the sugar in tacos, beverages, condiments and desserts like cinnamon churros.  

21 Mar 2022 --- The Puratos Group, global specialist in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients unveils a new brand identity, featuring a new logo, house colors and tagline, “Food Innovation for Good”. The branding represents the company’s goal to create food solutions for the health and well-being of people and the planet. Sophie Blum, chief marketing officer at Puratos shares insights into the vision of the revamped brand with FoodIngredientsFirst.  

04 Oct 2022 --- How sweet and which texture should your oat-milk alternative be? Plant-based milk alternatives now occupy more grocery store shelf real estate than ever before. Increasing consumer demand fuels the search for excellent dairy product alternatives that offer the best combination of ingredients, taste, and overall health benefits. Join this discussion to learn about the dos and don’ts of oat milk manufacturing for expeditious market development. This presentation includes a demonstration at our new food innovation space at The Hatchery, Chicago.

29 Sep 2022 --- It takes highly refined taste balancing to reduce sugar, salt or fat or to add fibers, minerals and vitamins in good-for-you products, while keeping the great taste. In this webinar, Emma Schofield, Associate Director for Global Food Science at Mintel and Leif Jago, Global Marketing Manager Food & Beverage at Symrise, reveal the opportunities for taste balancing. Participants will receive insights how the Symrise taste balancing toolbox supports manufacturers in making good-for-you products taste great, contributing to everyday health, everywhere.

22 Sep 2022 --- Global consumer concerns are shifting: "Health of the planet" is now their top concern. Consequently, their expectations are changing, resulting in their changing their eating habits. They are increasingly turning to plant-based products, meaning vegetarians, vegans, and flexitarians are becoming more prevalent. Formulating appealing products with good taste, texture, and overall appearance gets more and more challenging. So, how can natural yeast ingredients help them?

13 Sep 2022 --- Consumers are demanding more from food and beverage brands than ever before, with better health and sustainability top of mind. However, the taste experience is still key. Ingredion helps companies understand the impact reducing sugar can have on their brand. With its innovative portfolio of plant-based sweeteners and functional build back tools, global formulation expertise and new sugar reduction life cycle assessment, Ingredion approaches sugar reduction with health, taste, and sustainability in mind. Learn about the stevia innovations making this possible and how other sweetener options measure up.

26 Apr 2022 --- During this webinar, our experts will unpack our family of game-changing plant-based proteins, ingredients, expertise and nutritional solutions that boost taste, texture and health in meat alternatives – including our latest innovations.