24 May 2019 --- Burcon has entered into a joint venture partnership with an investor group to build a new C$65 million pea-protein and canola-protein commercial production facility in Western Canada. Expected to be completed by... Read More

16 May 2019 --- Swiss flavor and fragrance company Firmenich has introduced a comprehensive portfolio of “Smart Protein” solutions, including ingredients and delivery technologies designed to create great-tasting... Read More

15 May 2019 --- Aleph Farms, a cultured meat innovator best known for introducing a lab-grown minute steak, has raised US$12 million in series A investments, with investors including Cargill Protein. This new influx of support... Read More

10 May 2019 --- Organic and natural products company The Hain Celestial Group, Inc., has entered into a definitive agreement to sell all of its equity interest in Hain Pure Protein Corporation to Aterian Investment Partners III... Read More

09 May 2019 --- With the demand for vegan meat alternatives on the rise, Hydrosol has expanded its range of plant-based products through the launch of HydroTOP VEGAN Patty PP, a stabilizing system free of soy, wheat and other... Read More

On March 1, 2019, Beneo inaugurated a new Belgium-based plant for texturized wheat protein (TWP) in Wanze, in cooperation with fellow Südzucker Group subsidiary CropEnergies with an investment of €4.3m. When running at full capacity, the new plant will be capable of producing enough TWP to create 1 million vegetarian burger patties per day.

As customers look to differentiate themselves from their competitors and also try to attract a very dynamic consumer base, they are increasingly benefiting from partners such as Firmenich, to offer value added services.

Key suppliers offer their thoughts on dairy trends. Where are the undiscovered opportunities for dairy nutritionals and bioactives? What about the rise in marketing dairy products on snacking platforms?

With sales to over 140 countries worldwide, Kerry, the Taste & Nutrition company, has grown to become a highly successful public company, having achieved sustained profitable growth with current annualized sales in excess of €6 billion. "We clearly see that future growth in the market is going to be driven by combining taste with nutritionally optimized food."

The functional, economical and nutritional advantages of pulse ingredients are allowing for great potential amid a market environment that demands successful egg replacers.

13 May 2019 --- The growing Asian market holds potential for western brands who are looking to penetrate it. The plant-based space is not yet ripe in the region, where high protein claims prove more appealing to consumers, Andrew Reeves, Regional Director for Essentia Protein Solutions tells FoodIngredientsFirst at IFFA 2019. “In Asia, some of these trends are interesting for us, in terms of protein fortification. So all our products aim to deliver high protein. Clean label is not top of people’s agenda in Asia but if you have a product with a similar price, then they will opt for the clean label one,” he notes.

06 May 2019 --- Demand for vegan meat alternatives is exploding. Accordingly, Hydrosol has expanded its already wide range of vegan, plant-based products and one of its new products is HydroTOP VEGAN Patty PP. What's special about this stabilizing system is that it is free of soy, wheat and other allergens. It is based on fava bean and pea protein. Together with the sunflower-based texturate, it enables users to make vegan burger patties that are similar to meat products in taste, texture and mouthfeel. Another plus point is that since it has just one E-number, this stabilizing system aligns with the declaration-friendly product trend.

30 Apr 2019 --- Whether you need to reduce astringency, enhance mouthfeel or minimize the awareness of particulates, TIC Gums has the solution for you to address your unique beverage formulating challenges and ensure successful instant beverage development.

21 Mar 2019 --- Plant-based start-up Qwrkee recently debuted two new product ranges: Probiotic puffs and plant-based pea m'lk. Speaking at IFE in London, CEO of the company Vishal Madhu shares that Qwrkee's pea milk is as nutritious as dairy milk, as it is high in omega 3 and protein, as well as being a source of fiber, calcium, iron, iodine, phosphorous and vitamins B2, B12, D, and A.

05 Mar 2019 --- Beneo has inaugurated its new Belgium-based BioWanze plant for texturized wheat protein (TWP), in cooperation with fellow Südzucker Group subsidiary CropEnergies. The move follows an investment of €4.3 million. BioWanze is a daughter company of CropEnergies and is the largest producer of bio-ethanol in Belgium. When running at full capacity, the plant will be capable of producing enough TWP to create 1 million vegetarian burger patties per day.

04 Apr 2019 --- In less than two decades, protein supplementation and high protein diets have moved from having niche appeal (primarily the domain of bodybuilders), to being truly mainstream. Innova Market Insights Market Analyst, Myrthe de Beukelaar, takes you inside sports nutrition innovation and how mainstream consumer pay more attention to factors beyond efficient muscle building such as ethical and environmental concerns which translates into a greater uptake of vegan proteins in the market.

05 Dec 2018 --- Innova Market Insights releases its Top Ten Trends for 2019, using its ongoing analyses of global developments in food and drink launch activity to highlight the trends most likely to impact the food and drinks industry over the coming year and beyond. In addition to the Top Ten Trends identified for 2019, key themes from previous years, including mindful consumption, clean label, protein content, sugar reduction and plant-based options will also continue to feature strongly.

02 Oct 2018 --- Industry developers are targeting on the go beverage solutions, with items that incorporate between 10 and 20 grams of protein proving especially popular, a poll has identified. Diderik Moerdijk, Marketing Performance Nutrition at FrieslandCampina DMV explores the high protein beverage market segment, tipping clear protein drinks, in this webinar entitled Beyond traditional lifestyle nutrition: Moving with the times.

29 Jun 2018 --- Nutrition science is making itself heard in the beverage category. Protein coffees, probiotic juices and turmeric teas are common sightings as the demand for convenient, functional foods increases with consumers. This leaves many of us asking the questions like: “What is the future of nutrition for beverages?” and “How can products continue to be differentiated?”In this webinar, learn about up and coming nutrition ingredients and how sensory science can be used to influence food intake across age groups.

29 Mar 2018 --- Protein is becoming mainstream, but for elite athletes it remains a struggle to find the right nutrition for the right time. Elite athletes look for a natural, proven concept that improves their performance. But which type of protein to use? Based on current scientific literature and our own findings, FrieslandCampina developed an ingredient that fits the needs of your most ambitious consumer.