IFFA 2025: Fraunhofer IVV leverages extrusion to make protein-rich meat alternatives from legumes

Melanie Marx, group leader Food Ingredients at Fraunhofer IVV, talks to us about the institute’s extrusion technology, which transforms legumes into meat alternatives with authentic texture. Fraunhofer IVV’s extraction methods...

IFFA 2025: JBT Marel shows automated protein processing solutions for retail foodservice

Recently merged JBT Marel presented automated meat, plant-based, and cheese processing machinery for retail foodservice and quick-service restaurants at IFFA in Frankfurt, Germany. Sander de Bruijn, head of retail and foodservice...

IFFA 2025: M Food Group taps starter cultures and mycoprotein to bolster clean label nutrition trends

Dominik Scheffer, chief sales officer at M Food Group, highlights the company’s new starter cultures for fermented products, technologies for nitrite-free formulations, and mycoprotein range. He tells us that there is immense...

IFFA 2025: Bühler presents versatile solution for plant-based protein production

Bühler showcased a flexible tube die for producing healthy and sustainable plant-based protein, like soy chunks, at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Christoph Vogel, Head of Business Unit Human Nutrition, explains how the company...

IFFA 2025: Corbion supports safety, shelf life, and sustainability in protein market

Corbion presented its sustainable ingredient solutions and specialties in preservation, food safety, and bio-based tech at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Janine Gierman, sales director for Functional Ingredients &...

IFFA 2025: GEA Food Solutions presents ultra-efficient slicing and packaging line

GEA Food Solutions showcased a slicing, loading, and packaging line featuring cutting-edge tech innovations, including advanced optical scanning, at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Marcel Janssen, head of product owners, tells...