Prebiotic potential of high tannin sorghum strains quantified in study
The prebiotic potential of polyphenols found in certain strains of sorghum has been identified and quantified in a new study out of the University of Nebraska.
Archives for October 3, 2022
Natural Products Expo East
Growth of natural, organic products slows in face of recession -- can functional ingredients reinvigorate space?
Even as rising consumer interest in natural and organic products helps push overall sales to new highs, the industry’s growth rate continues to plummet from pandemic highs to below pre-pandemic levels and likely won’t rebound until 2024 as the threat of...
EU energy rules could leave farmers in ‘severe conditions’, Copa-Cogeca warns
The organizations call for agri-food production businesses to be exempted from the mandatory energy reduction rules in order to avert ‘serious market and supply chain disruption’.
More than one third of meat and dairy companies are yet to publish sustainability targets – ING
Around 35% of the largest European and US meat and dairy companies do not disclose their environmental targets – something that could turn into a ‘competitive disadvantage’ as retailers and consumers demand transparency about sustainability.
Replacing methylcellulose in meat analogues: ‘Plant-based is perceived as better for you, using synthetic additives creates a gap between perception and reality’
Meet the start-up that has developed a one-for-one methylcellulose replacement for plant-based products.
Breast is best: How can infant formula get as close to human milk as possible?
That ‘breast is best’ is undisputed by experts. How can innovation help infant formula manufacturers replicate the real thing?
Energy beverage developed for consumers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Consumers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome are the target market for UK start-up Fodilicious, which has developed a line of low-FODMAP energy drinks.
PATH closes $30m Series A funding round to fuel global expansion and eliminate plastic waste
PATH, a sustainable aluminum bottled water company, has closed $30m in Series A funding to continue its mission of eliminating single-use plastic bottles from going into landfills and oceans with its 100% refillable aluminum water bottles.
Biotech firm Conagen scales up high-purity salidroside production
Massachusetts-based Conagen has announced the commercial production of its 99% pure salidroside, harnessing the adaptogenic potential of the Rhodiola rosea plant through bioconversion.
NPD Trend Tracker: From North African sauces to ‘posh pot noodles’
This week’s look at new food launches includes spicy sauces and relishes inspired by Tunisian and Libyan cuisine, and an expanded range of premium instant noodles.
Spread bet: Singapore nut butter brand EATNUF aims for China, Malaysia markets in 2023
Singapore natural nut butter brand EATNUF aims to enter China and Malaysia, besides diversifying its product portfolio, in 2023.
FNA DEEP DIVE: INSECT PROTEIN
Crawling up the charts: APAC insect protein tech ahead of the curve, but market readiness still lagging
Insect protein-based foods in the Asia Pacific region have a distinct advantage in terms of production costs and are ahead of the curve when it comes to technology, but market readiness still remains the main bottleneck for the sector to fully thrive...
NutraChampion podcast episode 34
Innovation opportunity: Newly crowned NutraChampion sees huge scope to cater to Thailand’s ageing population
Like several Asian countries, Thailand is experiencing a greying population. While interest in healthy ageing is high, the level of innovation for this category of products remains relatively low.
Plant-based products are globally growing but do they cater to all?
Paid for by Takasago
Plant-based foods such as meat and dairy alternatives have been around for many years, but they're becoming more popular and of higher quality than ever.
Nourishing future generations with alternative proteins
In paid partnership with Griffith Foods
Winning consumers over on flavour, texture and the nutritional quality of alternative proteins are just some of the challenges facing the burgeoning sector. As consumer demand rises, how can manufacturers continue to innovate and deliver?
A taste for sustainability: a green shoots vision through partnership and innovation
In paid partnership with Welsh Government
As consumers become ever more aware of how their choices impact the planet, the need for sustainable working practices within the food and drink industry has never been greater.