FDA to reveal CBD oversight plans soon
After dragging its feet for nearly five years, the agency is gearing up to make big moves.
Archives for January 6, 2023
'This is all very unfortunate...' Multiple semi-finalists ‘regretfully’ withdraw from XPRIZE competition following mid-contest rule change
Multiple semi-finalists in the prestigious XPRIZE ‘Feed the Next Billion’ competition have pulled out following a rule change enacted mid-way through the process relating to title sponsor ASPIRE which contestants argue is “unrealistic for any...
Bunge and Mane co-develop frying oil that cuts oil content in end-product by up to 25%
In an unexpected discovery, a new frying oil designed to prevent foaming in restaurant and par-frying industries has been found to reduce oil pick up in end-products by up to 25%, explains Renee Boerefijn, director of innovation at Bunge.
Square Roots projects 30% increase in leafy greens yields with new tech platform at new Kentucky farm
Vertical farming company Square Roots has tripled its growing capacity in 2022 and attributes that growth to its scalable smart-farm technology platform and demand for locally-grown food.
Protein quality evaluation ‘halves’ environment impact of meat and dairy
The environmental impact of beef and dairy is halved by a new assessment method that calculates a food’s protein quality, say scientists at Rothamsted Research.
‘Plant-based food often misses what people naturally crave’: The Finnish company showcasing new tech to extract umami from cereal side-streams
A food technology start-up is aiming to become a leading global supplier of plant-based umami for the food industry.
New dietary fibre insights drive nutritional and health launches
Following the results of a European study that reveals nutrition, health, taste and price lead dietary fibre needs, we explore how consumer perceptions and attitudes are evolving and shaping new product launches.
Will protein be the next mega-trend in 2023?
With growing calls for high protein and alternative options – and as manufacturers tackle traditional manufacturing challenges – the industry’s eyes are on whether 2023 will be the year protein cements itself as a seismic influence in bakery and snacks.
Carotenoids for cognition: study suggests link between intake and brain health
It was observed that better performances in cognitive function tests were associated with increased dietary intakes of α-Carotene and β-Carotene, in a new cross-sectional study utilising elderly participants from the Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
Hot Right Now: Malaysia palm oil grim outlook, Thailand cannabis regulations, Nestle predicts tough conditions and more feature in our round-up
Malaysia palm oil grim outlook, Thailand cannabis regulations, Nestle predicts tough conditions and more feature in this edition of Hot Right Now.