BioCraft develops chicken cell line for cultured meat in pet food
BioCraft Pet Nutrition, a company developing cultured meat for the pet food market, has derived and characterized a chicken cell line for both cat and dog food.
Archives for July 20, 2023
Nestlé’s patented technology can enable ‘source of fiber’ claims for milk products
The food industry giant has developed an enzymatic solution that converts lactose into microbiome-supporting dietary fibers while reducing total sugars at the same time.
Mycelia-producer, MycoTechnology, announces its foray into natural sweeteners
Derived from honey truffles, MycoTechnology launches its honey truffle sweetener adding to the growing, diverse variety of alternative sweeteners.
IFT FIRST: Benson Hill ‘Seeds the Day’ with portfolio of soy ingredients, new marketing campaign
At IFT FIRST this week, food ingredient and technology company Benson Hill showcased its products and new marketing campaign designed to inspire food and beverage companies and more firmly establish itself in the sustainable soybean market as demand for...
Danone prepared to ‘protect its rights’ after Putin takes control of Russian subsidiary
Russian authorities have placed Danone’s Russian subsidiary under ‘temporary external administration’. Baltika Breweries, in which Carslberg owns a stake, is now also under Putin’s control.
Döhler acquisition of SVZ to boost red fruit and vegetable ingredients portfolio
German ingredients company Döhler has announced plans to acquire SVZ, a Dutch supplier of fruit and vegetable ingredients, from Royal Cosun. The move is expected to buildout Döhler’s portfolio, notably in red fruit and vegetable ingredients.
Food and beverage companies ‘failing to protect workers from forced labour risks’: report
The world’s 60 largest food and beverage companies have an average score of just 16/100 when it comes to tackling forced labour risks in their supply chains.
IFT FIRST
IFT FIRST preview: Kemin’s new InnoBLQ cuts fat, costs of battered, breaded foods
A new functional protein created by Kemin and launching at IFT FIRST in Chicago this month promises to cut the fat – and manufacturing costs – associated with battered, breaded and fried foods without compromising the full-flavor and satisfying crunch...
Opinion
Handling and storage challenges in the food supply chain
Theo Mizzi, project manager at Inverto UK, discusses handling and storage challenges in the food and drink supply chain and how artificial intelligence can play a role in maintaining integrity during transit.
Synergy Flavours launches concentrated flavour range for protein bars
Synergy Flavours, the provider of taste solutions, has introduced a new range of concentrated flavours specifically designed for protein bars.
Sustainability
Luker Chocolate extends its sustainability programme into new cocoa-growing communities
Colombian B4B chocolate manufacturer, Luker Chocolate, is expanding its collaborative sustainability plan into South Bolívar, a remote cocoa-producing region in the country.
‘Keeps us on our toes’: Canada’s Rubicon Exotic sees innovation opportunities in UAE’s competitive yet stricter sugar beverage market
Rubicon says that healthier, cleaner products, and localized flavours are driving beverage growth in the UAE as it seeks to stand out in ‘a very demanding market with well-travelled consumers.’