Food and beverage

The analysis of data from multiple sources show a food system that is pushing citizens towards making unhealthy food choices, and displaying a lack of accountability in the food industry. These are the stark findings from the annual report published by The Food Foundation. According to the Foundation, the picture of the food system shows…

IFF has launched Texstar, an advanced enzymatic texturiser that it says will revolutionise the texture of dairy and plant-based fresh fermented products. The enzyme provides the necessary viscosity in fresh fermented products, without the use of added stabilisers. Texstar will enable manufacturers to create products with unique textures that feature familiar, consumer-accepted ingredients. Additionally, the…

The French dairy cooperative Laîta selected Walki to provide fully recyclable, paper-based secondary packaging for its popular pancake products. In addition to Laîta’s strong commitment to responsible solutions, regulations such as the AGEC in France, banning single-use plastics to promote a circular economy, and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in the EU, are pushing…

Applied Nutrition has unveiled its latest innovation: Sparkling Protein Water. This refreshing beverage packs 10g of protein, zero sugar, and electrolyte-rich coconut water powder, plus added vitamin C – all for only 44 calories per can. Designed for health-conscious consumers and active individuals, Applied Nutrition’s Sparkling Protein Water offers an easy, convenient, and delicious way…

(left to right) Silvia Wilks (chief supply chain officer Lamb Weston), Tom Werner (CEO Lamb Weston), Marc Schroeder (president Lamb Weston International), José van Egmond (Mayor of Reimerswaal), Stephan van Kuik (SVP & general manager Lamb Weston EMEA). Posted: 13 November 2024 Share this page Lamb Weston has opened its new production facility in Kruiningen…

A pioneering centre for co-creating flexible packaging that will influence the future has been established in Germany by Mondi,. The global leader in sustainable packaging and paper said FlexStudios – a brand new 2,300 m2 building, located in Steinfeld, Germany –  offers three floors of interactive, inspiring collaborative space. Experiential studios have been built so…

American consumers are increasingly seeking to cut back on sugar and find new, better-tasting, low-calorie substitutes. Recent consumer research commissioned by food and beverage ingredient innovator, MycoTechnology, examines attitudes toward sugar reduction and high-intensity sweeteners, uncovering key opportunities in the market. MycoTechnology partnered with Brightfield Group to gather proprietary, AI-driven insights among a sample of…

Heineken is investing €45 million to establish a new global research and development (R&D) centre in the Netherlands. Heineken has announced the construction of the new Dr. H.P. Heineken Centre, a state-of-the-art research & development (R&D) centre in Zoeterwoude. The R&D Center will focus on improving existing products and processes as well as developing new…

Kerry Group has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Kerry Co-Operative Creameries to sell Kerry Dairy Holdings (Ireland)  to the Co-Op to become a fully dedicated global taste and nutrition solutions company. The disposal is expected to raise €500 million. Kerry Dairy Ireland is fully owned by Kerry. The move follows the…

Del Monte has launched a new range of dried fruit snacks in the UK. Produced under license with supplier D2 International, the range includes four new products: Lemon Apple Sticks (20g), Strawberry Apple Sticks (20g), Spiced Apple Crisps (20g, Christmas edition), and Naked Apple Crisps (20g). According to Del Monte, the UK’s leading canned fruit…