Articles Tagged with ''food research & development''

How Chefs See Color

For research chefs, the focus on food colors takes on a different hue

September 23, 2021

Most food is judged by the consumer before it’s ever tasted. The color and appearance of foods and beverages are a primary aspect of what encourages someone to desire and taste them. The vibrant greens of fresh produce, the rainbow hues of fruits, or the more subtle, creamy beiges and golds of cheeses, and the rich browns of baked goods and seared meats can awaken a slumbering palate.

Planterra Foods Announces New Office, R&D Innovation Center Colorado

The plant-based food company expanded its Colorado footprint, creating new space for product innovation and overall growth

August 24, 2021

With the opening of the new Planterra office and R&D Innovation Center, the company looks forward to continuing its purpose of feeding future generations and making a positive impact on the world.

Kemin Human Nutrition and Health Names New Research & Development Leadership

Rebecca Lucas to take on role as director of research & development

July 28, 2021

Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80% of the world with its products and services, has selected Rebecca Lucas to serve as director of research and development (R&D) for its human nutrition and health business unit.

Q&A with George Vindiola, Campbell Snacks

Campbell Snacks works through the pandemic to develop, test and launch Snyder’s of Hanover Twisted Pretzel Sticks

July 20, 2021

Prepared Foods talks bakery flavor trends with George Vindiola, vice president, R&D, Campbell Snacks.

2021 SPIRIT OF INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS

Seemore Meats & Veggies Finds its Niche with Blended Meat and Vegetable Sausages

After launching in 2020, Seemore Meats & Veggies now ships products to more than 200 Whole Foods Market locations nationwide

July 9, 2021

The newest Chicken Parm sausage from Seemore Meats & Veggies contains chicken, roasted tomatoes, basil, cheese, and toasted breadcrumbs. Seemore Meats & Veggies La Dolce Beeta earned the “Best New Retail Food” honors in Prepared Foods’ annual Spirit of Innovation (SOI) awards. Hear more of Seemore Meats & Veggies’ story when Prepared Foods hosts its SOI Awards ceremony on Wed., July 28 from 11 am to 1 pm EDT.

2021 SPIRIT OF INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS

King & Prince Battered Cod Delivers True Back-Of-House Operator Savings, Solutions

Some hardships present opportunities for food manufacturers and their R&D teams to partner with foodservice operators

July 8, 2021

“Last September, an operator approached us to help alleviate some labor challenges they were experiencing,” notes Elise Carlson, CFS, King & Prince senior research and development manager. “They were taking frozen, cellophane-wrapped cod, thawing it and then cutting it into pieces. Kitchen staff then cut the cod by hand so not all pieces were exactly the same, which is a desirable attribute."

Firmenich Appoints New Research Leadership

Dr. Sarah Reisinger to take on role as chief research officer

May 20, 2021

Firmenich appointed Sarah Reisinger as chief research officer, effective July 1, 2021. She will report to the Group CEO, Gilbert Ghostine, as a member of his executive team after most recently serving as senior vice president of research operations.

R&D STRATEGY SERIES: CONSUMER INSIGHTS

Building New Products for the “Greater Good” Requires a Shift From Classical Product to Behavioral Product Development

Prepared Foods asked Dave Lundahl, founder of InsightsNow, to create a thought leadership series connecting R&D with consumer insights

May 19, 2021

Although there may be a pandemic-related slowdown, there’s no stopping new product development. To help readers with new product development strategy, Prepared Foods asked Dave Lundahl, founder of InsightsNow, to create a thought leadership series connecting R&D with consumer insights.

ADM Opens Plant-Based Lab in Singapore

The lab will develop next-level, on-trend and nutritious products to meet growing food and beverage demand in the Asia-Pacific region

April 23, 2021

ADM opened a new cutting-edge, plant-based innovation lab, located in ADM’s Biopolis research hub in Singapore. The lab will develop next-level, on-trend and nutritious products to meet growing food and beverage demand in the Asia-Pacific region.

IFF: Bigger, Better

IFF presents “Learning Labs” video series to showcase new portfolio, benefits of merger with DuPont’s Nutrition and Biosciences

April 19, 2021

IFF introduced a new “Learning Labs” video series, featuring in-depth discussions with the leadership of the company’s segments and R&D function. Each video provides a comprehensive overview of IFF’s robust portfolio and enhanced capabilities following its recently completed merger with DuPont’s Nutrition and Biosciences (“N&B”) business.

ON DEMAND: Whether you're in R&D, formulation, or innovation, this session will provide enzyme-driven insights to improve your plant-based dairy portfolio.

ON DEMAND: How do strategic innovation leaders, scientists and ingredient buyers incorporate sustainability into food and beverage new product development?