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Calbee, Inc. has taken a majority stake in Hodo, the Oakland-based tofu innovator, as part of its “Change 2025” plan to expand in the US and strengthen its Food and Health business. Sagamiya Foods also invested, supporting Hodo’s mission to deliver high-quality, sustainable plant proteins to health-conscious consumers.

As consumer concern over food safety rises, IFIC’s latest surveys uncover a widening gap between personal confidence in purchased foods and trust in the US food supply. Experts say clearer messaging on ingredient safety and recalls could help rebuild trust.

Formulators are turning to hydrocolloids and enzymes to solve texture and stability challenges in plant-based dairy, meat and beverage applications.

Just as Formula 1 teams rely on innovation, speed and collaboration, Puratos has engineered its IBIE presence as a high-octane “pit crew” for bakers. Because in the race to market, having the right crew matters.

IBIE attendees are invited to visit Kemin Food Technologies – North America at Booth #5827 to learn more about its ingredient innovation, SHIELD Pure — a new cultured dextrose solution that provides a one-to-one clean label replacement for synthetic mold inhibitors like calcium propionate.

The company’s approach tackles the most persistent obstacles in the industry: ingredient complexity, waste production, and growing consumer expectations for naturally derived products.

Citrus flavor oxidation causes major problems for beverage producers who need consistency of flavor and shelf stability in packaged form. Both dry and liquid beverages can be affected by UV light and temperature fluctuations, which can affect the pH balance and accelerate the process of oxidation. 

Plant-based formulation starts with the right foundation, and nut and seed milks are delivering both function and flavor across categories. This infographic breaks down today’s leading options to help product developers choose the best base for their next innovations.

The latest update of Centric PLM is a transformative release that takes advantage of AI technologies and is designed to simplify workflows, boost system performance and elevate the user experience. 

Imbibe’s taste solutions—SweetSense and NonSense—offer targeted support to mitigate off-notes, round out flavor profiles, and enhance sweetness perception, enabling developers to meet clean label goals without compromising on taste.