CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions, is pleased to announce a new portfolio of offerings to support product development in the dynamic, fast-growing market of plant-based meat alternatives. The new range of solutions includes nature-based, cleaner label-friendly ingredient options for formulating plant-based burger and sausage alternatives and helping deliver a meat-like eating experience.  

FrieslandCampina Ingredients released a new report revealing five trends and developments set to drive the evolution of the food, drinks and supplement industries in 2022. The report, “Shaping the future of nutrition,” offers expert insight into the latest market and consumer research to help brands pinpoint areas for innovation and NPD in the active, performance and medical nutrition markets.

Handy’s plant-based Crabless Cake is made with responsibly sourced vegan ingredients and has 10g of plant-based protein per serving.

Among flexitarians (those who usually but not exclusively follow vegetarian or vegan diets), trust in the safety of plant-based products is high, but concerns remain over cost and limited choice. Innova’s research does, however, show a widespread desire among European consumers of all types to sample more plant-based alternatives across a range of products.

Only Plant Based! introduced a range of plant-based mayos and sauces that are shelf stable, heatable and egg-free. The products can be consumed by vegans, flexitarians and omnivores alike.

The plant-based community is growing steadily. More and more consumers want more choices in plant-based foods. According to a Europe-wide consumer survey by ProVeg International, there is still great potential for plant-based foods in many categories.

Made with 100% King Oyster Mushrooms, real ingredients and flavorful spices, this new line is a clean label snack for both flexitarians and vegetarians.

“Hello Hybrids” was one of the Top Ten Trends identified by Innova Market Insights last year. “Hello Hybrids” also is an apt description of a new retail product segment.