Florida Food Products (FFP), a leader in clean label food and beverage ingredient solutions, recently added a new “Insights Report” to the company’s website. The free download titled, “Harness the power of plants to clean up your processed meat labels,” shares results of FFP’s latest proprietary consumer research.

Consumers are increasingly more interested in their health as well as issues of environmental protection and sustainability. As a result, many of these same consumer-shoppers are increasing opting for alternative proteins derived from plants and even insects.

Steve Kelleher, Research Fellow, Kemin Food Technologies, North America, will present the session, “Solubilized Proteins as a Fat Block in Production,” which highlights recent research exploring methods to reduce the amount of fat uptake while retaining moisture in deep-fat-fried protein products.

The law, which went into effect on Oct. 1, 2020, imposed fines of up to $500 per day for every marketing representation of plant-based meat products that use terms like “burger” and “sausage.” Under the law, plant-based meat products were prohibited from using those terms even when accompanied by clear modifiers like “vegan,” “veggie,” or “plant-based” on their labels. 

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.  

This is the fourth stick to be offered in a 0.5oz go-pack format that is easy-to-pack for busy families and individuals looking for portable protein-filled snacks that provide fuel throughout the day.

Containing 16-21g of protein with just 250-360 calories each, Wild Planet Ready-to-Eat Tuna Salad Bowls come in three boldly seasoned varieties. 

The growing trend for vegetarian or flexitarian diets has created a need for more plant-based protein options, especially when it comes to familiar products such as burgers, sausages or meatballs. Consumers are looking for the same taste, texture and experience of traditional meat products while feeling like they are eating healthier and being more sustainable.

For more than a century, T. Hasegawa has made “Life Taste Better” through custom flavors and fragrances developed for the world’s top food and beverage brands.

Real Good Foods' Stuffed Chicken Bites platform is made from nutritious ingredients and 100% grain free, gluten free, and contain 3g net carbs and 25g protein per serving.