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Major trends impacting food formulators, from health and wellness, to weight management to allergens and ethic foods.

Topics

Allergens/Intolerance

Ingredient, consumer and regulatory information for the formulation of foods with reduced allergenicity issues.

Authentic/Ethnic

Culinary, foodservice and ingredient trend information for the formulation of ethnic cuisines.

Calorie Reduction

Ingredient formulations, new product and consumer trend information for reduced-calorie foods & beverages.

Cost Reduction

Ingredients, software and R&D services for efficient product development and reduced cost foods & beverages.

Fat Reduction

Ingredient formulations, new product & consumer trend information to reduce saturated, trans and total fat levels.

Organic & Natural

Consumer trend, new product and ingredient options for the formulation of organic and natural foods & beverages.

Plant Based & Vegetarian

Consumer trend, new product and ingredient options for the formulation of plant based, vegetarian and vegan foods & beverages.

Regulations & Claims

Regulatory updates on ingredient use, label information (e.g., claims, panels and seals) and other R&D challenges.

Shelf Stability

Ingredient formulations and advice on processing parameters for food safety and extended shelflife.

Sugar & Sodium Reduction

Ingredient formulations, new product and consumer trend information about sugar- and sodium-reduced foods and beverages.

R&D Lab Tech/QA-QC/Food Safety

Showcasing product development software, pilot plant and food safety equipment, quality control and quality assurance technologies.

ARTICLES

SK Inc. Backs New Food Alternatives to Help Create a More Sustainable Global Food Chain

The South Korean company has invested nearly $100 million globally over the past year in plant-based or animal-free food companies

July 30, 2021

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SK Inc.'s investments are intended to accelerate the development of new food sources, such as plant-based and animal-free foods. These emerging food sources can help create more environmentally friendly methods of food production and make nutritious food options accessible to more consumers globally.

WM Partners Acquires Vega

Vega is a pioneer of the plant-based nutrition industry and a brand in plant-based protein powder

July 29, 2021

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WM Partners, a certified diverse-owned private equity firm focused on investing in middle market companies and driving value creation in the health and wellness sector, announced that HPH II Investments Master Fund, LP, together with its parallel and feeder funds, through its wholly owned entity, has acquired Vega. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Wicked Kitchen Announces $14 Million Series A Funding

New capital could supercharge the plant-based food movement in the United States

July 27, 2021

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Wicked Kitchen, the renowned plant-based food brand and UK market leader in plant-based meals, is pleased to announce that it has completed a $14 million Series A funding round. The round was co-led by pioneering plant-based foods venture fund Unovis Asset Management and Thailand-based NRF Nove Foods.

Natural Brown, Sepia, and Dark Gold Food Colorants Show New Possibilities for Product Developers

Caramel colors account for approximately 80% of all color additives used in foods and beverages

Olivia Conrad

July 27, 2021

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Caramel colors are among the oldest food colorings, used in the food industry to impart an appealing appearance to food products since the 1800s. Today, caramel colors account for approximately 80% of all color additives used in foods and beverages, appearing in products such as, spirits, sauces, baked goods, processed meats, and even pet foods.

Almond Board of California: Nuts About Almonds

Innova Market Insights data show almonds most prevalent in global new product development

July 21, 2021

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With global consumers becoming more engaged in purchasing food products that fit into their specific lifestyle choices and address sought-after health claims, the latest findings revealed by Innova’s Global New Products Report demonstrate that almonds are a key ingredient in new introductions that are tailored to fit consumers’ specific lifestyles and health goals.

Sweegen: Approved for Europe

European officials approve Sweegen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside M for foods, beverages

July 20, 2021

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Sweegen will expand its European business after the European Union Commission published its approval of Sweegen’s non-GMO Signature Bestevia Rebaudioside M (Reb M) for use in food and beverages.

Kemin: Formulate Flour Tortillas

Kemin introduces interactive “Tortilla Doctor” digital tool

July 20, 2021

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Designed to solve many process and quality issues, including shelf life extension and operational efficiency, the “Flour Tortilla Doctor” ensures tortilla performance and delivery of a product that consumers will enjoy.

Planteneers: Plant-based Prepared Foods

Planteneers offers plant-based ingredient solutions for convenience foods

July 19, 2021

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Convenience has been a strong driver in the food market for years, in retail as well as out of home. In recent months take-out and delivery models have experienced a tremendous boom.

Van Drunen Farms: Organic Dragon Fruit

Van Drunen Farms expands exotic fruit line with freeze-dried dragon fruit

July 14, 2021

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One in three global consumers say that exotic flavors influence their food and beverage choices, according to Innova Market Insights’ Top Ten Flavor Trends for 2021.

Tate & Lyle to be Re-Positioned as Growth-Focused Global Speciality Food & Beverage Solutions Business

Move will create to standalone businesses

July 12, 2021

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Tate & Lyle entered into an agreement to sell a controlling stake in a new company and its subsidiaries (“NewCo”), comprising its Primary Products business in North America and Latin America and its interests in the Almidones Mexicanos S.A de C.V (“Almex”) and DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio-Products Company, LLC (“Bio-PDO”) joint ventures, to KPS Capital Partners, LP (“KPS”) (the “Proposed Transaction”). Tate & Lyle and KPS will each own 50% of NewCo with KPS having Board and operational control.

EVENTS

Webinar

8/26/20 to 8/26/21

Contact: Vania

Food Affordability: Navigating Today’s World, Emerging Stronger Tomorrow

ON DEMAND: The webinar will provide the audience with an overview of the economic pressure and consumer concerns in the current food market during COVID-19, and what to expect in the future. Ingredion will highlight insights and capabilities that can help manufacturers maintain their margins while delighting consumers with more affordable food choices.

Optimizing Baking Processes with Acidulants

ON DEMAND: During this webinar, we will introduce new patent-pending, acidulant-based technologies that help bakers develop products that deliver on consumer demands while reducing cost-in-use.

Webinar

7/14/21 to 7/14/22

Contact: Vania

Coffeemax – the Innovative Enzyme That Boosts Your Coffee Extraction Process

ON DEMAND: According to the research organization, Statista, the sales of cold-brewed coffee are forecast to reach nearly $1 billion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24 per cent from the base year of 2015.

Webinar

7/21/21 to 7/21/22

Contact: Vania

Improving Baking Processes, Shelf Life, and Consumer Appeal with Acidulant-Based Innovations: Proof of concept and new clean label solutions

ON DEMAND: The dramatic rise in demand for bread during the pandemic intensified the need for efficiencies in formulation and production at commercial bakeries of all sizes. At Bartek Ingredients, we deliver innovative acidulant-based solutions that help bakers overcome the unique formulation challenges they face.

Family First: How to Formulate With Probiotics for Whole-Body, Whole Family Benefits

In partnership with Deerland’s Family First platform, a content series helping product marketers connect consumers with the science-supported health product solutions they seek, this webinar will provide you with the information needed to formulate and market products to address the unique needs of family-conscious, health-minded consumers in today’s complex landscape. Read More

The challenge to food producers in meeting this demand is producing products that match the taste and appearance of the animal products they are replacing. Enzymes play a critical role in processing and formulating many of the foods we consume every day, and they can be utilized to enhance a number of aspects of plant-based foods, from flavor and texture—to aroma, appearance and more.