Common technical challenges that arise when formulating with natural colors in bakery applications include color degradation during processing, color bleeding, and color fading over the product’s shelf life. “When selecting natural colors for bakery items with longer shelf lives, developers must consider various factors to maintain product quality,” explains Nidhi Jaiswal, MS, a food scientist specializing in human nutrition.
Phytolon, Ginkgo Bioworks use fermentation to produce vibrant, natural food colors
February 1, 2024
Phytolon, a biotechnology company that offers natural food colors via fermentation-based technologies, and Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), which is building the leading platform for cell programming and biosecurity, announced the successful completion of the first development milestone of their multi-product collaboration to produce natural food colors and the resulting distribution of an equity milestone to Ginkgo.
Oterra introduces Simply Brown clean label caramel color alternative
October 24, 2023
Oterra, the world’s leading supplier of natural colors for food and beverage, is pleased to announce the immediate launch of its groundbreaking Simply Brown range. Expertly crafted from apples, the new range heralds a new era in Oterra's clean label caramel replacement solutions as part of our flagship FruitMax® coloring food range.
ADM shares flavor, color trends influencing innovation in 2024
October 23, 2023
ADM shared its outlook on the flavor and color trends that will drive product innovation in 2024. With unapologetic abandon for self-expression coupled with individual wellness goals top-of-mind for consumers across regions, ADM has identified four trends that illustrate evolving consumer behaviors and will inspire memorable moments.
Looking ahead to 2030, the food and beverage color palette will almost exclusively contain vibrant, naturally-derived hues that offer clean-label charm, as consumers continue to seek better-for-you products.
Lycored showcases robust ingredient portfolio at IFT First 2023
July 14, 2023
Booth visitors can immerse themselves in the benefits of Lycored's portfolio and see, taste and feel how Lycored discovers the beauty within – from healthier skin and body to more beautiful and delicious food.
GNT using IFT 2023 to showcase EXBERRY plant-based colors
June 22, 2023
GNT will showcase how its bright, versatile EXBERRY® plant-based colors can be used to create bold, on-trend food and drink innovations at IFT FIRST 2023, July 16-19, in Chicago.
The facility spans as many as 50 acres of land and is expected to not only generate more employment but also more indirect opportunities for others, including farmers.
ON DEMAND: Also known as ‘mindful drinking’, many consumers are turning to lower alcohol options to quench their thirst. This webinar will give you an in-depth look at how to choose the right color for your product and process.