14 Oct 2019 --- Beet processor Suiker Unie will produce its first 100kg of protein from sugar beet foliage this year with its Green Protein Demo Plant. The process is a unique “pioneering” method that the Dutch... Read More

02 Oct 2019 --- FrieslandCampina is partnering with US-based dairy cooperative United Dairymen of Arizona (UDA) to bring lactoferrin, a natural milk glycoprotein ingredient, to the market. The partnership, which is a response to... Read More

24 Sep 2019 --- Germany-based Taiyo will be presenting a line of new dietary additives at Fi Europe in Paris, France this December, including a functional cola containing Sunfiber. Among the new ingredient concepts will also be... Read More

23 Sep 2019 --- Made with real fruits and nuts and infused with ingredients such as kombucha, matcha, collagen and turmeric, US-based Tyson Foods’ new line of refrigerated protein snacks is set to hit the market. The... Read More

19 Sep 2019 --- Harmless Harvest has launched a new plant-based protein and coconut drink made with a blend of pea, sunflower and pumpkin proteins and a combination of natural coconut fat and fiber. With the choice between... Read More

As customers look to differentiate themselves from their competitors and also try to attract a very dynamic consumer base, they are increasingly benefiting from partners such as Firmenich, to offer value added services.

Key suppliers offer their thoughts on dairy trends. Where are the undiscovered opportunities for dairy nutritionals and bioactives? What about the rise in marketing dairy products on snacking platforms?

With sales to over 140 countries worldwide, Kerry, the Taste & Nutrition company, has grown to become a highly successful public company, having achieved sustained profitable growth with current annualized sales in excess of €6 billion. "We clearly see that future growth in the market is going to be driven by combining taste with nutritionally optimized food."

The functional, economical and nutritional advantages of pulse ingredients are allowing for great potential amid a market environment that demands successful egg replacers.

One innovative new tool which debuted in Australia last year is now attracting international interest. It is the VITAL Online, a tool that food producers can use to assist in presenting consistent allergen advice.

13 Jun 2019 --- At Vitafoods Europe 2019, NutritionInsight spoke with Stephen Gregory, Head of Global R&D, NZMP Medical Nutrition, about innovative ways to offer medical nutrition to those in need of additional protein and convenient dosage formats.

31 May 2019 --- At Vitafoods Europe 2019, NutritionInsight spoke with Jatin Sharma, Marketing Manager- Europe at Roquette, about the mainstreaming of sports nutrition. To meet growing demand in this space, the company is coming up with different plant-based protein solutions, such as pea protein ingredients.

30 May 2019 --- At Vitafoods Europe 2019, NutritionInsight spoke with Tony Gay, Head of Technical Sales & NPD, Nutrition at Prinova, about the latest trends and demands within premixes. At the show, the company highlighted the growing interest in nootropics.

23 May 2019 --- SternWywiol’s SternLife business presented a new generation of protein bars at Vitafoods Europe as well as several keto concepts. They have a very soft, light texture similar to that of confectionery bars. Thanks to their taste and their tender, creamy consistency, the new soft bars are claimed to have more in common with chocolate bars rather than functional bars despite being enriched with protein and dietary fiber. The new bars, coming with a crisp chocolate coating, contain high-quality milk protein; they are low sugar and free from soy and gluten.

30 Apr 2019 --- Whether you need to reduce astringency, enhance mouthfeel or minimize the awareness of particulates, TIC Gums has the solution for you to address your unique beverage formulating challenges and ensure successful instant beverage development.

09 Oct 2019 --- Plant-based proteins have the market buzzing, with food and beverage innovations arriving frequently on store shelves. But formulating beverages with alternative protein sources—whether soy, almond, oat, pea or rice – can present challenges, especially in meeting consumers’ expectations for taste, texture and visual appeal. In this timely webinar, Innova Market Insights and CP Kelco share useful insights about the global dairy alternatives market, the key challenges when formulating these products, and how KELCOGEL® Gellan Gum – a nature-based, fermentation-derived ingredient – serves as a unique, multifunctional solution in the product developer’s toolkit.

13 Sep 2019 --- Gen Z’s are seeking physical improvement. Protein rich and adventurous products and flavors are key in connecting with these consumers. Nutrition that supports both physical and emotional well-being is thriving and generational lenses on health can help you find new opportunities.Innova Market Insights’ Director of Innovation, Lu Ann Williams will highlight the changing demographics, with insights on targeting all generations.

04 Apr 2019 --- In less than two decades, protein supplementation and high protein diets have moved from having niche appeal (primarily the domain of bodybuilders), to being truly mainstream. Innova Market Insights Market Analyst, Myrthe de Beukelaar, takes you inside sports nutrition innovation and how mainstream consumer pay more attention to factors beyond efficient muscle building such as ethical and environmental concerns which translates into a greater uptake of vegan proteins in the market.

05 Dec 2018 --- Innova Market Insights releases its Top Ten Trends for 2019, using its ongoing analyses of global developments in food and drink launch activity to highlight the trends most likely to impact the food and drinks industry over the coming year and beyond. In addition to the Top Ten Trends identified for 2019, key themes from previous years, including mindful consumption, clean label, protein content, sugar reduction and plant-based options will also continue to feature strongly.

08 Nov 2018 --- Fifty percent of the US, Chinese and German consumers say they read the ingredients/nutritional label often or always (Innova Market Insights, Consumer Survey 2018). Mindful consumers are continuing to catalyze changes in the way that companies produce, package and label their products. Fruit and botanical extracts from herbs, spices, and many more are being applied as they have a strong natural appeal and attract to the today’s conscious consumer. Health ingredients such as fibers and protein are on-trend and development in sourcing, format and health positioning will drive new product innovations.