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Editors’ choice: Our roundup of the most innovative sweets, snacks and bakery products

Editors’ choice: Our roundup of the most innovative sweets, snacks and bakery products

9 Dec 2022

The sweets, snacks, and bakery categories are an exciting area, full of fresh and innovative products which are constantly adding meaningful value to the sector.

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Functional food in Japan centres on health and proving claims

Functional food in Japan centres on health and proving claims

8 Dec 2022

The latest Japanese functional food and drink trends put health and product efficacy firmly on the production agenda for new releases.

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Editor’s choice: Our roundup of the latest women’s health products around the world

Editor’s choice: Our roundup of the latest women’s health products around the world

2 Dec 2022

From botanicals to combat menopause symptoms to a hydration powder for mothers-to-be, here is our roundup of the most innovative new product launches within women’s health.

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Nestlé becomes latest brand to launch vegan version of foie gras

Nestlé becomes latest brand to launch vegan version of foie gras

1 Dec 2022

Foie gras, a traditional staple of Christmas dinner across France and other European countries, has long been a controversial delicacy. Now, Nestlé has become the latest company to create a cruelty-free vegan version under its Garden Gourmet brand.

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Nestlé launches plant-based egg in Latin America

Nestlé launches plant-based egg in Latin America

29 Nov 2022

Nestlé has launched a powdered plant-based protein under its Mahler brand that consumers can add to egg dishes such as omelettes, allowing them to make dishes that are cheaper but still nutritious, it says.

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enduracarb®: A science-backed trehalose ingredient for athletic endurance

enduracarb®: A science-backed trehalose ingredient for athletic endurance

24 Nov 2022

enduracarb® is a science-backed, slow-acting carbohydrate that can power athletes’ performance. Produced using a high-purity production process, it is suitable for a wide variety of applications.

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FDA in ‘critical milestone’ for cell-cultured meat in US

FDA in ‘critical milestone’ for cell-cultured meat in US

18 Nov 2022

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has completed its first pre-market consultation of a cell-cultured chicken product made by UPSIDE Foods, a development that has been hailed a “critical and inspiring milestone in the history of cultivated meat”...

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Plant-based brand launches beet jerky

Plant-based brand launches beet jerky

17 Nov 2022

Theo’s Plant-Based has launched beet Jerky, a vegetable-based beef jerky alternative, made with organic beetroot and spices that taps into a cleaner, sustainable food system preferred by consumers.

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Redefining brand value: Empower consumers to be resourceful and creative in the face of rising costs [Interview]

Redefining brand value: Empower consumers to be resourceful and creative in the face of rising costs [Interview]

16 Nov 2022

With inflation, greater instability, and supply chain disruptions as a global backdrop of 2022, consumers are increasing looking for value, products with functional benefits, and convenience for the coming year, says Innova Market Insights.

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Quorn and Nature’s Fynd among founding members of the Fungi Protein Association

Quorn and Nature’s Fynd among founding members of the Fungi Protein Association

15 Nov 2022

Global fungi protein manufacturers have formed the Fungi Protein Association (FPA), a trade body that promotes fungi as a sustainable protein in public policy and conducts consumer research on the ingredient.

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MicroThermics’ Formulators Guide to Process Selection for Plant-Based Beverages

MicroThermics’ Formulators Guide to Process Selection for Plant-Based Beverages

15 Nov 2022

Plant-based beverages & products are mainstream! Come to FIE booth 4D122 & read our whitepaper to see how processing in the lab at commercial HTST & UHT conditions gets you to market faster for less!

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Affordability, indulgence, and health: Top trends for 2023 [Interview]

Affordability, indulgence, and health: Top trends for 2023 [Interview]

14 Nov 2022

Consumers want affordable alternatives that offer the same great taste and health benefits as their favourite products. Brands that can deliver on this will dominate in 2023, according to Mintel.In the food and beverage space, consumers are key in driv...

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