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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development - Europe16-Jul-2021
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SCIENCE
Fermented-food diet increases microbiome diversity and lowers inflammation, study finds
In what they describe as a ‘radical’ finding, researchers have claimed that fermented foods play a larger role than previously thought in eliminating unhealthy bacteria in the gut that lead to cancer, obesity, diabetes, heart conditions and chronic pain. The findings also suggest that increased fibre intake alone over a short time period is insufficient to increase microbiota diversity.... Read more
Nearly all of France’s population contaminated with heavy metals, finds study
Fresh research published by France’s public health agency has revealed the presence of arsenic, chromium, cadmium, and mercury, amongst others, in a majority of adults and children.... Read more
Faba bean ‘potential unlocked’ after scientists identify gene behind often-fatal hereditary disorder
An international research team says it is possible to grow faba beans that don’t cause an allergic-like reaction in favism sufferers after identifying the gene behind the potentially life-threatening condition.... Read more
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MARKET TRENDS
The big opportunities in preventative nutrition: ‘There’s a real buzz surrounding functional ingredients’
Food and drink brands will play a lead role in growing the preventative nutrition sector. However, new research from Sagentia Innovation stresses technical and regulatory complexities need to be taken into account.... Read more
‘Sustainability is a must-have rather than a differentiator’: Kerry points to rising wave of sustainably-minded consumers
Taste and nutrition company Kerry has conducted new research into consumer expectations around sustainability in the food and beverage sector. The ‘really surprising results’ are in: Consumers ‘positioned sustainability as a must-have rather than a differentiator’.... Read more
How can consumers be empowered to eat healthy and sustainable foods?
How can an ‘enabling food environment’ be created to encourage healthy and sustainable diets across Europe?... Read more
 NPD Trend Tracker: From insect-fortified fusilli to Lindt's 100% cocoa fruit bar
In this week's innovation round-up, we hear about Lindt's launch of a bar made from 100% cocoa fruit with 'no added ingredients'. In France, Jimini's launches a high protein pasta fortified with insect powder. And in the UK, Chupa Chups' Lolly Drops 'water enhancer' rolls out.... See more
Short food supply chains offer ‘socio-economic benefits’ for farmers and consumers
SMARTCHAIN, a three-year EU-funded project, is developing a roadmap to support the extension of Short Food Supply Chains (SFSCs). This will deliver a number of ‘socio-economic benefits’, the researchers claim.... Read more
The three key criteria to meet the better-for-you bakery trend
While the health trend has been gaining momentum for several years, it has certainly been given impetus by the pandemic. Today’s consumer is increasingly moving away from considering food as simply a caloric need to something that could add functional benefits.... Read more
UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
Solutions for new plant-based dairy alternatives
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Healthy ageing is probably the biggest market opportunity (now more than ever) for the food industry. So why are food and beverage products for seniors hard to find on store shelves? It’s a sensitive subject, that’s why. Nevertheless, don’t miss out on this opportunity! Find...
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Design pleasurable yoghurt with the right sweetness
How much sugar can you reduce before reducing consumer acceptance? How can you address those challenges with natural solutions in your final product? In this webinar, Mintel and IFF Marketing and Science experts will introduce you to holistic product design for yoghurt and fresh dairy...
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BUSINESS
Swapping out long ingredients lists on vegan mayo for chickpeas: ‘We’ve taken the aquafaba concept a leap further’
Israeli start-up ChickP Ltd. says its 90% protein isolate demonstrates can be used as a clean label, one-to-one replacement for egg yolk in alt mayonnaise.... Read more
Orkla acquires Swiss ice cream ingredients supplier
Norwegian food company Orkla Food Ingredients has entered into an agreement to purchase the Swiss company Hans Kaspar to strengthen its position in confectionery and ice cream ingredients.... Read more
Pilgrim’s UK talks 2030 net zero ambition: ‘We want to be the most sustainable producer and supplier in the industry’
The pork producer is setting sustainability targets that make it a ‘clear trailblazer’ in the industry – advancing at faster rate than its competitors, according to Pilgrim’s UK Head of Sustainability Matt Dight. So how does the business plan to achieve net zero emissions in the next 10 years?... Read more
Cultivated foie gras start-up secures $10m seed, eyes expansion into alt poultry fillets
French ‘slaughter-free’ foie gras maker Gourmey has today announced an investment of $10m to upscale production of cultivated poultry meat.... Read more
‘We are excited to understand its potential’: Nestlé confirms move to explore cultured meat sector
The world’s largest food company has confirmed it is eyeing the cultured meat sector after a leaked report revealed a tie-up with Israeli cell-based start-up Future Meat Technologies.... Read more
Scientists hail cholesterol-lowering vegetable fat discovery
Researchers at the KU Leuven university in Belgium have obtained an innovation grant from the Flemish Agency for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (VLAIO) to test and develop a new unsaturated fat which they claim remains solid at room temperature.... Read more
PepsiCo aims to build on surging Q2 net sales of 20.5% with better-for-you beverages, snacks
PepsiCo’s net sales surged 20.5% to $19.22bn in the firm’s second quarter, zipping past expectations of $17.96bn, thanks in part to increased consumer mobility boosting demand for the firm’s iconic beverages at restaurants, events and across channels that cater more to on-the-go lifestyles.... Read more
Yakult’s plastic ambitions: Probiotic giant devises new sustainability strategy for packaging, carbon and water use
Yakult has detailed its plan to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 through its newly established Environmental Vision 2050, which will also include efforts to reduce plastic packaging by 30% by 2030.... Read more
‘The next phase in the evolution of Tate & Lyle’: Ingredients supplier spins-off bulk sweetener business
Tate & Lyle has sold a controlling stake in its Primary Products operations, which will be spun-out into a stand-alone business, leaving the London-listed ingredient manufacturer to focus on its faster-growing specialities business.... Read more
Norway’s plans to expand salmon farming in Argentina scuppered after vote
Argentina has effectively become the first country to ban salmon farming after Tierra del Fuego, the country’s southernmost province, approved a bill outlawing the practice in open net pens.... Read more
Kerry delves further into health space with Biosearch Life acquisition
Kerry Group, the world’s leading taste and nutrition company, has completed its the reported €126.9 million acquisition of Spanish biotech company Biosearch Life.... Read more
Waitrose looks beyond deforestation-free to ‘forest positive’ palm oil supply
UK supermarket Waitrose & Partners is working to stamp out deforestation from its supply chains and is ‘early’ on its journey to becoming forest positive, according to John Lewis Partnership’s Ethics & Sustainability Manager Samuel Lee-Gammage.... Read more
Tate & Lyle teams with Earthwatch on stevia sustainability: ‘We can make a real difference into the future’
Ingredient supplier Tate & Lyle has launched a stevia sustainability programme in collaboration with environmental experts Earthwatch Europe. The company says the move will help the fast-growing stevia agri sector leverage sustainable practices as it continues to expand.... Read more
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Growth Asia Series: Healthy Snacking | Tuesday 13 July
Growth Asia Series: Healthy Snacking | Tuesday 13 July
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