Prinova acquires Brazilian ingredients distributor Aplinova

The move enhances Prinova’s presence in Latin America, following its 2023 acquisition of citrus oil processor Flavor Tec, and will provide customers with access to Aplinova’s newly opened innovation centre in Jundiaí, which focuses on natural flavours, health and wellness customisations, and sugar reduction solutions.

Drought response strategies alter dairy performance and cheese characteristics

INRAE researchers have documented how different dairy farming adaptations to drought affect cheese production from pasture to plate. Their comprehensive study reveals that while corn-based systems produce more milk, completely removing fresh grass severely compromises cheese quality. Conversely, supplementing hay in grass-based systems maintains product characteristics while improving environmental performance.

Alfa Laval extends hygienic valve portfolio with focus on safety parameters

Alfa Laval has expanded its hygienic valve range with the introduction of the Unique SSV Pressure Relief Valve and the Leakage Detection Butterfly Valve, alongside new smaller sizes of existing mixproof valves. The company reports that these additions aim to enhance processing safety, efficiency and reliability across dairy, food, beverage, and home and personal care […]

Epax launches world’s first commercially available VLC-PUFA product

Epax’s new GRAS- and non-novel food-approved EPAX® Evolve 05 concentrate contains approximately ten times the VLC-PUFAs found in crude fish oil, opening new research possibilities in vision and healthy ageing applications.

Heuft innovates with thermal oil technology for energy-efficient bakery ovens

Addressing the critical issue of energy consumption in bakery operations, Heuft has refined its thermal oil heat transfer technology to provide maximum flexibility in energy source selection while maintaining consistent baking quality. The 300-year-old German company, which specialises exclusively in thermal oil heated oven systems, has developed solutions that allow bakeries to adapt to changing […]

dsm-firmenich introduces new enzyme targeting αs1 casein for improved cheese production

MaxirenEVO, the latest addition to the company’s coagulant enzyme portfolio, offers enhanced texture, taste, yield and functionality for cheese manufacturers through its specific mode of action on alpha s-1 casein. The enzyme enables improved moisture distribution, better emulsification, and consistent quality throughout shelf life while supporting sustainability goals.

Dosamix introduces water metering technology for bakery applications

Dosamix has launched a new line of water metering equipment targeted at bakeries worldwide, addressing industry demands for compact, reliable and affordable technology solutions. The company, formed by professionals with significant bakery technology experience, has developed water metering systems specifically engineered to function efficiently in limited production spaces.

Topos Mondial introduces digital cake doughnut depositor at iba 2025

Topos Mondial Corp. unveiled its new Digital Depositor at the iba trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, held from 18 to 22 May 2025. The equipment represents a significant advancement in cake doughnut production technology, with a digitally operated system that reduces mechanical complexity while improving operational control.

Lantech showcases automated case packing technology at iba 2025

Packaging machinery manufacturer demonstrated its C1000 case erector designed specifically for bakery and confectionery products, with capabilities of producing up to 30 precisely formed cases per minute regardless of environmental variables.

Access to Nutrition Initiative launches declaration to reshape nutrition economy by 2030

A coalition of global nutrition organisations led by the Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi), the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), and the Paris Peace Forum has presented a new roadmap aimed at restructuring the nutrition economy through multi-sectoral action. The Paris Declaration establishes measurable targets to address various forms of malnutrition whilst creating accountability […]