Five trends reshaping the sector The snack aisle is evolving. What was once dominated by indulgence is now defined by innovation and a growing demand for products that not only taste good, but also do good. The majority of consumers today want more from their snacks: more function, more flavour, more transparency. And they want […]
Jordan Turner, Marketing Coordinator, SGS Beta, examines how Carbon-14 testing provides food and beverage companies with accurate, third-party verification of biomass-derived content in packaging materials. As the bioplastics market grows rapidly – projected to reach US$44.77 billion by 2030 – manufacturers need reliable methods to authenticate sustainability claims and meet consumer expectations for eco-friendly packaging […]
Climate-driven disruptions are inflating food costs and destabilising supply chains, writes Kati Hermann, Sustainability Manager at SVZ. With crop yields projected to decline 8.3% by 2050, the financial and reputational risks of inaction are mounting. Hermann focuses on the commercial case for sustainability and the very real costof failing to act swiftly. She looks at […]
Regenerative agriculture is gaining increasing recognition across the dairy industry as brands look to restore ecosystems, secure supply chains and meet rising consumer expectations, such as more environmentally responsible sourcing. But without a universal definition, the risk of greenwashing threatens to undermine progress and trust. Kyle Brookmeyer, Head of Sustainability at FrieslandCampina Ingredients, explores how […]
The protein beverage market is undergoing a significant reformulation, with manufacturers seeking ingredients that can deliver high protein content without compromising clarity, taste, or processing efficiency. Arla Foods Ingredients’ Lacprodan® BLG-100, a pure beta-lactoglobulin ingredient, addresses key technical challenges in protein soda development through its heat-stable formulation and enhanced amino acid profile. Callan Emery speaks […]
Trade tariffs, shifting consumer preferences, and emerging technologies are converging to reshape the protein ingredients sector, with traditional dairy proteins maintaining dominance whilst plant-based alternatives struggle to gain a foothold in premium categories. Graham C. Robinson, CEO of Giract, explores this dynamic market.
Viktor Hermansson, Markem-Imaje’s Marketing Director, reveals how GS1 Digital Link QR codes enable brands to enhance consumer engagement through sophisticated first-party data collection. As digital trust erodes – with 52% of consumers encountering misinformation – 2D barcodes offer authenticated communication channels that bridge physical products with personalised digital experiences. The technology unlocks strategic advantages: supply […]
Frank Borrmann, Market Manager for the Strategic Business Unit Checkweighing & Vision, Mettler-Toledo Garvens GmbH, looks at how smart fill level systems use real-time weight data to slash production waste. Advanced feedback technology automatically fine-tunes filling processes, cutting excess product giveaway from 0.69% to 0.14% whilst maintaining quality standards. This intelligent automation tackles rising material […]
Research reveals that zeaxanthin, a carotenoid found in corn, leafy greens, and egg yolks, significantly enhances CD8+ T cell cytotoxicity against tumours. The compound promotes T cell receptor stimulation and improves responses to immune checkpoint inhibitors, suggesting new dietary approaches to cancer treatment.
Harbinder Maan, Associate Director of Trade Marketing and Stewardship at the Almond Board of California, examines how almonds’ exceptional nutri-tional profile and functional versatility are driving breakthrough innovations in food product development. With over 14 available forms, almonds enable manufacturers to create next-generation products that satisfy evolving consumer demands for health-conscious, plant-based alternatives whilst maintaining […]
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