TNA partners with Preziosi Food

Italian snack manufacturer boosts production capacity by 76% with integrated solutions

In response to the accelerating snacks market in Italy and growing consumer preference for budget-friendly private-label goods, Preziosi Food, a prominent Italian manufacturer of potato crisps and snacks, has significantly expanded its production capacity. The company partnered with TNA solutions to implement a comprehensive upgrade of its manufacturing facilities within a stringent 12-month timeframe.

Claus Hviid Christensen, Chief Executive Officer of Nexus

Pioneering project seeks food manufacturers to develop egg replacements

A groundbreaking initiative is calling for food manufacturers to participate in the development of innovative plant-based egg replacements. The Plant-based Ingredients for Egg Replacement (PIER) project, a collaboration between emulsifier specialist Palsgaard, its R&D sister company Nexus, and Aarhus University, is seeking partners to co-create solutions that could significantly reduce both recipe costs and carbon […]

whole wheat flour

Nutrient content analysis reveals stark differences between whole wheat and refined flour

A groundbreaking study has shed new light on the nutritional disparities between whole wheat and refined flour products, offering valuable insights for food scientists and nutritionists. The research, presented at NUTRITION 2024 (held in Chicago from June 29 to July 2), the flagship annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, traces the journey of […]

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Primerdesign launches rapid Norovirus detection kit for oysters

Primerdesign, a subsidiary of the Novacyt Group, has unveiled a new quantitative PCR (qPCR) assay for the swift and reliable detection of Norovirus in oysters. The genesig® Easy_oys Detection Kit targets both genogroup I and II Norovirus pathogens in oyster tissue, offering a user-friendly and cost-effective solution for on-site contamination screening.

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Pioneering sustainability tool unveiled for brewing industry

A groundbreaking digital tool designed to simplify sustainable decision-making for brewers has been unveiled by IFF, a global leader in food and beverage, home and personal care, and health sectors. The Sustainability Brewing Calculator, an online resource, demonstrates how alterations to raw material inputs can result in significant reductions in water consumption, energy usage, CO2 […]

Genetic “Off Switch” for nitrogen fixation in legumes discovered

In a groundbreaking study published today in Nature [1], international researchers have identified a genetic regulator that controls the nitrogen fixation process in legumes. This discovery could pave the way for more sustainable agricultural practices and reduced reliance on synthetic fertilisers.

Sustainable sweetness: Dutch innovation targets US food industry

Fooditive Group, a Dutch plant-based ingredient manufacturer, is preparing to introduce its groundbreaking sweetener, Keto-Fructose (5-keto-D-fructose), to the American food and beverage market. This novel sugar alternative, currently undergoing FDA GRAS assessment, promises to set a new benchmark for sugar substitutes with its exceptional taste profile, functional properties, and sustainability credentials.

Preserving and protecting valuable vegetable fats and oils

Nutriswiss uses innovative process technology to safeguard antioxidant content, remove contaminants and improve storage stability.

sleep inducing lemon verbena

Lemon verbena extract shows promise in improving sleep quality and melatonin production

Sleep deficiency is a widespread issue affecting approximately 35% of the global population. Consequences range from non-restorative sleep, difficulties falling asleep, and frequent awakenings, leaving individuals feeling unrefreshed and potentially interfering with daily functions. In the long term, deficient sleep can have profound impacts on physical and mental well-being.

TopGum Iron-Rich Gummies

New iron gummy supplements tackle metallic taste and absorption issues

TopGum Industries Ltd. is launching IronGum, a new line of high-dose iron gummy supplements that overcome major consumer barriers. The vegan gummies utilize the company’s proprietary Gummiceuticals and TopCaps technologies to deliver an iron supplement without the typical unpleasant metallic aftertaste.