Future proofing dairy: how regenerative agriculture builds more resilient supply chains

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 […]

Kerry introduces Smart Taste platform to address ingredient volatility and regulatory pressures

Kerry has launched Smart Taste™, a proprietary platform of taste solutions designed to help food and beverage manufacturers navigate ingredient cost volatility, regulatory requirements and supply chain constraints whilst maintaining product taste profiles.

Arla Foods Ingredients unveils protein bar concept addressing texture stability challenges

Arla Foods Ingredients has introduced Easy Bite, a protein bar concept designed to demonstrate improved nutritional profiles whilst maintaining sensory attributes over extended shelf life.

Balchem launches StabiliPro excipient portfolio to extend probiotic shelf life

Balchem Corporation has introduced StabiliPro, a multifunctional excipient portfolio designed to enhance stability in probiotic formulations and reduce the need for probiotic overages in finished products.

Solveat and CBC collaborate on botanical-enhanced functional soft drinks

SOLVEAT has announced an investment-based joint development and commercial agreement with The Central Bottling Company, Ltd. (CBC Group) to develop functional beverages incorporating the startup’s patented botanical formulations. The long-term collaboration will focus on creating soft drinks targeting health categories including metabolic support and blood sugar control.

Reformulating protein beverages: Thermal stability and amino acid profiles drive next-generation functional sodas

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 […]

Protein ingredients market faces pivotal moment

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.

Minebea Intec: Weighing technology outperforms traditional level sensors in food production

Leading weighing technology manufacturer Minebea Intec has highlighted the superiority of gravimetric measurement systems over conventional level monitoring methods in food processing operations.

Regal Rexnord addresses critical hygiene and precision requirements in beverage manufacturing

Regal Rexnord has introduced an integrated portfolio of mechanical and automation solutions specifically engineered to meet the stringent operational demands of beverage production and bottling lines, where high-speed processing, washdown protocols, and precision control present ongoing technical challenges.

MISTA’s 2025 Growth Hack produces breakthrough nutrition concepts through industry collaboration

MISTA, the food innovation platform owned by Givaudan, has concluded its third annual Growth Hack programme, which brought together more than 50 start-ups with seven global corporates to develop solutions for healthy nutrition. The twelve-week initiative resulted in over 15 new food and beverage concepts.