Compound Vegan Roast

RAPS launches compound solution for plant-based roast alternatives

German spice manufacturer introduces functional ingredient system targeting rapidly expanding plant-based main dish market, with specialised seasoning formulations for roast pork, beef and poultry alternatives achieving Nutri-Score A ratings.

Wim Destoop, Chief Customer Officer at Westfalia Fruit (left) and Carel van Krimpen, founder and CEO of Greenpoint Trading (right), following Westfalia Fruit’s acquisition of Dutch foodservice specialist Greenpoint Trading B.V.

Westfalia Fruit acquires Dutch avocado foodservice specialist

Global avocado leader Westfalia Fruit has completed the acquisition of Greenpoint Trading B.V., strengthening its position in Europe’s rapidly growing foodservice sector where avocado-based products are becoming increasingly prevalent on commercial menus.

DolCas Biotech infuses chocolate with 1g fish collagen tripeptides

DolCas Biotech infuses chocolate with 1g fish collagen tripeptides

DolCas Biotech has successfully demonstrated the incorporation of marine collagen tripeptides into chocolate confections, achieving clinically effective dosing in an 8g serving whilst maintaining organoleptic properties. The New Jersey-based nutraceutical company utilises its proprietary Morikol ingredient to deliver 1g of ultra-low molecular weight fish collagen per chocolate square.

Nutriswiss AG has obtains Bio Suisse organic certification for its oil mill facility in Wohlen

Nutriswiss secures organic certification for Swiss oil mill operations

Swiss edible oil specialist Nutriswiss AG has obtained Bio Suisse organic certification for its oil mill facility in Wohlen, enabling expanded processing of both locally sourced Swiss oilseeds and imported organic materials. The certification addresses a strategic gap in the company’s organic product portfolio.

Galactic expands China facility to boost food preservative supply across Asia-EMEA

Galactic expands China facility to boost food preservative supply across Asia-EMEA

Fermentation technology specialist Galactic has commissioned a comprehensive new production line at its Guzhen facility in China, marking a significant expansion in manufacturing capacity for antimicrobial food preservative powders across Asia and EMEA markets.

Miriam Krechlok

Beyond the breadcrumbs: How product inspection technology protects your fish products

Fish bone foreign bodies represent up to 84% of ingested contaminants encountered in emergency departments worldwide, yet many manufacturers still rely on inadequate manual inspection methods. Miriam Krechlok, Segment Marketing Manager at Mettler-Toledo, examines how advanced metal detection and X-ray technologies can transform quality control processes, ensuring comprehensive contamination detection whilst reducing product waste and […]

bioMérieux has launched GENE-UP TYPER

bioMérieux launches GENE-UP® TYPER for rapid Listeria root cause analysis

bioMérieux has launched GENE-UP® TYPER, an automated real-time PCR solution designed to accelerate root cause analysis of Listeria monocytogenes contamination in food processing facilities. The system combines genomic analysis with machine learning to help manufacturers identify contamination sources and implement preventive measures.

Ancient sourdough cultures meet modern gastronomy in Puratos Louvre venture

A centuries-old microbial culture has found its way from preservation archives to one of the world’s most prestigious cultural venues, as Puratos introduces its heritage Vitus sourdough starter to the newly opened Boulangerie du Louvre. This landmark collaboration demonstrates how preserved fermentation cultures can bridge traditional artisan practices with contemporary commercial applications in unexpected settings.

WHO - NTU food safety

NTU Singapore partners with WHO to advance AI-driven food safety assessment

NTU Singapore and the World Health Organisation have launched a three-year collaboration to transform global food safety standards through artificial intelligence and digital modelling technologies. The partnership aims to enhance risk assessment capabilities for novel food systems including cultured meat and precision-fermented products.

Roquette expands NUTRALYS portfolio

Roquette launches textured wheat and pea proteins for meat alternatives

French ingredient manufacturer Roquette has expanded its NUTRALYS plant protein range with two new textured solutions, including its first textured wheat protein product. The developments target growing demand for sustainable protein alternatives in food manufacturing applications.