Website Link (Article by Daphne Ewing-Chow) Tiger nut (or chufa nut) flour, which is ground from tubers that grow on the yellow nutsedge plant, is gaining popularity globally as the perfect substitute for wheat flour, given its gluten-free properties, its status as a super food and its natural sweet taste. The flour, which is madeContinue reading “Five Reasons Why Tiger Nut Flour Is The Trendiest Alternative Flour”
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Mondi: How to Solve the Materials Puzzle
Website Link (Article by Packagingeurope) The challenge of providing packaging that balances resource efficiency with the lowest possible environmental impact is one that every member of the packaging industry is familiar with. There is no ‘perfect’ solution, but in this exclusive article Mondi Group looks at some of the strategies the industry could be employing to helpContinue reading “Mondi: How to Solve the Materials Puzzle”
Lab-grown proteins begin to impact meat, dairy categories
Website Link (Article by Jeff Gelski) Meat and dairy products in recent years have battled plant-based alternatives for consumer dollars. Now, another competitor looms. “Major disruption is coming to protein ingredients,” said Stephanie Mattucci, associate director, global food science for Mintel. “Clean meat or lab-grown meat is expected to disrupt both the meat industry andContinue reading “Lab-grown proteins begin to impact meat, dairy categories”
Electrohydrodynamic processing of natural polymers for active food packaging: A comprehensive review
Abstract The active packaging materials fabricated using natural polymers is increasing in recent years. Electrohydrodynamic processing has drawn attention in active food packaging due to its potential in fabricating materials with advanced structural and functional properties. These materials have the significant capability in enhancing food’s quality, safety, and shelf-life. Through electrospinning and electrospray, fibers andContinue reading “Electrohydrodynamic processing of natural polymers for active food packaging: A comprehensive review”
Buzzing on sustainability: Half of all coffee launches carry ethical or environmental claim
In 2020, 48% of coffee launches made at least one sustainable claim, according to Mintel Global New Products Database. According to market insight firm Mintel, consumers around the globe are ‘drinking coffee with a conscience’. The company’s Global New Product Database (GNPD) has revealed that of all new coffee product launches around the world inContinue reading “Buzzing on sustainability: Half of all coffee launches carry ethical or environmental claim”
Sunflower protein has significant prospects in Africa
The company Agric S. A., which is a subsidiary of the international group of companies YUG RUSI, will take part in the international exhibition “Food ingredients Africa”. The largest specialized exhibition in the region will be held in Cairo (Egypt) from 02 to 04 August 2021 and will bring together thousands of professionals. The companyContinue reading “Sunflower protein has significant prospects in Africa”
‘Exciting, flavourful and adventurous’: Latin American flavours are on-trend in the US
Seen as exciting, flavourful and adventurous, Latino flavours are popular in the US, according to Mintel research. Does this open up export opportunities for healthy Latin American food brands? Upcoming research from market insights company Mintel reveals that US consumers see Latin cuisine as exciting, flavourful and adventurous and that a majority of US consumersContinue reading “‘Exciting, flavourful and adventurous’: Latin American flavours are on-trend in the US”
Parents seek immunity-boosting, budget-friendly & convenient foods for kids heading back to school
Grocery retailers and packaged food and beverage brands should brace for another significant shift in consumer shopping habits this month as many families with students returning to in-person school after a year or more of distance or hybrid learning look for more on-the-go, budget-conscious and immune-boosting breakfast and lunch solutions, according to one grocery storeContinue reading “Parents seek immunity-boosting, budget-friendly & convenient foods for kids heading back to school”
What can food companies learn about sustainability from Indigenous Peoples’ food systems?
Quite a lot, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Together with the Alliance of Bioversity International and The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), the FAO has released a study identifying hundreds of diverse plant and animal species that Indigenous Peoples around the world depend on and care forContinue reading “What can food companies learn about sustainability from Indigenous Peoples’ food systems?”
As the Ghost Kitchen Industry Matures, Here Are 5 Trends to Watch
The food industry has managed to squeeze about 10 years of innovation into just 18 months thanks to the pandemic. This in turn has given rise to a variety of ghost kitchen models that have allowed restaurants and food brands to increase sales and reduce their operating costs. Now that restaurant operators have seen thatContinue reading “As the Ghost Kitchen Industry Matures, Here Are 5 Trends to Watch”
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