Tate & Lyle pledges to take action on fibre

The ingredients specialist is the latest to sign up to the UKâs Food and Drink Federationâs (FDF) Action on Fibre.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/12/24/Tate-Lyle-pledges-to-take-action-on-fibre?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sainsbury’s talks food labelling challenges: ‘We can’t wait for perfect data to start communicating health and sustainability’

From messaging hierarchy to space on-pack and data availability, a âmassive amountâ of challenges face retailers when labelling food, according to Claire Hughes, Director of Product and Innovation at Sainsburyâs.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/24/Sainsbury-s-talks-food-labelling-challenges-We-can-t-wait-for-perfect-data-to-start-communicating-health-and-sustainability?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Limpet farming: an unlikely new source of sustainable protein?

They donât âwin any prizes for their gastronomic, economic or aesthetic valueâ. But limpets have acquired an undeserved reputation as âfamine foodâ, according to research that aims to re-write their global significance in coastal heritage and food culture.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/24/Limpet-farming-an-unlikely-new-source-of-sustainable-protein?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Red and processed meat trade linked to diet-related NCDs in Europe

Researchers say incidence of disease-specific NCDs in some northern and eastern European countries have ârapidly increasedâ due to red and processed meat trade.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/23/Red-and-processed-meat-trade-linked-to-diet-related-NCDs-in-Europe?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

France, Austria call for a European plant-based protein strategy

Agricultural ministers of France and Austria are urging the Commission to develop an EU-wide plant-based protein strategy, which they say would contribute to more sustainable and diversified agriculture.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/23/France-Austria-call-for-a-European-plant-based-protein-strategy?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sustainable packaging a ‘growth opportunity’ for food and consumer goods industry says IGD

Over 40% of consumers have already adopted reusable grocery packaging and are âthinking aboutâ using reusable packaging reveals new consumer research from the UK-based group which aims to give suppliers and retailers insight into consumer attitudes towards refill and return packaging solutions.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/23/Sustainable-packaging-a-growth-opportunity-for-food-and-consumer-goods-industry-says-IGD?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

UK HFSS rules 'the most significant in-store changes seen in decades’ but will they hit unhealthy sales?

The new restrictions that are set to come into place on foods that are high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS) in the UK will drive âmeaningful disruptionâ for food makers and retailers with high levels of exposure to these categories, according to analysts at Barclays Capital. But will they dent the top line of brands operating in the space?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/23/UK-HFSS-rules-the-most-significant-in-store-changes-seen-in-decades-but-will-they-hit-unhealthy-sales?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Spent yeast start-up plans alt protein disruption: ‘Our vision is to replace soy’

Aleph Farms founder and CEO Didier Toubia has another project in the works: alternative protein made from spent yeast.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/22/Yeap-Yeast-protein-start-up-plans-soy-disruption?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

EFSA poised to slash daily exposure limits for bisphenol A as EU court confirms it as ‘substance of very high concern’

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is to re-evaluate the risks of bisphenol A (BPA) in food as the Court of Justice of the EU confirms the chemical must be listed as a âsubstance of very high concernâ for its hormone-disrupting properties on the human body.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/22/EFSA-poised-to-slash-daily-exposure-limits-for-bisphenol-A-as-EU-court-confirms-it-as-substance-of-very-high-concern?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

A casein point: Method to ‘drive innovation’ by blending cow's milk with plant protein

Researchers have detailed a new method of supplementing cow milk with vegetable protein, which the team believes may open opportunities to create new functional, multisourced dairy products.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/12/22/Method-to-drive-innovation-by-mixing-cow-milk-with-plant-protein?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

JBS blames complex supply chains as retailers drop beef over deforestation

Supermarket chains in the UK, Belgium, France and the Netherlands have announced they are restricting Brazilian beef products tied to Brazilâs JBS, the worldâs largest beef company and second-largest food company.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/22/JBS-blames-complex-supply-chains-as-retailers-drop-beef-over-deforestation?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

JBS spots global growth opportunities in Italian premium deli sector

The Brazilian meat giant is shifting to bresaola, Parma Ham and prosciutto after buying Italian brands Kingâs and Principe.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/21/JBS-spots-global-growth-opportunities-in-Italian-premium-deli-sector?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Real Good's dramatic growth demonstrates consumer desire for 'craveable' better-for-you moments

SPINS data backs up the health and wellness focused frozen food producer's remarkable growth, which posted a 109% hike in core product sales.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/12/21/Real-Good-s-dramatic-growth-demonstrates-consumer-desire-for-craveable-better-for-you-moments?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Patent-pending mould-inhibiting packaging set to make big dent in bread waste

SoFresh, Inc. has numerous ongoing trials with North American bakeries to develop bakery packaging that extends the shelf life of bread and other perishable treats.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/12/21/Patent-pending-mould-inhibiting-packaging-set-to-make-big-dent-in-bread-waste?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What’s the Spanish meat industry’s beef with Nutri-Score?

From slaughterhouses to cutting plants and meat processors, Spainâs meat industry is âtotally againstâ front-of-pack nutritional labelling scheme Nutri-Score. FoodNavigator hears why.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/21/What-s-the-Spanish-meat-industry-s-beef-with-Nutri-Score?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

How menu design can encourage greater uptake of plant-based: study

Fresh research out of the UK suggests meat eaters are much more likely to choose vegetarian meals when they make up the majority of the menu.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/21/How-menu-design-can-encourage-greater-uptake-of-plant-based-study?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Forget FOPMAP? Diet ‘less important than realised’ in IBS sufferers, study claims

Irritable bowel syndrome is more complex than a simple connection to diet, reveals fresh research.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/21/Forget-FOPMAP-Diet-less-important-than-realised-in-IBS-sufferers-study-claims?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'The second it’s up, it’s going to change everything': Future Meat Technologies raises $347m Series B to open US facility and drive down cost of cultivated meat

Israeli startup Future Meat Technologies has raised $347m in a Series B round of financing, fueling its plans to open a US plant next year and drive down the cost of cultivated meat below its current price of $7.70 per lb.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/20/Future-Meat-Technologies-raises-347m-Series-B-to-open-US-facility-and-drive-down-cost-of-cultivated-meat?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From savoury honey to booze-free Christmas beer

Here we reveal Rowse's plans to capitalise on the home cooking trend with savoury honey that unlocks âa range of new cooking possibilities from stir-frys to glazing seasonal vegetablesâ. Elsewhere, US alcohol-free craft beer brand Athletic Brewing Co. has added a stout to its collection of beers available in the UK, which is âperfect to enjoy after a cold day outsideâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/20/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-savoury-honey-to-booze-free-Christmas-beer?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Relict’ food packaging laws under fire: ‘EU reform to safeguard consumers is urgently needed’

EU food packaging laws fail to safeguard the safety and interests of European citizens, according to BEUC, which is pushing for regulatory reform.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/20/Relict-food-packaging-laws-under-fire-EU-reform-to-safeguard-consumers-is-urgently-needed?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Ingredion expands natural flavor modifier portfolio

Ingredion has launched a new solution to deliver sweet taste at scale, under a natural flavor declaration.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/12/20/Ingredion-expands-natural-flavor-modifier-portfolio?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

2021 shopping trends suggest ‘cooking from scratch’ is off the menu, while indulgence persists

Consumer research-focused NielsenIQ has revealed this yearâs fastest growing products in the UK, suggesting indulgent treats are on the rise, while cooking from scratch has fallen out of favour.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/20/2021-shopping-trends-suggest-cooking-from-scratch-is-off-the-menu-while-indulgence-persists?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Vertical farming innovator Infarm leverages speed and cost advantage for global growth

Urban farming group Infarm has secured an investment of US$200m to accelerate the global expansion of its âclimate-resilientâ vertical farms. CEO Erez Galonska tells us the company is able to set up vertical farms faster and cheaper than the competition.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/17/Vertical-farming-innovator-Infarm-leverages-speed-and-cost-advantage-for-global-growth?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Satellite data ‘key to accelerating carbon footprint transparency in food systems’

A new monitoring platform claims it allows CPGs, retailers and farmers to track their land-based carbon footprint within supply chains and target ânature-based solutions at scale and speedâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/17/Satellite-data-key-to-accelerating-carbon-footprint-transparency-in-food-systems?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Warning on ‘serious health risks’ of counterfeit Christmas booze

Shoppers have been warned of the âserious health risksâ associated with drinking counterfeit alcohol this festive season.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/17/Warning-on-serious-health-risks-of-counterfeit-Christmas-booze?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Study highlights 'promising' method of combining dairy and plant protein in milk applications

Researchers have unlocked a new opportunity to encapsulate dairy (casein) and pea protein together into one stable molecule to create "highly-nutritious" hybrid dairy products.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/16/Study-highlights-promising-method-of-combining-dairy-and-plant-protein-in-milk-applications?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

InnovoPro launches chickpea-based egg white alternative that promises “strong, stable” structure

Plant-based alternatives to egg whites can fall short â literally â when it comes to creating towering meringues, pavlovas and mousses, but the Israeli food-tech frontrunner InnovoProâs new chickpea-based egg white replacement system, CP-Foam 1001, promises to deliver higher peaks than other options without higher costs.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/16/InnovoPro-launches-chickpea-based-egg-white-alternative-that-promises-strong-stable-structure?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

MOSHs or MOAHs in food: Calls for zero tolerance as ‘toxic’ mineral oils found in products across Europe... but are they harming consumers?

Many food products sold in Europe including stock cubes, chocolate and spreads are contaminated with dangerous mineral oils, claims Foodwatch.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/16/MOSHs-or-MOAHs-in-food-Calls-for-zero-tolerance-as-toxic-mineral-oils-found-in-products-across-Europe-but-are-they-harming-consumers?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

EC developing certification to boost ‘carbon farming’ but how should it be defined?

The European Commission released details on its carbon strategy this week, with carbon farming central to its hopes for CO2 removals. Plans include the development of a certification system â but a row is brewing over how this should be defined and measured.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/16/EC-developing-certification-to-boost-carbon-farming-but-how-should-it-be-defined?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From comforting to escapism and healthy to indulgent, the pandemic continues to influence flavors

Fear and frustration related to the ongoing pandemic will continue to shape flavor preferences in 2022 with consumers gravitating to taste profiles that signal health benefits, hint at escape to far away lands, offer comfort or promise something new, according to industry stakeholders.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/16/From-comforting-to-escapism-and-healthy-to-indulgent-the-pandemic-continues-to-influence-flavors?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Unscrambling the plant-based egg market: Which products have the best functionality for baking?

Which plant-based egg alternatives have the best functionality in bakery? ProVeg International invegg-stigates.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/16/Unscrambling-the-plant-based-egg-market-Which-products-have-the-best-functionality-for-baking?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Industry insights from NIZO: Preventing bacterial toxins in food products

The risk of contamination runs through the entire food production chains. How can food makers minimise the risks?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/16/Industry-insights-from-NIZO-Preventing-bacterial-toxins-in-food-products?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Time is up’: Human rights NGO calls out sexual violence and poverty wages in tea supply chain

Human rights advocates are calling âtimeâ on abuses in the tea supply chain, with a new initiative designed to increase transparency in the sector.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/15/Time-is-up-Human-rights-NGO-calls-out-sexual-violence-and-poverty-wages-in-tea-supply-chain?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Inflation fears rise… but what’s the exact point at which shoppers will consider a product to be too expensive?

Consumers will stop buying a product when its original price has risen by an average of 40%, according to a new survey commissioned by specialist PR agency Ingredient Communications and conducted by SurveyGoo.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/15/Inflation-fears-rise-but-what-s-the-exact-point-at-which-shoppers-will-consider-a-product-to-be-too-expensive?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

First quantitative study on bread waste maps the upside of surplus goods

In 2021, Panera Bread will have donated almost $100m in unsold bread and bakery products to Americans in need â a gesture that today is more of a necessity than just philanthropic, following data that confirms the global food system is a major contributor to climate change.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/12/15/First-quantitative-study-on-bread-waste-maps-the-upside-of-surplus-goods?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

EAT-Lancet diet reduces death risk by 25%, study finds

Following a diet intended to support both human and planetary health has been found to significantly reduce risk of premature death from cardiovascular disease.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/15/EAT-Lancet-diet-reduces-death-risk-by-25-study-finds?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Long-term study alludes to artificial sweeteners and cognitive decline link

Results of a Spanish study corroborate the link between artificial sweeteners and impaired metabolism and oxidative stress, which can exacerbate cognitive decline (CD).

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/12/15/Long-term-study-alludes-to-artificial-sweeteners-and-cognitive-decline-link?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Can Germany hit its ambitious organic target? ‘Time is of the essence to restructure the food industry’

Germanyâs incoming 'traffic light' coalition government has said it aims to accelerate the shift to âsustainable agriculture and food systemsâ, including an elevated ambition to have 30% of land under organic cultivation by 2030. How can this be achieved?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/15/Can-Germany-hit-its-ambitious-organic-target-Time-is-of-the-essence-to-restructure-the-food-industry?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

The FoodNavigator Podcast: The great debate – GMO or organic?

Which agricultural production method, organic or GM, will ensure long term human and planetary health? The FoodNavigator Podcast investigates.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/News/Views/The-FoodNavigator-Podcast-The-great-debate-GMO-or-organic?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

WWF tracker sees ‘problematic plastic’ halved but urgent action needed to fix a 'complex, broken system'

A new report from World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has found that principal members in its ReSource: Plastic programme â including The Coca-Cola Co, McDonaldâs, Keurig Dr Pepper, Procter & Gamble and Starbucks â cut their use of âproblematic plasticâ by 57% between 2018 and 2020. However, the sector needs to move further and faster to a grip on the plastic problem.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/14/WWF-tracker-sees-problematic-plastic-halved-but-urgent-action-needed-to-fix-a-complex-broken-system?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Their numbers are growing but they are unserved by NPD‘: Beneo spots ‘huge potential‘ in the over 55s

Older consumers are a growing cohort -- though a pitiful number of new products specifically target them, itâs claimed. Supplier Beneo therefore sees âhuge potentialâ for its functional ingredients aimed at this group.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/14/Their-numbers-are-growing-but-they-are-unserved-by-NPD-Beneo-spots-huge-potential-in-the-over-55s?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Consumers like chicken fed with insects…until they’re told about it

Fresh research has investigated consumer preference for meat fed with alternative protein sources, such as insects and algae.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/14/Consumers-like-chicken-fed-with-insects-until-they-re-told-about-it?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Report says emissions of Europe’s 20 biggest meat and dairy companies exceed those of the Netherlands

The emissions of Europeâs 20 biggest meat and dairy corporations â including Danish Crown, NestlÃ, Danone, TÃnnies, FrieslandCampina and Coren â outstrip countries such as the Netherlands and Denmark, yet only three companies have committed to reduce their overall emissions from livestock, new research from the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) states.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/12/14/Report-says-emissions-of-Europe-s-20-biggest-meat-and-dairy-companies-exceed-those-of-the-Netherlands?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Creamy’ ingredient developed from plant seeds targets alt dairy: ‘Sunflower fat is highly similar to milk fat’

A Wageningen University spin-off is developing a plant-based fat ingredient from European-grown sunflower seeds, designed to boost alt dairyâs nutritional and sustainability profile, as well as mouthfeel.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/14/Time-Travelling-Milkman-makes-creamy-ingredient-from-sunflower-seeds?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cocoa butter proves successful addition in 3D printed meat alternative

Scientists have developed a new combination of plant-based ingredients â using cocoa butter â tailored for 3D printing meat alternatives.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/13/Cocoa-butter-proves-successful-addition-in-3D-printed-meat-alternative?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Love Hemp reveals jump in revenues as it hails ‘burgeoning CBD wellness sector’

The UK CBD brandâs revenues have almost doubled as it notes demand for the category growing rapidly.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/13/Love-Hemp-reveals-jump-in-revenues-as-it-hails-burgeoning-CBD-wellness-sector?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Valio researching future food production using cellular agriculture

Finnish dairy cooperative Valio and the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland are combining to launch a project to research what kinds of food industry raw materials could be produced using cellular agriculture.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/12/13/Valio-researching-future-food-production-using-cellular-agriculture?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What will kids be eating in 2022? Breakfast all day, global flavors, and noodles of all types

Figuring out what kids are craving while pushing them to try new types of food is a challenge for many families and households, notes Chartwell K12, which put together its list of top kid-approved food trends based on its specialized insights creating custom menus for schools.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/10/What-will-kids-be-eating-in-2022-Breakfast-all-day-global-flavors-and-noodles-of-all-types-to-dominate-kids-eating?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Are health claims a turn-off for consumers? 'Many manufacturers don't use health claims because they are not effective'

The wording of approved EU health claims is prescriptive and precise. The intention of the regulation is to protect consumers from unfounded or overblown statements. But it is also to inform. Are health claims doing their job?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/13/Are-health-claims-a-turn-off-for-consumers-Many-manufacturers-don-t-use-health-claims-because-they-are-not-effective?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From choc orange mayo to non-alcoholic bubbly

In this weekâs new product development tracker, FoodNavigator profiles a mash-up between Heinz mayonnaise and Terryâs Chocolate Orange, as well as a plant-based âmilk-alikeâ chocolate out of Belgium. Other new offerings include a Millionaireâs Shortbread Baking Kit and non-alcoholic bubbly. Scroll through the photo gallery for moreâ

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/13/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-choc-orange-mayo-to-non-alcoholic-bubbly?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

The FoodNavigator Podcast: The battle to save the banana

Bananas are not doomed, say experts. But their survival depends largely on retailers and consumers being prepared to pay more for their bananas, and the sector exploring different varieties.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/News/Business/The-FoodNavigator-Podcast-The-battle-to-save-the-banana?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Genetically modified cow-free casein developed in Europe: ‘Being GM makes it functional and affordable’

Dutch ingredients maker Fooditive Group is fermenting DNA-modified yeast to create casein proteins, but without the cow. Founder and CEO Moayad Abushokhedim tells FoodNavigator he hopes the ingredient will help reduce dependence on animal agriculture.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/10/Fooditive-develops-genetically-modified-cow-free-casein-in-Europe?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Danes prefer farmed salmon over wild-caught, blind tasting reveals

A blind taste test conducted in Denmark has revealed a local preference for farmed salmon over its wild-caught counterpart. At least, until the blindfold is liftedâ

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/10/Danes-prefer-farmed-salmon-over-wild-caught-blind-tasting-reveals?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From sea moss to edible flowers, Tastewise spotlights eight food trends for 2022

Food has taken on deeper meaning for many consumers serving as a connection to experience, community, and personalized health goals, noted Tastewise in its 2022 report, which uses AI to analyze over 1 million restaurants and delivery menus, 22 billion social interactions, and 4 million home recipes.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/08/From-sea-moss-to-edible-flowers-Tastewise-spotlights-eight-food-trends-for-2022?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

ORIVO and Imprint Analytics collaborate on seafood authenticity with multi-isotope fingerprinting tech

Food testing and authentication companies ORIVO and Imprint Analytics are teaming up to provide transparency to the seafood market through âhighly advanced chemical fingerprinting analysisâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/09/ORIVO-and-Imprint-Analytics-collaborate-on-seafood-authenticity-with-multi-isotope-fingerprinting-tech?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Making cultivated meat ‘bleed’ with red algae: ‘Even cell-based meat looks pale; it will need our solution’

New red microalgae discovered by Israeli start-up Yemoja adds âbloodyâ juiciness to plant-based burgers and steaks, as well as cultivated meat products.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/08/Yemoja-makes-cultivated-meat-bleed-with-red-algae?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

The biggest ingredient of future food: air?

Rising commodity prices put an onus on food and beverage manufacturers to exploit the opportunities presented by air as an ingredient in products, believes âfood futurologistâ Dr Morgaine Gaye.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/08/The-biggest-ingredient-of-future-food-air?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Nurturing small startups with big ideas: PepsiCo launches MENA edition of Greenhouse Accelerator

PepsiCo has expanded its green tech accelerator programme in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) to reach sustainable design innovators across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/12/08/Nurturing-small-startups-with-big-ideas-PepsiCo-launches-MENA-edition-of-Greenhouse-Accelerator?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Greenyard investments in innovation and digital to create ‘plant-based powerhouse’

European produce supplier Greenyard aims to ramp up innovation as it works to capitalise on growing demand for âhealthy, low processed, plant-based foodâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/08/Greenyard-investments-in-innovation-and-digital-to-create-plant-based-powerhouse?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Robots ‘ready to extend reach’ in food industry

Thereâs a strong case for the future growth of robots in food production in Europe, believes Dutch bank ING, as companies look to boost competitiveness, improve product quality and respond to rising labour costs.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/07/Robots-ready-to-extend-reach-in-food-industry?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Is indoor farming susceptible to greenwashing? ‘If you’re doing great things - prove it’

From vertical farming to greenhouses and plant factories, Controlled Environmental Agriculture could help address the global challenge to produce more food with less environmental impact. But a state-of-the-industry study reveals proponents are concerned overblown environmental claims could undermine the credibility of the sector.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/07/Is-indoor-farming-susceptible-to-greenwashing-If-you-re-doing-great-things-prove-it?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Allulose approval in Europe to be sought by new ingredients consortium

Ingredients companies have joined forces to help bring rare sugar allulose to the European and UK markets.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/07/Allulose-approval-in-Europe-to-be-sought-by-new-ingredients-consortium?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

CK Ingredients teams with Dutch developer to market novel protein that matches meat

Canadian branded ingredient supplier CK Ingredients has announced a partnership with a Dutch developer to commercialize a protein ingredient from a novel source.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Article/2021/12/06/CK-Ingredients-teams-with-Dutch-developer-to-market-novel-protein-that-matches-meat?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Appetite control: Fresh research pits prunes against excess calorie consumption

Researchers in the UK have examined the effects of prunes and raisins on appetite, and whether the latter undermines weight loss.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/07/Appetite-control-Fresh-research-pits-prunes-against-excess-calorie-consumption?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From peanut butter buttons to subscription juices

This weekâs launches take in buttons which take the indulgence of a spoonful of peanut butter and transform it into an on-the-go snack, and a subscription juice service to support healthy, clean and energetic lifestyles.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/06/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-peanut-butter-buttons-to-subscription-juices?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Food shortages and price inflation the perfect storm this Christmas?

With Christmas approaching, the UK is hearing a lot about expected shortages in supermarkets and food price inflation. But these concerns havenât dented shopper optimism - in the short-term at least.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/06/Food-shortages-and-price-inflation-the-perfect-storm-this-Christmas?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Shoppers eager to see accurate food labels to indicate animal welfare standards, poll claims

More than two thirds of the UK public want to see more information on their meat and dairy products about how the animals were reared, according to a poll commissioned by the charity Compassion in World Farming. But meat association BMPA says these labels currently lack practicability.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/06/Shoppers-eager-to-see-accurate-food-labels-to-indicate-animal-welfare-standards-poll-claims?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

FAIRR publishes fourth Protein Producer Index

New data published by the Coller FAIRR Protein Producer Index says despite pockets of leadership and innovation the animal agriculture sector is unprepared for the decade of transition on climate change and risks looking âoutdated and unattractive.â

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/12/06/FAIRR-publishes-fourth-Protein-Producer-Index?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

German start-up hatches chickenless egg from plants: ‘We’re laser-focused on matching egg’s versatility and taste’

A plant-based egg alternative made from fava beans has been developed by Germany-based Perfeggt for the European market. FoodNavigator asks co-founder and CEO Tanja Bogumil how the start-up managed to achieve an egg-like taste and texture.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/06/Perfeggt-German-start-up-hatches-chickenless-egg-from-plants?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Study suggests spicy breast milk as nature’s way of increasing taste tolerance

Pepper-containing foods can transfer into the mother's milk contributing to an increased tolerance at a later age, say researchers, who outline how dietary constituents are transferred from mother to baby.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/12/06/Study-suggests-spicy-breast-milk-as-nature-s-way-of-increasing-taste-tolerance?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cargill becomes ‘first’ oils supplier to commit to WHO trans-fat guidance globally: 'It is viable to proactively transition away from iTFAs, regardless of regulation'

Cargill claims to be the âfirstâ global edible oil supplier to commit to World Health Organization recommendations on trans-fatty acids across its entire fats and oils portfolio, including in countries where there is no legislative requirement to do so.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/06/Cargill-becomes-first-oils-supplier-to-commit-to-WHO-trans-fat-guidance-globally-It-is-viable-to-proactively-transition-away-from-iTFAs-re?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Scientists unlocking secret of phycocyanin instability for vivid blues

Food scientists from Cornell University have figured out what makes phycocyanin unstable â and now âhave the chance to stabilise itâ to produce âvividâ blue colours.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/03/Scientists-unlocking-secret-of-phycocyanin-instability-for-vivid-blues?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing: ‘Companies exploit the weakness of the system’

Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing is on the rise, according to a new report from Planet Tracker, a financial think-tank that wants to see the loopholes tightened.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/03/Illegal-unreported-and-unregulated-fishing-Companies-exploit-the-weakness-of-the-system?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'The novelty is waning': Can moving 'beyond mimicking' help avoid plant-based fatigue?

Most consumers are not interested in mimicking, ingredients supplier IFF says. People instead want more novel experiences from the meat alternatives category.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/03/The-novelty-is-waning-Can-moving-beyond-mimicking-help-avoid-plant-based-fatigue?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Fermenting brewers’ spent yeast into protein: ‘It’s the tastiest vegan protein in the world’

German start-up Saccha claims its alternative protein has the functionality of egg, but without the chicken.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/03/Saccha-Fermented-brewers-spent-yeast-protein-the-tastiest-vegan-protein-in-the-world?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

How Birds Eye UK has doubled sales in frozen food: 'The stars have aligned for the category'

Innovation, acquisitions and a focus on âhero productsâ that keep consumers coming back to more have allowed Birds Eye UK â part of Nomad Foods â to double in size since 2016. FoodNavigator caught up with General Manager Steve Challouma to learn more about how the company plans to build on this impressive growth trajectory.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/02/How-Birds-Eye-UK-has-doubled-sales-in-frozen-food-The-stars-have-aligned-for-the-category?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Protein made from microalgae fed with food waste comes to Europe

Singapore-based Sophieâs BioNutrients is setting up shop in Amsterdam to bring its sustainable microalgae protein to the European market.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/02/Sophie-s-BIoNutrients-Protein-made-from-microalgae-fed-with-food-waste-comes-to-Europe?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sugar in the time of COVID

Four in 10 consumers in Innova Market Insightsâ global Health and Nutrition Survey in 2020 claimed to have decreased their sugar consumption over the studied 12-month period, with prevention of health conditions the leading reason, followed by weight management and dental health.

Read more about it via https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2021/12/02/Sugar-in-the-time-of-COVID?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Lactalis Canada completes Kraft Heinz Grated Cheese business addition

Lactalis Canada Inc., a subsidiary of France-based Lactalis Group, is adding Kraft Heinz's Grated cheese business to its growing portfolio as part of the Group's US affiliate, after completing the acquisition of Kraft Heinz's Natural, Grated, Cultured and Specialty cheese businesses in the US and entire international cheese business outside North America.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/12/02/Lactalis-Canada-completes-Kraft-Heinz-Grated-Cheese-business-addition?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Study: Common food additive found to disturb beneficial bacteria in the gut

Carboxymethylcellulose, a widely-used emulsifying and thickening food additive ingredient, can alter the intestinal environment of gut microbiome, disturbing levels of beneficial bacteria, suggests new clinical research.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/12/01/Study-Common-food-additive-found-to-disturb-beneficial-bacteria-in-the-gut?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

How Birds Eye UK has doubled in size: 'The stars have aligned for the category'

Innovation, acquisitions and a focus on âhero productsâ that keep consumers coming back to more has allowed Birds Eye UK â part of Nomad Foods â to double in size since 2016. FoodNavigator caught up with General Manager Steve Challouma to learn more about how the company plans to build on this impressive growth trajectory.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/02/How-Birds-Eye-UK-has-doubled-in-size-The-stars-have-aligned-for-the-category?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Scientists unveil environmentally friendly ‘jelly ice cube’ set to transform food storage and shipping

Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have developed a new type of cooling cube that they claim could revolutionize how food is kept cold and shipped fresh without relying on ice or traditional cooling packs.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/02/Scientists-unveil-environmentally-friendly-jelly-ice-cube-set-to-transform-food-storage-and-shipping?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Why pollution is the next big food and beverage opportunity

Soil health and pollutant-free ingredients are now must-have environmental and health credentials that food and drink manufacturers should embrace, believes Mandy Saven, Director of Consumer Lifestyle at trends intelligence agency Stylus.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/02/Why-pollution-is-the-next-big-food-and-beverage-opportunity?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Protein made from microalgae fed with food waste comes to Europe

Singapore-based Sophieâs BioNutrients is setting up shop in Amsterdam to bring its sustainable microalgae protein to the European market.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/02/Protein-made-from-microalgae-fed-with-food-waste-comes-to-Europe?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Fears mount for split labelling systems in Europe as Italy launches ‘frontal assault’ on Nutri-Score

The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) has announced an investigation into five companies using the Nutri-Score front-of-pack labelling scheme, raising suggestions different systems may eventually be deployed in different parts of the EU.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/01/Fears-mount-for-split-labelling-systems-in-Europe-as-Italy-launches-frontal-assault-on-Nutri-Score?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Fatty acid in palm oil associated with spread of cancerous cells

New research has identified a link between the spread of mouth and skin cancer in mice and the consumption of palmitic acid.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/01/Fatty-acid-in-palm-oil-associated-with-spread-of-cancerous-cells?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Hygiene & cleaning: how to tackle sweeping changes

Pandemic-related disruption has had mixed effects on food and drink manufacturersâ hygiene and cleaning regimes.

Read more about it via https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2021/12/01/Keeping-food-factories-clean-in-tough-times?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘We all need to step up our efforts to make food systems more sustainable’: How is the EC supporting sustainable food?

The European Commission has outlined its ambition to transition towards more sustainable food systems through its headline Farm to Fork and Green Deal policies. But how will this translate to concrete action? Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski weighs in.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/01/We-all-need-to-step-up-our-efforts-to-make-food-systems-more-sustainable-How-is-the-EC-supporting-sustainable-food?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'Join us': OFI ramps up efforts to eliminate child labour in Turkish hazelnut supply chain

Olam Food Ingredients (OFI) is looking for partners to scale efforts in tackling poor labour conditions â including child workers and miserable wages â in hazelnut communities in Turkey.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/12/01/OFI-ramps-up-efforts-to-eliminate-child-labour-in-Turkish-hazelnut-supply-chain?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cost-efficient scaffolding tech developed for cultivated meat at scale

Estonian start-up Gelatex says affordable and scalable cell-cultured meat could âsoon turn into realityâ thanks to its innovative scaffolding technology.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/12/01/Gelatex-Cost-efficient-scaffolding-tech-developed-for-cultivated-meat-at-scale?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Health-giving’ fish waste offers food formulators cost and sustainability benefits

Fish farming by-products have the potential to increase the sustainability of aquaculture, and contribute to sectors such as food ingredients, diet supplements, animal feed and food packaging, according to a new study.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/30/Health-giving-fish-waste-offers-food-formulators-cost-and-sustainability-benefits?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

BENEO’s multi-million investment in chicory root fibre

Functional ingredient manufacturer BENEO has unveiled a multi-million euro investment programme to increase production capacity for chicory root fibre, an ingredient it insists will play a âcentral roleâ in future nutrition.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/30/BENEO-s-multi-million-investment-in-chicory-root-fibre?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From taste to affordability: How can food businesses attract more consumers to plant-based?

Plant-based analogue categories are trending, but manufacturers are far from taking a majority market share. From organoleptic profile to appearance and accessibility, FoodNavigator asks industry experts where the âbig winsâ are in attracting more consumers to meat-free.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/30/From-taste-to-affordability-How-can-food-businesses-attract-more-consumers-to-plant-based?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

FrieslandCampina launches its first plant-based pea and fava protein ingredients

Dairy ingredient supplier FrieslandCampina Ingredients, in partnership with AGT Foods, has entered the plant-based protein market with the launch of pea and fava bean isolates.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/11/29/FrieslandCampina-launches-its-first-plant-based-pea-and-fava-protein-ingredients?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Gen Z demand overhaul of food system to protect the planet

New research reveals young people aged 18-24 think the global food system is in crisis, and only getting worse â with two-thirds believing that the current food system is destroying the planet.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/30/Gen-Z-demand-overhaul-of-food-system-to-protect-the-planet?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Plant-based problem? Vegans and vegetarians with taste for processed products more susceptible to depression - study

New research has found that vegan and vegetarians with a taste for processed foods are more susceptible to depression than those with diets high in fresh produce.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2021/11/30/Plant-based-problem-Vegans-and-vegetarians-with-taste-for-processed-products-more-susceptible-to-depression-study?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sustainability claims: Cargill highlights rising importance of sustainable palm oil on the back of Malaysian investment

Food ingredients giant Cargill has stressed the rising importance of sustainability claims, especially around palm oil, as it detailed how its latest investment in Malaysia can help manufacturers meet the latest consumer demands.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2021/11/30/Sustainability-claims-Cargill-highlights-rising-importance-of-sustainable-palm-oil-on-the-back-of-Malaysian-investment?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

JBS to bring cultivated meat to market by 2024 with BioTech Foods deal

Meat major JBS has said that it expects to bring cultivated meat to the European market by 2024 after acquiring control of Spanish start-up BioTech Foods,

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/29/JBS-to-bring-cultivated-meat-to-market-by-2024-with-BioTech-Foods-deal?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Food prices in Germany ‘set to rise’ after new coalition promises shift to sustainable food systems

Food will become more expensive in Germany, it has been warned, after the new coalition government announced measures aiming to accelerate a shift to âsustainable agriculture and food systemsâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/29/Food-prices-in-Germany-set-to-rise-after-new-coalition-promises-shift-to-sustainable-food-systems?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

EXBERRY Coloring Foods supplier GNT unveils Power of Color research

GNT has launched research it says empowers food and beverage brands to devise tailor-made solutions for the modern market.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/11/29/EXBERRY-Coloring-Foods-supplier-GNT-unveils-Power-of-Color-research?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From vegan Lindt to cocktails in a can

Whatâs trending in new product development? FoodNavigator looks at alt Camembert from plant-based cheesemaker Violife, Lindt & Sprungliâs vegan chocolate bars, cocktails in a can and moreâ

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/29/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-vegan-Lindt-to-cocktails-in-a-can?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Don’t discriminate’: Indonesian palm oil sector urges EU to play fair with environmental ‘Due Diligence’ system

The Indonesian palm oil sector has urged the European Union to ensure that its final regulatory approach to imported commodities does not discriminate against palm oil, warning that efforts to replace it as an ingredient could lead to even âbigger problemsâ for the environment in the long run.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2021/11/29/Don-t-discriminate-Indonesian-palm-oil-sector-urges-EU-to-play-fair-with-environmental-Due-Diligence-system?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Paper-based punnets deliver ‘breakthrough in packaging sustainability’ claims manufacturer

Packaging manufacturer Westpak has unveiled a series of new punnets and tray designs which it claims deliver a manufacturing breakthrough in packaging sustainability and offer grocery retailers and their suppliers a set of commercially viable paper-based alternative to plastic punnets.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/26/Paper-based-punnets-deliver-breakthrough-in-packaging-sustainability-claims-manufacturer?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Rainforest Alliance, CABI tie-up helps smallholders reduce chemical pesticide use in food production

An MoU has been signed between agricultural knowledge resource CABI and NGO Rainforest Alliance to help smallholders improve farming practices.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/26/Rainforest-Alliance-CABI-tie-up-helps-smallholders-reduce-chemical-pesticide-use-in-food-production?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Herbs and spices authenticity scrutinised in Europe: ‘These supply chains are amongst the most vulnerable to fraud’

The European Commission has published results of the first ever EU-wide survey into herbs and spices authenticity, focusing on pepper, cumin, turmeric, saffron, and paprika.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/26/Herbs-and-spices-authenticity-scrutinised-in-Europe-These-supply-chains-are-amongst-the-most-vulnerable-to-fraud?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Rising interest in proactive nutrition’: Report underscores the power of protein fortification in unlocking price premiumisation

Kerryâs survey of more than 6,300 consumers in 12 countries across the globe found that 75% of respondents are happy to pay a higher price for snacks and treats fortified with protein.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/11/26/Rising-interest-in-proactive-nutrition-Report-underscores-the-power-of-protein-fortification-in-unlocking-price-premiumisation?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Is a baguette better than sliced bread? French survey reveals perceptions of bakery staple

A survey analysing consumer attitudes towards bread products has been conducted in France on behalf of the Federation of Bakeries and Patisseries (FEB).

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/25/Is-a-baguette-better-than-sliced-bread-French-survey-reveals-perceptions-of-bakery-staple?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Does fighting food waste sell? ‘We’re only going to change the system if the consumer buys into it’

The number of companies working to upcycle or prevent food waste is expanding, suggesting a potential for profit. Is tackling food waste a concept consumers are buying into?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/25/Does-fighting-food-waste-sell-We-re-only-going-to-change-the-system-if-the-consumer-buys-into-it?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Arla milk fractionation breakthrough promises ‘infinite innovation possibilities’

Dairy supplier Arla claims ârevolutionaryâ new technology to separate milk into its different protein components opens the door to âinfinite innovation possibilitiesâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/25/Arla-milk-fractionation-breakthrough-promises-infinite-innovation-possibilities?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Salt content of plant-based meat products ‘unnecessarily high’

Plant-based meat boasts fewer calories, saturated fat and more fibre, but research is cautioning about what it calls excessive salt levels found in meat alternatives.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/25/Salt-content-of-plant-based-meat-products-unnecessarily-high?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Frozen food has 'once in a lifetime opportunity'

The frozen food industry has a âonce in a lifetimeâ opportunity to grow sales and help cut carbon emissions according to Ian Stone, president and chair of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF).

Read more about it via https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Sectors/Frozen/What-is-the-future-for-frozen-food?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

European labelling systems added to sustainability database

HowGoodâs Latis ​database, which can rapidly verify the impact of more than 33,000 ingredients and products against 127 key environmental and social impact metrics, has added the EUâs Nutri-Score and French Eco-Score labelling systems into its metrics to boost its efforts to improve transparency in the food industry.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/24/European-labelling-systems-added-to-sustainability-database?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Meat consumption dips across Europe, with ‘trend setter’ Denmark at ‘back end of the pack’

Close to half of Europeans report they eat less meat today than this time last year, with Denmark âfinishing lastâ in the meat reduction ranking. âI expected a bit more from Denmark,â says Professor Armando Perez-Cueto from the University of Copenhagenâs Department of Food Science.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/24/Meat-consumption-dips-across-Europe-with-trend-setter-Denmark-at-back-end-of-the-pack?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Dutch company unveils gold chlorella to tackle green algae colour challenge

Algae can make your foods healthier â but no one wants green muesli bars, buns and meat alternatives, says algae producer Duplaco.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/24/Dutch-company-unveils-gold-chlorella-to-tackle-green-algae-colour-challenge?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

France accused of backing Nutri-Score to benefit its ‘big conglomerates’ in food

In a dialogue between scientists, MEPs and citizens, the French Government is accused of acting in self-interest by supporting front-of-pack nutrition label Nutri-Score. âItâs no secret,â says Spanish MEP Adrian Vasquez Lazara. âI hope the European Commission does not fall into the trap.â

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/24/France-accused-of-backing-Nutri-Score-to-benefit-its-big-conglomerates-in-food?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

FODMAP diets and IBS: Distinct microbiome profile among people who see the biggest benefits

People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who see the biggest benefits of adhering to a low FODMAP diet, which restricts intake of fermentable carbs, have a distinct gut bacterial profile, new research has revealed.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-asia.com/Article/2021/11/24/FODMAP-diets-and-IBS-Distinct-microbiome-profile-among-people-who-see-the-biggest-benefits?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Banana sector ‘ripe for innovation’ amid price wars and disease threat

Exploiting wild banana varieties may yield a solution to the so-called banana pandemic and provide consumers with new tastes and eating occasions.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/23/Banana-sector-ripe-for-innovation-amid-price-wars-and-disease-threat?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Updating the true cost of food waste in the UK

Supply chain specialist Balloon One racked up the cost of the UK supply chainâs food waste problem â and came up with some shocking results.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/11/23/Updating-the-true-cost-of-food-waste-in-the-UK?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Supermarkets call for extension on new HFSS laws: ‘This tight timeframe will add considerable cost and burden’

In the UK, supermarket retailers are concerned the new proposed deadline of October 2022 for incoming HFSS legislation does not give them enough time to get their houses in order.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/23/Supermarkets-call-for-extension-on-new-HFSS-laws-This-tight-timeframe-will-add-considerable-cost-and-burden?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Givaudan brings development capabilities to customers with new Nordic Experience Centre in Sweden

The Swiss flavours and fragrances company has expanded its presence in the Nordics with its new Nordic Experience Centre in Sweden.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/23/Givaudan-opens-first-product-development-facility-in-the-Nordics?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Rice bran compound could prevent respiratory viral infections

The first pilot clinical study to investigate Biobran MGN-3âs efficacy in preventing respiratory viral infections has yielded âencouraging resultsâ.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/11/23/Rice-bran-compound-could-prevent-respiratory-viral-infections?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From hemp-based alt meat to pistachio milk

This weekâs launches take in a meat alternative made from hemp, a range of pistachio milks hoping to bring âgastronomic allureâ to the plant drink category and a giant half-kilo Ferrero Rocher.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/22/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-hemp-based-alt-meat-to-pistachio-milk?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Food packaging: Organic recycling hailed ‘the most sustainable solution’ for the future

How can industry achieve a circular bioeconomy in food packaging? The solution lies in valorising waste into packaging products that can later be biodegraded back into soil, according to Professor Jose Lagaron from the Spanish Council for Scientific Research.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/22/Food-packaging-Organic-recycling-hailed-the-most-sustainable-solution-for-the-future?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘There’s no second chance to make a first impression': Givaudan on how to enable alt meat’s ‘final push’ into the mainstream

Meat alternatives are moving in the right direction on taste, texture and affordability, according to the flavour and fragrance giant. But manufacturers still need to bridge a gap to everyday consumers in order to reap the rewards of the mass market, it says.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/22/There-s-no-second-chance-to-make-a-first-impression-Givaudan-on-how-to-enable-alt-meat-s-final-push-into-the-mainstream?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Starbucks and Arla talk low carbon dairy tie-up: ‘Partnership is integral to sustainable food production’

International coffee chain Starbucks and dairy supplier Arla are partnering to reduce the carbon footprint of dairy. FoodNavigator hears more on why this kind of collaboration is vital to a sustainable future for food.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/22/Starbucks-and-Arla-talk-low-carbon-dairy-tie-up-Partnership-is-integral-to-sustainable-food-production?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Unilever sells tea business: An ‘important first step’ in portfolio rationalisation?

Unilever is selling its developed markets tea business for â4.5bn, more than a year after the company launched a strategic review of the unit. According to some industry pundits, the deal represents âan important first stepâ in portfolio rationalisation. But are more food divestitures on the cards?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/19/Unilever-sells-tea-business-An-important-first-step-in-portfolio-rationalisation?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Bringing fruit and veg QC into the ‘digital age’: ‘We want to be the golden standard for fresh produce quality control’

Israeli start-up Clarifruit wants to swap out âsubjective, inconsistent, and slowâ manual quality control processes in the fresh produce supply chain for an AI-powered digital alternative.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/19/Bringing-fruit-and-veg-QC-into-the-digital-age-We-want-to-be-the-golden-standard-for-fresh-produce-quality-control?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

New EU rules for deforestation-free products: Companies will be ‘monitored and held accountable’

The European Parliament has said companies supplying products that risk contributing to deforestation will be âmonitored and held accountableâ through new due diligence regulations. But farming groups have raised concerns that the new regulation might not be WTO-compliant.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/19/New-EU-rules-for-deforestation-free-products-Companies-will-be-monitored-and-held-accountable?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Prebiotics in focus, from GOS to resistant starch: ‘After we get through this protein craze, there will be a push to get more fiber’

Prebiotics, defined by ISAPP* as âa substrate that is selectively utilized by host microorganisms conferring a health benefit,â are finally starting to gain traction in food & beverage as more brands from Chobani and Luna to Olipop and Rebbl explicitly reference the term âprebioticâ on labels, says Kara Landau, who has built a brand dedicated to microbiome health (Uplift: Good Mood Food). But brands that want to tap into this opportunity should do their homework, she cautions.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/11/18/Prebiotics-in-focus-from-GOS-to-resistant-starch-After-we-get-through-this-protein-craze-there-will-be-a-push-to-get-more-fiber?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Coffee and tea drinking associated with reduced rates of stroke and dementia

Drinking coffee or tea may be associated with a lower risk of stroke and dementia, according to a study.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/18/Coffee-and-tea-drinking-associated-with-reduced-rates-of-stroke-and-dementia?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Imagindairy targets 2023 launch for animal-free dairy after successful funding round

Israeli food tech company Imagindairy expects to launch its animal-free milk proteins by 2023 having completed a US$13m seed funding round.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/18/Imagindairy-targets-2023-launch-for-animal-free-dairy-after-successful-funding-round?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Aqua Cultured Foods jumps the pond to develop alt seafood in Switzerland

Fermentation-derived alt seafood maker Aqua Cultured Foods has cemented across-the-pond ambitions via a Proof of Concept (PoC) agreement with Switzerlandâs largest retailer Migros.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/18/Aqua-Cultured-Foods-jumps-the-pond-to-develop-alt-seafood-in-Switzerland?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Jump in childhood obesity highlights UK health inequalities: ‘Childhood obesity is strongly associated with low incomes’

Obesity rates in UK primary school children saw their âhighest annual riseâ in 2020-21 with children living in âthe most deprived areasâ more than twice as likely to be obese than those in more affluent locals.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/18/Jump-in-childhood-obesity-highlights-UK-health-inequalities-Childhood-obesity-is-strongly-associated-with-low-incomes?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Danone to spend €43m to switch dairy factory to plant-based to meet demand

Danone is investing a total of â67m ($76m) in four of its French production sites.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2021/11/18/Danone-to-spend-43m-to-switch-dairy-factory-to-plant-based-to-meet-demand?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Qina partners Blendhub to develop sustainable personalised nutrition solutions

The personalised nutrition experts at Qina are to collaborate with the Spanish food production network Blendhub to develop sustainable, personalised foods for companies around the globe.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/11/18/Qina-partners-Blendhub-to-develop-sustainable-personalised-nutrition-solutions?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Alt protein: Israeli start-ups innovate with grasshoppers, fermentation, and ‘plant made’ meat

From ingredients to finished products, start-ups are innovating to produce the next hottest products in the alternative ingredient space. FoodNavigator hears from three making a splash in Israelâs food tech scene.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/17/Alt-protein-Israeli-start-ups-innovate-with-grasshoppers-fermentation-and-plant-made-meat?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Our main competition is birds, not plant-based’: Next Gen Foods on expanding alt. chicken brand TiNDLE in Europe

Food tech company Next Gen Foods has set its sights on rapid international growth. As the company enters Europe, CEO and co-founder Andre Menezes tells FoodNavigator that the groupâs ambition isnât just to become a leading plant-based brand globally. It wants to take a bite out of poultry sales.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/17/Our-main-competition-is-birds-not-plant-based-Next-Gen-Foods-on-expanding-alt.-chicken-brand-TiNDLE-in-Europe?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Danone sells Danish water and beverage business Aqua d’Or to Royal Unibrew

Danone has agreed to sell its Danish water and beverage business, Aqua dâOr, to Royal Unibrew, a Denmark-based brewing and beverage company.

Read more about it via https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2021/11/17/Danone-sells-Danish-water-and-beverage-business-Aqua-d-Or-to-Royal-Unibrew?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Industry insights from NIZO: Selecting the best food ingredients for immune health benefits

How can in vitro and clinical testing help manufacturers select and produce the best ingredients to support and maintain better immune health?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/17/Industry-insights-from-NIZO-Selecting-the-best-food-ingredients-for-immune-health-benefits?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From sugar reduction to better-for-you indulgence: What’s trending in child-to-teen snacking?

In a post-pandemic world, snacks are moving beyond their discretionary roles, according to consumer trend forecaster WGSN, to serve a ânew purpose as functional sustenanceâ throughout the day. How are brands innovating with health front-of-mind?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/17/From-sugar-reduction-to-better-for-you-indulgence-What-s-trending-in-child-to-teen-snacking?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'Healthwashing’ in snacks: ‘We need to protect and educate the public’

Demand for healthy snacks is increasing â and as it does the number of products trying to claim a health halo is also on the rise. But what happens when the nutrition doesnât live up to claims being made?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/17/Healthwashing-in-snacks-We-need-to-protect-and-educate-the-public?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

New milk category blends dairy and plant-based for the mainstream: ‘It’s a source of calcium and protein, with less sugar than cow’s milk’

In France, a new dairy category has entered the market: a blend of 50% cowâs milk and 50% plant-based ingredients. FoodNavigator investigates.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/News/Market-Trends/New-milk-category-blends-dairy-and-plant-based-for-the-mainstream-It-s-a-source-of-calcium-and-protein-with-less-sugar-than-cow-s-milk?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Food safety regulators must respond to the threat of climate change: FSA

The food system is exposed to increased food safety risks from climate change â a danger regulators must be mindful of, UK Food Safety Agency Chair Professor Susan Jebb suggests. Authorities also need to help the sector mitigate the contribution it currently makes to global heating by nurturing an environment that is supportive of innovation, she believes.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/16/Food-safety-regulators-must-respond-to-the-threat-of-climate-change-FSA?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Kerry targets global popularity of white bread to close the fibre gap

Kerry Taste & Nutrition has developed a naturally sourced soluble dietary fibre ingredient â designed for use in the manufacture of white bread products â that ticks a number of boxes, including the nutritional and functional advantages of gum acacia, ease of application and noteworthy sustainability benefits.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/11/16/Kerry-targets-global-popularity-of-white-bread-to-close-the-fibre-gap?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What do flexitarian consumers want? Plant-based innovation opportunities revealed

A pan-European study shows âboomingâ interest in plant-based products. But barriers to consumption remain with improved health and taste alongside availability and affordability coming out as flexitarian consumersâ top asks.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/16/What-do-flexitarian-consumers-want-Plant-based-innovation-opportunities-revealed?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Chr. Hansen converts lactose into glucose to reduce added sugar content in dairy

Chr. Hansen is leveraging fermentation technology to enhance the perception of sweetness in yogurt products.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/16/Chr.-Hansen-converts-lactose-into-glucose-to-reduce-added-sugar-content-in-dairy?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From Viocreme to Quorn's alt ham and beef roasts

What new products are hitting shelves across Europe and the UK? In this edition of our NPD Trend Tracker, we look at pancakes for weaning-age kids, Quornâs new alternatives to beef and ham roasts, a plant-based cream from Violife and moreâ

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/15/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-Viocreme-to-Quorn-s-alt-ham-and-beef-roasts?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Study: Diet rich in fermented foods can increase gut microbiome diversity and immune response

A diet rich in fermented foods such as kimchi, cottage cheese, and kefir can enhance the diversity of gut microbes and reduce molecur signs of inflammation, say researchers at the Stanford School of Medicine.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/11/15/Study-Diet-rich-in-fermented-foods-can-increase-gut-microbiome-diversity-and-immune-response?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From 'Fitbits for cows' to DNA testing and certification: How is the meat sector innovating to improve animal welfare?

In the UK, beef cattle are wearing âFitbits for cowsâ, in Germany, an independent certification scheme is improving animal welfare for pork and poultry, and in Bulgaria, Big Data is serving to differentiate local products from imported competition. FoodNavigator looks at animal welfare innovation in Europe and the UK.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/15/Animal-welfare-Meat-sector-taps-big-data-traceability-and-certification-to-improve-standards?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

LEROMA: ‘We are a matchmaking platform connecting surplus raw materials with customers’

German start-up LEROMA wants to confront the economic and ecological damage caused by food waste by linking surplus raw materials with markets.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/15/LEROMA-We-are-a-matchmaking-platform-connecting-surplus-raw-materials-with-customers?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

EFSA examines the science behind nutrient profiling

EFSA has opened a public dialog on front-of-pack nutritional labelling and health claims as it works to finalise the scientific advice that will help decision makers develop an EU-wide scheme.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/15/EFSA-examines-the-science-behind-nutrient-profiling?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sustainable, ‘boring’ protein, made to order: The Protein Brewery looks to US market with fermented fungi protein

When it comes to proteins, says Christian Koolloos, chief business development officer at Dutch startup The Protein Brewery, the blander the better: âFermotein [his firmâs fermented fungi protein] is extremely boring in its profile with no strong taste, odor or color. You can use it in everything from meat alternatives to cookies and you donât have to mask the taste.â

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/11/14/Sustainable-boring-protein-made-to-order-The-Protein-Brewery-looks-to-US-market-with-fermented-fungi-protein?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Nutrient dense foods will have a ‘growing influence’ on innovation

Nutrient density will exert a âgrowing influenceâ on food marketing and product development over the next five years, according to food and nutrition consultancy New Nutrition Business.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/12/Nutrient-dense-foods-will-have-a-growing-influence-on-innovation?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Food recalls are on the rise: What can reverse this 'worrying' trend?

The number of food recalls in Europe has increased as the food industry grappled with COVID-19, supply chain challenges and trade disruption. We hear from Tom Russell, managing director of The Food Incubator, about why focus on food safety is required.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/12/Food-recalls-are-on-the-rise-What-can-reverse-this-worrying-trend?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From grass- and grain- to chocolate fed: Who was named the world’s best steak?

From grass- and grain-fed beef to a more unconventional chocolate diet, hereâs how the winners of the 2021 World Steak Challenge (WSC) made the cut.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/11/From-grass-and-grain-to-chocolate-fed-Who-was-named-the-world-s-best-steak?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sustainable diets ‘a third cheaper than typical foods’ claims research

So-called sustainable âflexitarianâ or âplanetaryâ diets can prove significant cheaper than typical foods, according to âsurprisingâ study.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/News/Science/Sustainable-diets-a-third-cheaper-than-typical-foods-claims-research?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Study charts impact of ultra-processed foods: Diet-related disease and climate change ‘share an underlying driver’

Increased consumption of ultra-processed foods has been linked to higher greenhouse gas emissions by a new study charting 30 years of dietary change.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/11/11/Study-charts-impact-of-ultra-processed-foods-Diet-related-disease-and-climate-change-share-an-underlying-driver?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS