It's January - meaning the spotlight is well and truly on the low and no alcohol category. The latest data from IWSR sets the scene and pinpoints where future growth is most likely to come from.
A probiotic kefir shot developed by the personalised nutrition scientists at Zoe has been hailed “a big step forward for the gut-health macro trend”, with industry pundits applauding the science-first product development approach.
Producing the right food in space is difficult, given the particular nutritional needs of astronauts and the difficulty of growing anything in the final frontier. Luckily, researchers have developed the ‘perfect meal’ for male astronauts: a vegetarian...
Finnish biotech start-up Enifer will open its first factory in order to develop its mycoprotein ingredient, following its receiving of €12m in funding. To develop these ingredients, it will use PEKILO fermentation, a process developed in the 1970s by...
The Paris-based foodtech company, in which dairy major Bel Group is an investor, will use the funding to scale-up the production of casein through precision fermentation.
Industrial filtration specialist Pall Corporation tells AgTechNavigator why it wants to help the brewing industry transition to more sustainable manufacturing processes by avoiding the use of diatomaceous earth.
The French consumer affairs authority criticized butter producers’ and manufacturers’ lack of regulatory knowledge after an investigation showed ‘anomalies’ in the quality of some butters.
European producers in 2024 will focus on informing consumers about processed and ultra-processed foods and drinks, potentially lowering content in formulations to encourage plant-based meat or dairy alternatives uptake.
Lower income families often tend to have poorer outcomes when it comes dietary nutrition and obesity. A study of a low-income area in Birmingham, UK explored potential barriers to eating well.
Ahead of the European elections in June 2024, The European Liaison Committee for Agricultural and Agrifood Trade (CELCAA) calls for better integration of agrifood trade interests in EU policy.
European supermarket giant Carrefour has stopped selling PepsiCo products in France, Belgium, Italy and Spain: citing 'unacceptable' price increases from the American drinks and snacks giant.
The spark for biotech company Helaina hit founder Laura Katz on the New York City subway as she was listening to a podcast about black-market breast milk.
Agrifood research recognises Europe’s efforts to boost supply chain traceability with robust regulations and technological advancements, yet more can be done to enhance its capabilities.
As we leave behind a troublesome 2023, we reflect on some of the unforeseen challenges faced by ingredients companies. From supply chain disruptions to cost-of-living pressures, how have suppliers changed tact to meet manufacturers’ demands?
January is a time where many people abstain from indulgent things, from alcohol to chocolate. Meat and dairy, increasingly linked to climate change and animal suffering, are other products those taking part in 'Veganuary' also abstain from at...
From gut health to a healthier planet, ingredient firm Prinova is hoping to use its latest megatrends report to showcase the opportunities available to leverage its ingredient portfolio, vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and other in-house...
‘Health at a Glance’, a new report from the OECD, has revealed the UK and Ireland consume the most fruit and vegetables out of 30 countries assessed. However, there has been a slight reduction in overall fruit and vegetable consumption since it was last...
Lactalis, the global dairy giant, has inaugurated the “largest solar thermal power plant in France” allowing it to cut CO2 emissions by 2,000 tons per year.
Crop diversification is an important part of achieving nutrition security; the risks of reliance on a single crop are immense. Sub-Saharan Africa, suggests a new study in Nature Food, must diversify its crops to achieve food security by mid-century.
Intensifying criticism of ultra-processed foods without nuanced consideration of their nutrition could unfairly tar some plant-based meats and milks that “compare well with their animal-based counterparts,” which may be viewed more favorably because they...
The feed additive, which can reduce enteric methane emissions from dairy cows by 30% on average, has received market authorization and will be available in England, Wales and Scotland from early 2024.
The duo’s latest white paper, “10 Alternative Protein Pathways: Opportunities for Greater Efficiency”, provides insights into how the sector can make plant-based products more affordable and sustainable.
Regulatory compliance can be one of the most time-consuming and cost-intensive parts of running any business, and the food industry, with its myriad complex supply chains and novel products, is no different. Technology, however, can streamline this process.
Caffeine increases countermovement jump (CMJ), reactive strength index (RSI) and handgrip in semi-professional women’s volleyball players, a new study has concluded.
Spurred on by a drive to pursue positive impact and leave the corporate world, four founders came together to launch their Mediterranean cacao-free chocolate brand.
What food and drink trends have been predicted for 2024? We catch up with ingredients suppliers ADM, Arla Foods Ingredients, and Prinova Europe to ask how they’re preparing for the year ahead.
The UK Government, in its recent National Vision for Engineering Biology policy paper, cemented its backing for the alternative protein sector. While many challenges remain, such as the lack of infrastructure to realise their development, the government...
A plant-based diet may have the potential to lower the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) during pregnancy, according to researchers in Fujian Province, China.
A novel technology is being developed by biotech company Ginkgo Bioworks and Midwest dairy co-operative Foremost Farms USA to make the upcycling of dairy co-products such as whey and lactose more efficient and sustainable.
Private-label food and beverage brands will need to move beyond following name brands if they are to retain market share and become market leaders, Todd Maute, partner at brand and design firm CBX, told FoodNavigator-USA.
Consumer confusion over how best to reduce sugar in one’s diet persists. Are they still looking for ‘zero added sugar’ in sweet drinks? Regulatory and ingredients experts weigh in.
As we move into 2024, we’ll continue to bring you the latest in new product development across Europe, and occasionally from further afield. In this edition of our NPD Trend Tracker for example, we cover Nestlé’s recent launch of Maggi Soya Chunks in...
As the Asia Pacific food and beverage steadily moves out of the shadow of the pandemic, geopolitical instability and inflationary pressures – we believe that these three emerging categories will come into their own in 2024.