Plant-based food: what about taste?
The rise of alternative diets, from flexitarianism to veganism, is prompting manufacturers to respond to increasingly sophisticated and diverse consumer demand.
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The rise of alternative diets, from flexitarianism to veganism, is prompting manufacturers to respond to increasingly sophisticated and diverse consumer demand.
Read our exclusive white paper, “Plant-based Proteins for Active Nutrition,” to explore how plant-based proteins have increased in importance amongst active consumers who are seeking nutritional alternatives to animal proteins.
Are you finding it challenging to develop a Plant-Based Yoghurt that matches the characteristics of real dairy? Specifically designed for product developers, join our technical experts for a 30-minute webinar on October 17 at 10:00 CEST and learn how...
The global market for chicken is expanding rapidly, projected to hit $207.6B by 2027. Nimble adaptation and world-leading innovation are more critical than ever. Companies must also overcome daily supply and quality issues that hold them back if they...
Future Food-Tech’s European summit returns to London on October 2-3, to dig into the latest trends, innovations and obstacles shaping the future of food.
The future of protein is now! Discover how blended plant + meat solutions deliver the protein diversity consumers are hungry for.
If you’ve been trying to decide between the consumer appeal of a natural solution and the efficacy of a conventional preservative, there's good news. Natural preservation solutions now make it possible to have your kielbasa and eat it too.
Download the Protein Solutions brochure and embark on a journey of culinary inspiration!
The rising cost of meat has become a significant concern for consumers worldwide, leading many to reconsider their dietary choices.
In today's competitive market, catching consumers' eyes is paramount.
Crafting delectable dairy-free cheese just got easier with yeast protein AngeoPro, Angel’s sustainably sourced natural vegan protein.
How innovative new protein foods can reaccelerate plant-based growth. Dive into the forefront of plant-based innovation with our detailed analysis and seize the opportunity in this flourishing market as it enters a pivotal phase amidst growing consumer...
Today’s consumers demand authentic, great-tasting savory dishes and unforgettable flavor experiences.
Discover what consumers say about sustainability claims versus what they do in the grocery aisle.
Are you ready to discover the five trends shaping culinary innovation?
Sauces make a meal, right? Sounds like a fluffy one-liner?
Our protein expertise fueled the development of solutions for extrusion.
Consumer increasing demand for high-protein nutrition creates significant taste challenges for manufacturers.
ADM is expanding our world-class textured pea protein portfolio with our newest solutions, AccelFlex™ TS P80 and AccelFlex™ TS P65. Both feature a clean, neutral taste, and light color while also providing high functionality, quality nutrition, and...
Today’s consumers are increasingly taking a proactive approach to their health and wellness, seeking expanded protein choices to diversify their diets. ADM’s wide-ranging portfolio of ingredients can help you create plant-based meat alternatives that...
Nowadays consumers are looking for natural, healthier and simple food products. Milk proteins alternatives are growing but they need a lot of ingredients and additives to bring taste and texture. How can you get all the functions of perfect taste and...
We have successfully closed the gap between the sensory experience of plant-based protein foods and traditional animal proteins, as demonstrated by a food sensory panel. This breakthrough not only satisfies the growing demand for sustainable food...
Consumers increasingly choose plant-based sources of protein, but still crave the satisfying taste of meat.
Meet new consumer expectations with Clean Label products: a guarantee of authentic, natural, transparent products that meet the ever-growing demands of the food industry, particularly for fresh dairy products.
ADM’s SojaProtein is the largest grower and producer of high quality, sustainable soy in Europe. Grown and processed under Serbia’s strict non-GMO requirements, ADM’s SojaProtein offers an array of versatile and high performing soy protein.
Today’s conscious consumer is actively seeking out food products they can feel good about. For them, sustainable and plant-based food options are top of mind.
Lantmannen launches two new versions of PrOatein, our plant-based protein concentrate made from Swedish non-GMO oats. It's vegan-friendly and can be mixed with other plant-based proteins for great results.
Lallemand Bio-Ingredients offers an elaborate portfolio of specialty ingredients to help address the many challenges surrounding alternative dairy products.
ADM’s plant-forward solutions provide superior taste, texture and mouthfeel for an amazing meat-like experience like no other. Explore the advanced capabilities, innovative technology and robust portfolio that make ADM the leading company in the meat...
Chicken provides the #1 tonality in soups, meals and stocks around the world. Symrise, with its diana food™ portfolio of natural ingredients, has developed authentic chicken broths that are as healthy and tasty as those made at home.
Confronted with rising costs, supply chain fissures and regulatory pressure, food companies must embrace these key innovation areas to increase production efficiencies and food systems resilience.
Recognising that sensory optimisation can accelerate the plant-based transition, NEXTERA®, Solina’s subsidiary in new protein food, has worked with an independent agency to analyse how its prototype vegan chicken-like nuggets and fish-like fingers...
Transparency can be seen as a golden thread that runs through economic, environmental, political and ethical pillars in a global food system that is more complex than ever before.
At Cambridge Commodities, we supply a variety of food ingredients for inclusion in bakery products, cereal, snacks, bars and more. We can also offer bespoke vitamin and mineral blends allowing you to fortify your products and make important health claims.
At Herbafood, we are certain that the shift towards plant-based eating will continue to play a major role in human nutrition.
The global market for burger and sausage alternatives is experiencing tremendous growth – and is still expected to climb as more flexitarians embrace plant-based protein.
BENEO helps you develop plant-inspired options that are simply delicious. Sharpen up your recipe with natural ingredients and create a taste experience consumers will thoroughly enjoy.
As the demand for plant-based foods and beverages continues to grow, manufacturers are looking for new, innovative ingredients, so they can develop healthy, sustainable products. PrOateinTM oat protein enables product developers to create nutritious,...
Consumers have numerous expectations on plant-based cheese. A strong demand to meet an immediate consumer need for high quality in terms of taste and texture is added to the growing quest of nutritious and sustainable alternatives to dairy-based cheeses...
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With unprecedented consumer interest in protein and protein-enhanced foods and beverages, product developers are working hard to create consumer products that will satisfy this burgeoning craving. It can be an enormous challenge for even the most...
With our free cue cards, keep essential knowledge of the Kjeldahl method with theory and tips right at your fingertips, for quick and easy referral. Cover the entire process for nitrogen and protein determination with concise summaries of all steps....
With one in four consumers “actively trying to increase consumption of plant-based protein,” plant-based yogurts are increasing in popularity as a healthy snack (Innova Market Insights: Global, CAGR 2015-2020). For formulators to be successful in this...
As the plant-based movement is gaining more traction, it is now common to refer to plant-based foods as products that are direct replacements for animal-based products. This is, for example, the indication by The Good Food Institute, a US-based nonprofit...
As plant-forward foods continue to grow with consumers, there is an increased demand for appealing colors that draw consumers in before ever taking a bite. Deliver the taste, texture and appearance consumers expect with naturally-sourced color solutions...
Common perceptions of categories perceived as indulgent or unhealthy are a powerful impetus for innovation that focuses on reformulation with functional ingredients to increase the healthful benefits of everyday foods in these categories.
A fifth of consumers globally are cutting back on animal-based products or cutting them out completely. This mega-trend is only accelerating as health-conscious consumers look for ways to take care of themselves and the planet. With demand for delicious...
Plant-based foods, meat analogues, dairy alternatives and protein-enriched foods and beverages have never been more popular. In this white paper, we look at how oat ingredients, such as PromOat oat beta-glucan and PrOatein oat protein, can be used in new...
Flexitarians in 9 countries give a meal-by-meal account of their preferences. Discover what it takes to make plant-based part of every meal in our groundbreaking Eating Occasions white paper.
The Plant-based movement is gaining traction and it is common to refer to Plant-based food as products that are direct replacements for animal-based products. As reported by the Plant Based Association, taste is the number one driver influencing...