Archives for May 1, 2023

Are non-dairy milks, creamers the plant-based market’s saving grace?

Plant-based milks and creamers are growing strong as they become a staple to many consumers, providing an example of what's needed to grow other alternative segments, according to experts gathered at Bridge2Food’s Summit Americas last week.

Nutri-Score 3.0? Latest algorithm update could move milk-based beverages from A to D

Following a Nutri-Score algorithm update late last year, France has announced another. This time, it concerns beverages.

‘Don’t eat homegrown eggs’: Consumers warned of contamination risk in France

The health authority for France’s Île-de-France region, which includes the city of Paris, is warning citizens not to consume eggs sourced from domestic coops due to risk of persistent organic pollutant contamination.

Plant-based products that attempt to mimic the nutritional qualities of meat and dairy are ‘playing a losing game’

It’s time plant-based manufacturers stop talking about the healthy nutrients that plants don’t have and focus on those they do have, says influential Wageningen food scientist Atze Jan van der Goot.

Plant-based foods match animal proteins in sensory panel tests, clearing barriers to market growth

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The market for new protein foods is approaching a potential inflection point. Increased penetration into the omnivore market will drive the next phase of growth, providing manufacturers can satisfy buyers used to eating gold standard animal products.

Functional energy: How oat protein and fibre is emerging as the next-gen superfood

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The use of oats in functional foods is growing. How are emerging innovations helping food manufacturers to tap into formulation opportunities and meet consumer demand?