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ProVeg Brazil project helps farmers switch from animal production to plant-based agroforestry models

ProVeg Brazil project helps farmers switch from animal production to plant-based agroforestry models

A project designed to help Brazilian farmers transition from livestock farming to plant-based food production is getting off the ground. ProVeg zeros in on boosting profitable, sustainable, and fair agriculture by producing vegetables instead of animals.
New frontiers in gut health: Functional fibers, new regulation and weight loss drugs drive innovation
New frontiers in gut health: Functional fibers, new regulation and weight loss drugs drive innovation
As demand for holistic wellness continues to soar, the food and beverage industry is seeing a surge of innovation in gut health. With consumers increasingly aware of the scientific links between digestive well-being and immunity, mental health, and muscle function, brands are investing heavily in next-generation gut-friendly ingredients.This is not limited to supplements. Gut health is rapidly becoming a core functionality across mainstream food categories, from dairy and snacks to beverages and bakery. 
Cargill VP: Scaling innovation essential to future-proof global food systems
Cargill VP: Scaling innovation essential to future-proof global food systems
Pressure is mounting on the F&B industry to reinvent supply chains for improved sustainability, equity, and resilience. Geert Maesmans, vice president of R&D for Health and Nutrition at Cargill Food & Bio, argues that the central hurdle to achieving these demands is bringing new innovations beyond pilot phases to real-world scalability. Speaking at Reuters Transform Food & Agriculture Europe 2025 in Amsterdam, Netherlands (June 3-4), Maesmans tells Food Ingredients First how building “trust, profitability, and end-to-end collaboration” is key to delivering impact at scale. 
Smart industrial purification: how digital services enhance productivity and sustainability in food processing
Smart industrial purification: how digital services enhance productivity and sustainability in food processing
Applexion’s digital services revolutionize purification in the food and functional ingredients sectors. Run 4.0, Perform 4.0, and Link 4.0 enhance process efficiency, sustainability, and data-driven decision-making. From real-time insights to advanced parameter optimization, these services support manufacturers in improving performance, ensuring traceability, and accelerating readiness across their purification operations.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Applexion.
PLMA 2025: Fungi Food taps mushrooms and sunflower protein for allergen-free vegan concepts
PLMA 2025: Fungi Food taps mushrooms and sunflower protein for allergen-free vegan concepts

Thomas Neuburger, CEO and founder of Fungi Food, talked to us about leveraging mushrooms’ umami taste and texture to create vegan concepts that mimic meat and appeal to both meat eaters and flexitarians. The protein in these products comes from sunflower protein, which Neuburger said is minimally processed and supports their clean label and allergy-friendly positioning.

PLMA 2025 review: Alternative protein and dairy gain ground amid plant-based push
PLMA 2025 review: Alternative protein and dairy gain ground amid plant-based push
Evolving consumer expectations toward healthier, more sustainable, and creatively indulgent F&B shaped the product landscape at PLMA 2025 in Amsterdam (May 20-21), where 3,160 exhibitors from 75 countries showcased the latest private label innovation. Key highlights included plant-based proteins, algae-based egg replacers, hybrid dairy formats, climate-conscious formulations, and modern takes on traditional staples.

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European Ocean Pact: EU adopts measures tackling overfishing and pollution amid legal warnings
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The European Commission (EC) adopted an all-encompassing European Ocean Pact last week in a bid to bolster ocean protection, promote a “thriving blue economy,” cut red tape, and support the well-being of coastal communities. It has also announced an Ocean Act at the ongoing United Nations Ocean Conference, which will be presented by 2027 to facilitate the implementation of the pact’s key objectives. Environmental advocates have welcomed the decision but remain concerned over a “lack of concrete measures” to tackle the most harmful activities that have long plagued European waters. These include overfishing, pollution, and destructive activities in marine protected areas (MPAs).
Ardent Mills’ wheat-based cocoa substitute targets cost cuts amid supply instability
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Ardent Mills has unveiled a single-ingredient, wheat-based alternative to cocoa powder to help the industry stay ahead of rising cocoa prices and ongoing supply chain instability. The ingredient, Cocoa Replace, can offer up to 25% cocoa powder replacement in baked goods like cakes, brownies, cookies, and muffins.
Hype versus reality: Report sheds light on the market reality of New GMOs
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A report reveals the discrepancy between the hype surrounding New GMOs  and the worldwide market reality.
HTBA introduces flavonoid-powered OptiTaste taste modulation platform at IFT First 2025
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HealthTech Bio Actives (HTBA) is launching its updated OptiTaste taste modulation platform at IFT First 2025 in Chicago, US (July 14-16). The range includes sweetness, balance, and masking solutions designed to help formulators tackle common sensory challenges using citrus-derived flavonoids.Prototypes available at the booth will include a salted caramel smart energy popcorn featuring caffeine and MecobalActive vitamin B12, as well as mocktails using natural flavor and naringin-based solutions. The company is targeting product developers who are looking to reduce sugar, refine mouthfeel, and address off-notes. 
Nestlé advances freeze-drying tech to solve cold coffee clumping as demand proliferates
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Nestlé has developed an innovative freeze-drying technique to address the solubility and clumping challenge in cold coffee. By addressing such technical formulation issues, the innovation aims to provide businesses with a scalable, cost-effective solution to meet the growing consumer demand for cold coffee across multiple formats.
The Vitamin Shoppe reveals active nutrition and healthy aging as key 2025 wellness trends
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US wellness consumers are highly proactive, driven by scientific innovation, and prioritize active lifestyles and performance, according to The Vitamin Shoppe’s annual “Health & Wellness Trend Report.” The report reveals that 69% of US citizens take supplements to support their health and well-being, aiming to improve energy (49%), immunity (38%), cognitive function (37%), or bone health (35%). In addition, 66% of US consumers actively try to consume more protein, driving growth in new formats with taste and convenience. 
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Deliveroo takes flight in Dublin with Manna drone partnership

Deliveroo has partnered with drone delivery specialist Manna to pilot ultra-fast aerial deliveries in Dublin. The test service is part of Deliveroo’s strategy to enhance customer experience and extend reach in suburban locations.The trial is intended to assess the viability of drone deliveries in hard-to-reach areas, potentially expanding the company’s consumer base. During the initial phase, customers within a 3 km radius can order meals from popular local restaurants, including Musashi, WOWBurger, Boojum, and Elephant & Castle. Deliveries can arrive within three minutes. 

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US “food tax”: How rising tariffs are impacting grocery pricing and sourcing

The recent wave of US tariffs on F&B ingredient imports effectively imposes a “food tax” on grocers, with independent and ethnic grocery retailers feeling the strain most acutely, according to supply chain experts. The implementation of new levies leaves grocers facing rising costs, disrupted sourcing strategies, and mounting pressure to retain consumer trust amid shifting product availability.

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PLMA 2025 review: Industry spotlights alternative protein, dairy and clean label amid plant-based boom

Shifting consumer expectations toward healthier, more sustainable, and creatively indulgent food choices was the focus at this year’s Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) trade show in Amsterdam, the Netherlands (May 20-21). Plant-based proteins, climate-conscious ingredients, and hybrid combinations took center stage on the show floor as manufacturers presented innovations such as algae-based egg replacers and hybrid dairy products.

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Focus on AsiaJun2025

Innova Market Insights data reveals a rise in food and beverage launches across Asia, driven by consumer demand for indulgence. Nearly two-thirds of Asian consumers turn to premium or indulgent food a...

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Gut Health Jun 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows that digestive and gut health is the leading health driver behind functional food and beverage purchases. This trend has fueled market innovation, with digestive/gut health claims growing at an average rate of 5% from April 2020 to March 2025. Key ingredients supporting this growth include fiber, vitamin D, and probiotics.

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Dairy innovationJun 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates global dairy product launches grew by 4% between April 2020 and March 2025. Europe accounted for nearly one-third of these launches, with Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt leading the way for most NPD.

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