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- Arla Foods Ingredients to acquire Volac’s Whey Nutrition business Arla Foods Ingredients has reached an agreement to acquire Volac’s Whey Nutrition business. The UK-based Volac group specialises in turning whey into ingredients for sports nutrition, with by- products being...
- Glanbia to expand its Nutritional Solutions business with $300 million acquisition Glanbia plc, the Better Nutrition company, has agreed to acquire US-based Flavor Producers LLC for an initial consideration of $300 million plus deferred consideration. Flavor Producers is a leading flavour platform...
- Arla Foods Ingredients showcases solutions to boost nutritional value of cheese Arla Foods Ingredients is demonstrating how manufacturers can meet demand for high-protein cheese products that combine nutritional quality with indulgence. In a market where consumers are highly focused on value,...
- Arla Foods to invest €210 million in English dairy Farmer-owned Arla Foods, one of the world’s leading mozzarella producers, has announced its largest ever investment – €210 million – into the UK with highly advanced production technology at the...
- Tirlán announces CEO transition The Board of Tirlán Co-operative Society Limited, the Irish agri-food business, has announced that after leading the organisation through its recent transformation and a highly successful 40-year career, Jim Bergin (pictured...
Today, 90% of organic chemicals are based on fossil fuels, meaning they are based on non-renewable resources. 70% of proteins in the European Union are imported. An alternative is needed!
Many younger consumers are drinking alcohol in moderation – or abstaining from it altogether – creating a new and unmet need in the market for innovative soft drinks. Data from
Synergy Flavours has completed the acquisition of Janoušek, based in Trieste, Italy. One of the world’s first suppliers of herbal extracts and natural flavourings and an expert in Italian profiles,
Petrow Food Group, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of ingredients to the breakfast cereal, bakery, confectionery, ready meals, sauces and snack sectors, can now offer unprecedented levels of safety,
Brook House Hops is changing the way that hop farmers and brewers trade, by selling its hops online; making it the first direct to brewer hop grower in the UK.
AGRANA, the fruit, starch and sugar company, has laid the foundation for a second wheat starch plant at its biorefinery at Pischelsdorf in Tullnerfeld, Austria. The €100 million investment will
Kerry, the Taste and Nutrition company, as part of its ambition to become a market leader in the supply of innovative plant proteins, has just announced a joint venture with
As the Sugar Tax launches, Biochemist Steve Pearce and the team at Omega Ingredients are moving the front line of sugar replacement technology forward by launching a new formulation of
The European Commission has concluded that Ireland’s sugar sweetened drinks tax does not involve State aid. In particular, the Commission found that the measure’s scope and design are consistent with
Frutarom Food Protection Solutions is offering its all-natural, high-antioxidant solution for reducing acrylamides in heat-processed foods, decreasing oxidation and extending shelf life. High-heat cooking can impart potentially carcinogenic acrylamides at
Following a hugely successful year in 2017, healthy snacking favourite Ryvita is kicking off 2018 with not only a brand new campaign but also an exciting re-freshed look in addition a host
Nestlé UK is introducing a Ruby chocolate version of its iconic four finger KITKAT. Consumers in the UK will be the first in Europe to try a four finger KITKAT
Spanish multinational Deoleo, the world’s top selling olive oil bottler and processing company, has announced investments of €50 million to drive its ambitious growth plans. The investments will focus on international markets with
Consumer and retailer pressure is mounting to clear up label declarations and to embrace new diet trends. Ulrick & Short’s Clean Label, allergen free, and vegan friendly glazing systems prove to
By Shan Zhan, Global Business Manager for Food & Beverage within the ABB Control Technologies business unit In summer 2017, 15 EU states, Switzerland and Hong Kong were affected by the
With consumer awareness of functional nutrition higher than ever, and science and technology driving exciting new innovations, the future for nutraceuticals is looking bright. In fact, a survey by the
NZMP, the global dairy ingredients brand of New Zealand dairy co-operative Fonterra, has released a list of the top five global consumer food and beverage trends that it recommends manufacturers
A new clinical study has confirmed the positive effects of Lipogen PMS™, a natural phospholipid formulation, in treating and relieving premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms. PMS defines physical and/or emotional symptoms that
Nestlé UK and Ireland has unveiled Milkybar Wowsomes, the first chocolate bar in the world to use Nestlé’s innovative sugar reduction technique. Nestlé researchers made a scientific breakthrough when they
Great taste perception, sustained frying colour and reduced heat deterioration are among the benefits of a new ‘alternative’ cooking oil, sourced from crops grown by British farmers. Produced from a
DSM has introduces Delvo®ADD, a portfolio of adjunct cultures for creating unique, aged cheddar cheese taste profiles. Delvo®ADD complements DSM’s portfolio for cheddar cheese, which includes cultures, coagulants, bulk starters,
DuPont Nutrition & Health and Inbiose have received regulatory approval of their first human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) ingredient for infant
PureCircle, the world’s leading producer and innovator of stevia sweeteners for the global beverage and food industries, reports that the
Organised by the World Stevia Organisation (WSO), the 8th World Convention on Stevia will be held in Berlin on June
As part of its 2020 strategy to strengthen its capabilities in natural flavour solutions for its customers, Givaudan has agreed
DSM has launched Maxilact® Smart, the fastest lactase enzyme on the market. The innovative Maxilact® Smart enables a significant increase in production
The European Commission has approved under the EU Merger Regulation the $62.5 billion acquisition of Monsanto by Bayer. The merger
In response to growing consumer demand for label-friendly ingredients, Cargill is introducing a new range of de-oiled lecithin products to
Nestlé is launching a brand new product for coffee fans in the UK and Ireland. Nescafé Azera Nitro is a
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) has announced the realignment of its business segments across four units – Carbohydrate Solutions, Nutrition,
Ornua, Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products which supplies to over 110 countries worldwide, has reported record revenue of
Danish Crown has acquired the Danish pepperoni giant DK-Foods to become the European market leader in pepperoni toppings for pizzas.
Infor, a leading provider of industry-specific cloud applications, has announced that MOGUNTIA FOOD GROUP, a spice producer focusing on meat
With casual dining brands closing sites and scaling back expansion in the UK, well-run independent operators have an opportunity to
AAK UK has opened a new Customer Innovation Centre in Hull to take its co-development work with leading food brands
When it comes to pretzels or salt sticks, the visual contrast between a dark crust and a rich salt décor
Three months after its formation, the DuPont Nutrition & Health Microbiome Venture has announced its second strategic research and development
The amount of sugar in Nestlé’s UK and Irish products has been reduced by more than 2.6 billion teaspoons since
Müller UK & Ireland has announced two new yogurt products as it continues to develop, manufacture and market a new generation
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has unveiled a brand refresh and new Sprite Lemon Lime and Cucumber No Sugar variant as
Functionalisation and Stabilisation of Ingredients – Innovative Methods Provide Effective Protection
Naturalness has become the decisive buying factor on the supermarket shelves – a trend that is reflected in the growing
Tate & Lyle, a leading global provider of speciality food ingredients and solutions, has announced the completion of a major
Alternative nutrition forms are becoming more and more popular, and vegan and vegetarian products continue to gain ground, according to
The Brewers of Europe, which brings together national brewers’ associations from 29 European countries and provides a voice to support
In the wake of Public Health England’s new calorie cutting initiative, Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is taking on the
Glanbia Ireland, Ireland’s leading dairy and agri-business company, has officially reopened its Wexford cheese plant following a major capital investment
Tna has announced that it will unveil a brand new version of its flagship on-machine seasoning application system, the tna intelli-flav® OMS 5.1, at the
Major steps to cut people’s excessive calorie intake have been unveiled by Public Health England (PHE), as part of the
Nestlé is relaunching Nescafé Gold for consumers looking for a full flavoured, aromatic coffee. The new soluble blend includes micrograins
Food manufacturers are continuing to feel the pressure to meet nutritional targets from both government regulation and consumer expectations. Ulrick
InnoBev Ltd has received a US patent for WakeUp!®, its plant-based alertness formula. The patent describes a method for providing
At the beginning of 2018, Mühlenchemie launched a new logo and a new claim: ‘Understanding Flour’ underlines the company’s status
Breaking all company forecasts, Direct Food Ingredients Limited, the UK’s largest privately owned ingredient distributor, has achieved significant annual sales of £21.2
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