Protein

The capital raise was led by food technology and alternative-protein investor Synthesis Capital.

ICL Food Specialties and Protera Biosciences have partnered to develop novel protein ingredients using precision fermentation.

According to the company, the ingredient enables frozen plant-based desserts that mimic the creamy mouthfeel of dairy desserts.

The ingredient is part of the company’s Wellnex Replenwell line of collagen peptides that have been clinically shown to reduce visible signs of skin aging.

Subjects who supplemented with a mix of Gelita’s BodyBalance and TendoForte bioactive collagen peptides showed up to a 61% increase in muscle growth following resistance training.

Merit Functional Foods has launched its first USDA Certified Organic pea protein ingredient, Organic Peazazz C850.

Brightseed’s innovative AI platform, Forager, is unlocking the potential of plant bioactives while also accelerating research and development of novel ingredients.

According to Beneo, the plant-based chicken chunks have an authentic fibrous chicken-like structure, a juicy mouthfeel and an irregular shape by design to offer manufacturers a high level of recipe versatility.

The pea and canola proteins in the ingredient work together to create a meat-like texture characterized by a firm and springy bite and appealing mouthfeel, says Royal DSM.

Plant protein innovations pull up weeds one by one.

According to Ingredient Optimized, ioCollagen’s patented technology offers enhanced absorption benefits.

The new agreement will allow MycoTechnology, which harnesses mycelium from mushrooms to create novel ingredients, to capitalize on IFF’s Re-Imagine Protein innovation program.

Ingredion Inc. announced an exclusive commercial distribution partnership with InnovoPro, a leading Foodtech chickpea solutions company, to distribute a chickpea concentrate in the U.S. and Canada.

Royal DSM has launched a canola protein isolate called Vertis CanolaPRO.

The concentrated extract of alfalfa is vegan, rich in omega-3, and boasts a high protein concentration of 54%.

And don’t forget to educate consumers about the benefits your bar provides.

In this article, we explore the biohacking potential of two specific nutrients: collagen peptides and resveratrol.

At SupplySide West 2022, ADM released its report on Global Consumer Trends Driving Market Growth.

Proprietary consumer research from Cargill presented during SupplySide West 2022 suggests that flexitarian consumers are playing a larger role in the plant-based dairy marketplace.

The company will introduce the new ingredients at the Food Ingredients Europe trade show Paris in December.

The solution features the company’s whey-based hydrolysates Lacprodan HYDRO.365 and Nutrilac FO-8571, which the firm says minimize cloudiness and sedimentation.

Companies making plant-based products today are focused on offering a variety of choices in order to meet the needs of diverse consumer groups, including an expanding mainstream audience. Luckily, the growing sophistication of plant-based ingredients is allowing them to do just that.

The new concept from Arla Foods Ingredients combines a whey protein isolate and electrolytes in a clear ready-to-drink beverage solution.

The ingredient, Bio 01, is rich in the bioactive compounds N-trans-caffeoyl tyramine and N-trans-feruloyl tyramine, which have been found to support gut barrier integrity in preclinical studies.

For Roquette, the new organic pea ingredients help address consumer demand for organic products, offering manufacturers a reliable and traceable supply chain.

The report examines key categories trending in the healthy foods and beverage space.

Peazazz C is the company’s newest pea protein that has a smooth, grit-free texture in ready-to-drink beverages.

FerriUp supports active women who experience depleted iron and energy levels.

Sustainability practices ensure Asia-Pacific ingredient producers have a lot more to offer these days.

At the upcoming SupplySide West, Ingredient Optimized is showcasing its patented technology, ioProtein, and the three protein ingredients featuring this technology.