Insight
Key executives share their successes, learning points, market trends and research findings here.
Asia Pacific: Growing demand for probiotic products in China, says DuPont
DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences (DuPont) today announced the launch of the latest series of dairy cultures and probiotic formulations for China, offering yogurt producers...
Europe: Research found detection method for gene-edited crop, Greenpeace
Greenpeace, some non-governmental organizations, non-GMO food associations and a food retailer, announced a public detection method for a gene-edited crop.
The new research refutes claims...
Americas: Consumers confused about whole grain labels, finds survey
Whole grain labels on cereal, bread, and crackers are confusing to consumers and could cause them to make fewer healthy choices, according to the...
Europe: Humble beginnings of ready meals, Huhtamaki
Seemingly designed for hurried 21st century lifestyles, pre-cooked convenience foods have had an enduring history.
Forecasts predict that they’re here for the long run.
Ready...
Asia Pacific: Cobots, operators can work together in the factory, states Universal Robots
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the world with more than just a healthcare winter.
It is also impacting thousands of businesses worldwide with closures and...
Driving energy-efficient refrigeration
For companies in the food manufacturing sector, refrigeration can account for up to 70 percent of their total electricity bill. Yet, it remains one of...
World: Use powdered food for safer meal preparation, personalized nutrition, says Blendhub
With the Covid-19 pandemic disrupting how people live, work and play, the food supply change is adapting to the volatile changes and directives by...
Europe: Flavorings containing benzaldehyde can develop benzene under light, research
In 2013, the Stiftung Warentest found harmful benzene in drinks with cherry flavor.
According to the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (Bundesinstitut für...
Americas: Sugary drinks may affect cholesterol levels among adults, finds study
Middle-aged and older adults who drank sugary beverages daily were at greater risk of developing abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels compared to those who...
Americas: Walnuts promote gut health, find researchers
Walnuts may not just be a tasty snack, they may also promote good-for-your-gut bacteria.
New research suggests that these “good” bacteria could be contributing to...