When it comes to innovation and disrupting a traditional industry like food and beverage (F&B), the alternative protein industry is one that has taken center stage in the past few years. Transitioning to other sources of protein, including cultivated meat, is considered a long-term trend with great potential, although the current landscape is still in its nascent stages. Today, the market is valued at $20 billion and is estimated to reach around $155 billion by 2027. Right now, it … [Read more...] about Alternative protein, cultivated meat as major disruptors in F&B
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Seafood alternatives create additional purchase incentives
In the spring of 2021, Planteneers created a new category with its plant-based alternatives to fish and seafood. It was a highlight, as Dr. Dorotea Pein, Director Product Management at Planteneers, explains: “The category didn’t exist before that. The enormous technological leap we made in the development of fish alternatives was a real breakthrough. The current demand confirms the importance of these plant-based products.” According to Dr. Pein, at Plant Based World, which was held in New York … [Read more...] about Seafood alternatives create additional purchase incentives
Flavorman creates 2021 custom beverage flavour
U.S.-based custom beverage development company Flavorman has announced a new drink flavour that depicts the year that 2021 was. Called “Nada Colada”, this beverage reflects how the year was both challenging and lackluster. It resonates with how many have felt in 2021, that nothing meaningful was getting accomplished. The Nada Colada does not contain any color or flavour, described to have a bland taste. “When you think of a ‘nothing’ flavor, you think of flat carbonation or a soft drink … [Read more...] about Flavorman creates 2021 custom beverage flavour
