BENEO, one of the leading manufacturers of functional ingredients, is demonstrating how supply security and sustainability can go hand in hand. While increasing global capacity for its prebiotic chicory root fibres by 30 percent, thanks to a 90 million Euro investment into its production plant in Pemuco, Chile, it is reducing specific energy consumption by 35 percent at the same time. As consumer awareness of digestive health, immunity, the gut microbiome, and its beneficial effect on overall … [Read more...] about BENEO Reduces Specific Energy Consumption While Increasing Production Capacity of Chicory Root Fibres
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BENEO expands production of prebiotic chicory root fibre
Ingredients supplier BENEO has invested about €30 million to increase the global production of prebiotic chicory root fibre to meet the rising consumer demand. This involves an investment program that expands the capabilities of its facilities located in Pemuco, Chile and Oreye, Belgium. Utilised in the food and feed industry, products that contain chicory root fibre inulin is estimated to reach value worth $11.84 billion by 2028. Inulin and oligofructose, both found in chicory root fibre, … [Read more...] about BENEO expands production of prebiotic chicory root fibre
BENEO research shows more consumer focus on positive ageing
BENEO has launched results of the survey they commissioned with HealthFocus International during the recently held Hi and Fi Europe event. The research was all about positive ageing and how emphasis on it is driving greater demand for healthier nutrition. Participants were health-conscious people aged 50 and above. According to the study, the majority want to continue doing activities they love even as they grow older. They still want to be the best version of themselves at every stage in … [Read more...] about BENEO research shows more consumer focus on positive ageing
