Kerry, a world leader in taste and nutrition, has signed a partnership to support the creation of more high-quality sustainable dairy alternative products and enhance market growth for the plant-based category in Asia Pacific. The agreement, which will see Kerry support technology development, applications and enzymes, flavours, maskers and nutrition, is a step towards the creation of a unique dairy alternative expertise ecosystem, where other ingredients and processing partners are invited … [Read more...] about Kerry to drive dairy alternative growth in Asia Pacific through expertise partnerships
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Nutrition top priority in beverage sector
How is the beverage industry looking like today, during the post-COVID era? Prior to the pandemic, the “healthy” trend was already growing vigorously and consumer purchasing power was thriving. When the pandemic hit our shores, consumer awareness of immunity increased exponentially in light of our fight against COVID. This led to the increased popularity of immune-boosting functional beverages such as probiotic concepts, herbs with anti-infection properties (e.g., ginger, curcumin and … [Read more...] about Nutrition top priority in beverage sector
CP Kelco formally launches gellan gum product for dairy alternative beverages
Nature-based ingredients company CP Kelco has introduced its latest innovation in the gellan gum product line, the KELCOGEL® DFA Gellan Gum. Discovered by the company 40 years ago in bacterial culture in a lily pond, this ingredient is now processed via fermentation for industrial applications. As an alternative to locust bean gum, this product improves desired suspension and mouthfeel of the drink. It ensures the extra protein, calcium, vitamins and other micronutrients stay evenly … [Read more...] about CP Kelco formally launches gellan gum product for dairy alternative beverages