ofi (olam food ingredients), a global leader in naturally good food and beverage ingredients, says developments in data and technology – from granular deforestation mapping and child labor monitoring to AI-powered carbon measurement tools – are accelerating progress towards its Cocoa Compass sustainability ambition. It is also providing food and beverage companies with enhanced traceability and transparency ahead of new regulations in Europe and beyond. The latest Cocoa Compass highlights … [Read more...] about ofi cocoa shares how transparency and traceability are driving sustainability impact for food & beverage sector
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Epax slashes carbon emissions as it transitions to renewables
Marine ingredient leader Epax has achieved major reductions to its carbon emissions as it nears its goal of 100 percent renewable energy use. The Norwegian company’s CO2 emissions fell by 13.3 percent between 2021 and 2022, and by nine percent between 2022 and 2023. Both figures are significantly higher than the 4.2 percent annual reduction required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.1 Epax now aims to achieve absolute reductions every year until 2030. The cuts have largely been achieved … [Read more...] about Epax slashes carbon emissions as it transitions to renewables
Instant sports nutrition with Loryma’s innovative new ingredients
New Lory Crumb extrudates provide authentic texture for quick-to-prepare products Zwingenberg/Germany, April 2024 – Ingredients specialist Loryma is expanding its Lory Crumb portfolio with two new varieties made from rice flour and milk protein. The extruded flakes can enhance both the texture and nutritional profile of instant products such as porridge or pudding. Thanks to excellent swelling properties, the end product has a homemade texture and is ready in just a few minutes, depending on … [Read more...] about Instant sports nutrition with Loryma’s innovative new ingredients