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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Research shows protein consumption driven by health and wellness in APAC
Taste and nutrition company Kerry has released its new research that shows consumer acceptance and adoption of protein in their day-to-day lifestyles. According to The Protein Mindset: Uncovering Consumers’ Perceptions and Preferences of Proteins, 522% associate protein with a “healthy diet”, while almost half of the participants saw the ingredient as one that provided them with health benefits. Protein was seen to help boost skin health, and beauty, and immunity as well. Participants … [Read more...] about Research shows protein consumption driven by health and wellness in APAC
Fooditive launches first animal-free casein milk protein
Dutch ingredient manufacture Fooditive Group has introduced the first ever vegan casein powder for the food and beverage industry. This animal-free dairy protein is created using precision fermentation and can be adopted in cow milk alternative products. Casein is the main protein found in milk that gives it its unique taste, texture and functionality. Fooditive was able to recreate this ingredient without using animals that delivers similar taste as traditional dairy milk. This vegan casein … [Read more...] about Fooditive launches first animal-free casein milk protein
