SternVitamin, a subsidiary of Stern-Wywiol Gruppe, has developed micronutrient premixes for the plant-based dairy alternatives segment that ‘upgrade’ plant-based drinks based on oats and other protein sources.
Bega Cheese Limited said it has entered into a binding share sale and purchase agreement to acquire all of the shares in Lion Dairy & Drinks from Japan’s Kirin Holdings for a net acquisition price of A$534m (US$393m).
Nutritional Growth Solutions, Ltd. (NGS) has launched its Healthy Height protein shake, which the company said is clinically shown to improve children’s height, into the Asia-Pacific market.
In response to consumers’ changing behavior, Comax Flavors has published its 2021 Flavor Trends, which are divided into four distinct flavor collections.
Regulators in Brazil have approved a health claim for Kerry’s probiotic, GanedenBC30, which the company said creates new opportunities to meet growing demand for products with digestive health benefits.
The environmental impact of packaging has gained importance within the last few years. Manufacturers are seeking new approaches to use environmentally-friendly materials such as paper. Sensitive products like dairy, call for innovative technologies that...
Stora Enso and Tetra Pak are joining forces to explore the possibility of building a new recycling line to increase the recycling of used beverage cartons in Central and Eastern Europe.
Tri-Seal, a division of Tekni-Plex, Inc., has developed patented Sniff Seal closure liner technology to give brand owners a way to showcase product scents/aromas without breaching the seal and compromising the contents.
While polypropylene (PP) and polystyrene (PS) are the most commonly used materials in the dairy packaging industry, some of the recyclates from both materials still lack approval for use in food packaging and have only limited availability.
Norwegian dairy company TINE has launched several new packaging solutions it said will reduce the company’s plastic consumption by more than 700 tonnes annually.
As consumers increasingly demand more convenient, considered, and health-conscious products, sectors like sports nutrition, 'on-the-go', and vegan beverages are all ripe for NPD and health innovations.
The European Parliament has voted to ban dairy-related terms for plant-based alternatives. An amendment proposing to ban ‘meaty’ terms for vegan products, however, has not passed – much to the sector’s delight.
Kerry has launched its new, expanded range of organic-certified extracts and flavorings in compliance with the upcoming European Union regulations for organic flavor labeling.
Production environments in the dairy industry must meet high hygiene requirements to protect consumers from the spread of harmful bacteria, diseases or allergens in milk and dairy products.
The latest Public Health England (PHE) progress report on sugar reduction has been published, with findings showing reductions in sugar in the yogurts and milk-based drinks categories.
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) has announced it has doubled the number of semi-finalists and added more than $350,000 in additional awards to the Real California Milk Snackcelerator, its dairy product innovation competition.
This week we again feature three interviews, with Muhammad Saad Qureshi, senior scientist, sustainable fuels/circular economy at the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd.; Ana Ferrell, vice president global marketing, ADM; and Frederik Mejlby,...
Firmenich, the world’s largest privately-owned perfume and taste company, and Danish biological solution leader Novozymes, have launched their new, jointly-developed natural sugar reduction solution: TasteGEM SWL with Saphera lactase.
French-headquartered dairy giant Danone said today that in accordance with its focus on capital allocation discipline and balance sheet strength, the company is selling its 6.61% stake in the Japanese company Yakult Honsha Co. Ltd.
We have three interviews, and four guests, on this week’s Dairy Dialog podcast. We chatted with Robyn Eijlander, senior project manager microbiology and food safety at NIZO; Keith Lawes, VP of Sales and Marketing at Casper’s Ice Cream; and two people...
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) said it has reached fundamental arrangements on introducing the labeling of certain dairy products as the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states – Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan...
Core Power, a brand of fairlife LLC, has announced strawberry as the latest flavor to join its ready-to-drink high protein shakes in the Core Power Elite line, which already includes chocolate and vanilla flavors.
COVID-19 has created widespread economic uncertainty resulting in many sectors critically reviewing their business models. The dairy packaging sector is no exception and across the supply chain companies have had to innovate and respond quickly to changes...
This week’s Dairy Dialog podcast features interviews with Lewis Barton, president of Barton Group LLC, and Gerit Tolborg, CEO of Chromologics. We also have our weekly look at the global dairy markets with Charlie Hyland, from StoneX.
Pearl Dairy Farms Limited (PDFL), which counts the Lato Milk brand as part of its portfolio, is expanding its footprint to Ethiopia, South Sudan and Malawi thanks to the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement.
Mazoon Dairy, the largest integrated dairy company in the Sultanate of Oman, and SIG Combibloc Obeikan, provider of aseptic packaging and filling machines for food and beverages, have announced the launch of a full range of liquid dairy products.
This episode of the Dairy Dialog podcast focuses on the Alibaba food & beverage trade show, which is taking place online this week. We spoke with Katerina Petraki, director of business development at Alibaba.com about the event, as well as two exhibitors,...
Nestlé said it is developing a wide range of plant-based dairy alternatives that are nutritious, great-tasting and have a favorable environmental footprint.
On this week's podcast, we chat with Pim van Hee, manager innovation R&D and technology, Royal DSM; Taly Nechustan, CEO of InnovoPro; and Brent Vautier, senior research technologist at Fonterra. We also have our weekly look at the global dairy...
UK milkshake brand Shaken Udder has entered the plant-based market with a launch of a dairy-free sister brand, Shaken Other, targeting 25m flexitarians in the UK.
Arla Foods Ingredients has launched the first ever organic micellar casein isolate, helping manufacturers meet demand for organic, natural and functional protein products.
Selig, a global provider of sealing solutions, is expanding its customer support by launching virtual field service to provide technical assistance throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) has announced the return of its dairy product innovation competition with the launch of the Real California Milk Snackcelerator to inspire new ideas integrating the flavor and functionality of California dairy...
Ingredion has launched new Novation Indulge 3620 and 3820 starches to meet consumers’ demand for clean and healthy eating while providing sensory attributes like smoothness, creaminess and a rich mouthfeel.
This week’s podcast is dedicated to some of the companies presenting new products or concepts related to the dairy industry at the recent virtual SHIFT20 event, put on by the IFT (Institute of Food Technologists).
Danone North America – maker of brands including International Delight, Light + Fit, Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, Oikos, and others, has announced is fall launches.
Unilever and biotech start-up Algenuity have announced a new partnership to look at the potential microalgae bring in innovating future foods for Unilever’s plant-based portfolio.
