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Ingredients
Extreme heat pushing global agri-food systems to the brink, report warns
A new report, from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization, highlights the major risk posed by the rise of extreme heat events.
Mars and OFI partner to accelerate net-zero cocoa production in Ecuador
Mars, Incorporated and Olam Food Ingredients have announced a five-year strategic collaboration aimed at advancing climate-smart cocoa production in Ecuador.
Saltwell Group expands global capacity with new Chile production facility
Saltwell Group has opened a new production facility in Santiago, Chile,
How Kääpä Biotech is raising the standard for functional mushroom ingredients
As lion’s mane demand grows, brands face challenges around consistency and quality. Kääpä Biotech’s NordRelease technology targets this gap with standardised extracts designed to support reliable formulation, compliance and scalable product development.
Why technology-driven validation is becoming the new standard for ingredient integrity
As manufacturers move toward data-driven validation, MGC's Atsushi Sugimoto explores how advanced tech is redefining ingredient safety and quality standards.
More to explore at Vitafoods Europe 2026
From 5-7 May 2026, the global nutraceutical community will once again meet in Barcelona, Spain, as Vitafoods Europe returns to Fira Barcelona, Gran Via with its largest edition yet.
Rethinking food for the GLP-1 era: Nexture’s ready-to-roll solutions for the nutrient density paradigm
Nexture provides a comprehensive portfolio of ready to roll GLP-1 smart ingredients catering to diverse needs.
Natural acidity toners for balanced, smooth and full‑bodied flavour profiles
Discover how natural yeast‑based acidity toners gently smooth harsh acidic notes, improve mouthfeel and help create richer, more harmonious flavour experiences across sauces, dressings, dips and dairy applications.
JBS opens biotechnology centre in Brazil to advance protein innovation
JBS has opened a biotechnology centre in Brazil, focused on developing applied science across the food production chain.
All G clears FDA review for precision-fermented lactoferrin
All G received a 'no questions' letter from the FDA, indicating the agency has no objections to the company's conclusion that its recombinant lactoferrin is safe for use in food.
Sensient Food Colors launches major US expansion to meet shift away from artificial additives
Sensient Food Colors has begun a significant expansion of its flagship natural colours facility in St. Louis, Missouri, as part of a broader $250 million investment.
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