Proteins

Special edition: Meat alternatives

Beyond soy: Where does Quorn fit into the meat alternatives market?

02-Aug-2012 By Elaine WATSON

Quorn is outpacing rivals and bringing new consumers into a frozen meat alternatives category that has lost some momentum in recent years, claims its US boss.

Special edition: The New Product Development Process

Fast and furious consumer feedback, risk taking and the key to bigger, better, faster NPD…

12-Jul-2012 By Elaine Watson

If you’re big in shredded cheese, chances are you know pretty much everything there is to know about the market, the manufacturing process and the competition. But who do you turn to if you want to make something else?

'Appetite-suppressing' effect of proteins explained by researchers

09-Jul-2012 By Nathan Gray

Researchers have mapped out the chain reaction of signals that send satiety messages to the brain after a protein-rich meal.

Dispatches from Vitafoods Europe 2012

Solbar ready to power up for growth post acquisition

12-Jun-2012 By Rod Addy

Solbar is preparing for strong global growth in the wake of its acquisition by farmer agri-cooperative CHS, according to Todd Watson, CHS global protein sales and development manager for food and food ingredients.

Clarisoy ‘invisible’ veg protein attracts top-tier multinational beverage firms

29-May-2012 By Elaine Watson

Clarisoy, the ‘invisible’ soy protein developed by Burcon NutraScience and commercialized by ADM, is attracting interest from everyone from “top-tier multinational companies to niche regional fruit juice companies”, says ADM.

Low-sodium HVP solves long-standing ingredient challenge, claims Innova

22-May-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Innova has developed a new low-sodium hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP), which it claims solves a riddle that has plagued food scientists for decades – how to create a low-sodium HVP without relying on potassium chloride.

Cacao & soy compounds show heart health benefits for diabetic women: Study

04-May-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with cacao-flavonoids and soy isoflavones may improve levels of biomarkers of heart disease in postmenopausal, diabetic women, says a new study.

DuPont buys out Bunge’s share in Solae joint venture in $440m deal

01-May-2012 By Elaine Watson

DuPont has taken full control of soy ingredients giant Solae after buying out Bunge’s stake in their joint venture.

Special edition: FoodNavigator-USA 2012 trendspotter

01-May-2012 By Elaine Watson

What’s on the menu for 2012? Traditional fruits, Thai and Indian cuisine, freshness, different varieties of chili, plant proteins, smoke flavors, more part-prepared foods and Asian and Latin American flavors, predict trendwatchers…

Pea protein commercialization talks drag on past deadline

24-Apr-2012 By Elaine Watson

Plant protein specialist Burcon has failed to reach a deal to commercialize its ‘invisible’ pea protein isolate Peazazz before the exclusivity period with a potential partner lapsed.

Superfood alert: Could Moringa oleifera be the next baobab?

13-Apr-2012 By Elaine Watson

A nutrient powerhouse to rival baobab, Moringa oleifera is starting to attract growing interest in the US dietary supplement and food industry, with a segment due to air on Dr Oz tonight predicted to prompt a surge in demand.

Line between cereal bars and energy/nutrition bars is blurring, says report

04-Apr-2012 By Elaine Watson

While the food bar market has traditionally been split into two distinct categories: cereal/granola bars and energy/nutrition bars; the boundaries between them are becoming increasingly blurred, according to a new report.

Canola protein ceo: ‘The market is starving for new non-animal protein sources’

03-Apr-2012 By Elaine Watson

The chief executive of BioExx - a Canadian firm trying to bring canola protein to the mass market - says he is convinced it can be even bigger than soy, despite the frustratingly slow pace of progress on the commercialization front.

Dispatches from IFT Wellness 2012

IFT Wellness 2012 trend watch: Protein is hot hot hot

03-Apr-2012 By Elaine Watson

Once the preserve of sweaty men pumping iron, protein has emerged from an image overhaul as the ingredient of choice for food developers targeting consumers of all ages and both genders keen to battle the bulge and stay strong, according to one trends...

Pulses: Healthy potential – but still challenging for the American palate

26-Mar-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Pulses could be used in a wide range of products to answer demands for healthier and gluten-free foods, but their flavor and texture is still challenging for many Americans, experts at the Research Chefs Association annual conference said on Saturday.

Tannins show promise for allergen-free peanut products

22-Mar-2012 By Nathan Gray

The use of tannic acid could help to reduce the allergic potential of products that contain peanut proteins, say researchers.

2012 World’s Most Ethical list: Solae still the lone ingredients company

20-Mar-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

For the third year running, soy ingredients company Solae has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the World’s Most Ethical (WME) companies, but it is still the only food ingredients company on the list.

BioExx: ‘This is the biggest opportunity in the protein market in 50 years’

05-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

Results of a new feasibility study prove that there are “compelling returns” to be made from canola protein, according to BioExx Specialty Proteins.

ADM exit does not mean there is no demand for canola protein, insists Burcon

29-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

Canadian plant protein specialist Burcon NutraScience says it remains confident of finding a new partner to commercialize its canola proteins after it emerged that ADM will not now be taking the proteins to market – after eight years of talks.

Clarisoy ‘invisible’ protein set for summer launch, says ADM

21-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

Clarisoy, the invisible protein developed by Burcon and commercialized by ADM, will be available in commercial quantities by the summer, ADM has revealed.

Just a matter of time before canola protein enters the major league, says BioExx

30-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

"At least 12 major players in the food industry" are testing canola protein from BioExx, while a tie up with Century Foods to develop canola-protein-based sports products is also progressing well, claims the veggie protein specialist.

Fermented soy’s fat busting potential linked to genes

27-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

The ability of a fermented soy product to reduce body fat levels may be linked to a person’s genetics, says a new study from South Korea.

Egg laying hen welfare proposal prompts diverse criticism

26-Jan-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Proposed legislation to formalize an agreement over welfare conditions for egg laying hens been criticized by farmers for involving the politics of animal welfare, and an animal welfare organization for endorsing “abusive confinement systems”.

House bill aims to formalize improved egg laying hen conditions

25-Jan-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

A bipartisan group of Representatives has proposed a bill aiming to standardize improved conditions for egg laying hens across the country, in an effort to avoid a patchwork of state laws.

'Extraordinary outcome' for NutraCea as it pays off all of its creditors

20-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Stabilized rice bran (SRB) specialist NutraCea has finally paid off all of its creditors 14 months after emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Almond milk catching up with soy as favorite non-dairy milk alternative

20-Jan-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Almond milk was the fastest growing non-dairy milk alternative in 2011 in sales and popularity, as consumer awareness of plant-based milk health benefits has grown, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.

BioExx completes GRAS notification process for canola proteins

10-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

BioExx has received a no objections letter from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to its GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) notification for canola proteins Isolexx and Vitalexx.

New mechanism reveals link between maternal diet and diabetes

10-Jan-2012 By Nathan Gray

Mothers who consume a poor diet through pregnancy risk leaving their children less able to store fats correctly in later life, leading to a higher risk of diabetes, according to new research in rats.

Calories alone, not protein, responsible for body fat increases, says research

04-Jan-2012 By Nathan Gray

Calorie consumption alone is responsible for increase in body fat, whilst protein intake may contribute to changes in energy expenditure, according to new research.

US egg Salmonella prevention guidance issued

02-Jan-2012 By Mark Astley

New US guidance on the prevention of Salmonella Enteritidis in eggs through improved bio-security measures has been published, with the intention of preventing cross contamination.

Food giants accuse egg producers of a decade of price fixing

14-Dec-2011 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

A group of the biggest packaged food companies in the United States has filed a lawsuit against major US egg producers, accusing them of fixing prices for at least a decade.

Pulse flours key to ‘stealth nutrition’ projects, says Pulse Canada

12-Dec-2011 By Elaine Watson

Pulse-based ingredients could help food manufacturers deliver significant nutritional improvements to everything from granola bars to chicken nuggets by ‘stealth’ if formulators knew what to do with them, according to pulse industry body Pulse Canada.

New research programme may boost algae ingredient supply chain

09-Dec-2011 By Nathan Gray

A new research project led by TNO could help to create a more robust and industrially viable algae ingredient supply chain, says the Dutch research group.

NutraCea reports 'significant progress' on rice protein project with DSM

28-Nov-2011 By Elaine Watson

Stabilized rice bran maker NutraCea will update the market on the progress of its R&D tie-up with DSM to develop protein from rice bran in the first half of 2012.

CHS to acquire Israeli soy protein company Solbar for $133m

25-Nov-2011 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The United States’ biggest farmer-owned cooperative CHS Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire soy protein company Solbar for $133m, sending share prices in the Israeli company soaring.

BioExx seeks partner as new boss signals change in strategy

16-Nov-2011 By Elaine Watson

BioExx has signaled a change in strategy after admitting its decision to manufacture its own canola proteins - rather than license its technology and let others make them – may not have been the right one.

Big Interview: Johann Tergesen, president, Burcon NutraScience

Plant protein, the final frontier: From canola to flax, hemp and pea

31-Oct-2011

If there’s a plant with protein in it, Burcon NutraScience has probably had a good shot at extracting it. But is the market ready for flax protein isolate? Elaine Watson caught up with president and chief operating officer Johann Tergesen to find out.

Production re-starts at canola protein maker BioExx as headhunter is called in to recruit new boss

05-Oct-2011 By Elaine Watson

Production has re-commenced at the Saskatoon plant of Canadian canola protein specialist BioExx following a shutdown while bosses upgraded facilities to boost production capacity and efficiency.

Bleaching flaxseed meal improves food ingredient uses: Study

30-Sep-2011 By Nathan Gray

Lightening the colour of protein rich flaxseed meal by bleaching it with hydrogen peroxide will improve the potential for using it as an ingredient in foods, say researchers.

Solae raises prices by 8% - but says soy still ‘stable choice’ for food manufacturers

02-Sep-2011 By Elaine Watson

Soy “continues to be a more stable choice for food companies” than dairy or meat protein, a leading soy ingredients supplier has insisted after raising prices for the second time this year.

Canola protein hits big time as Century seals deal with BioExx

11-Jul-2011 By Elaine Watson

A new range of foods and supplements based on canola protein is being developed by Hormel Foods’ Century Foods International division following a deal with protein specialist BioExx.

ADM hails ‘timely’ soy protein launch for stealth nutrition in beverages

06-Jul-2011 By Elaine Watson

ADM has yet to determine pricing for its ‘invisible’ new soy protein Clarisoy, but says it will provide a cost-effective alternative to whey for firms looking to add high-quality protein by stealth to juices, sports drinks or clear beverages.

‘Horrifying loss’ of muscle mass should serve as wake-up call, academic

28-Jun-2011 By Elaine Watson

Bed rest studies revealing a “horrifying” loss of muscle mass in older people after just a few days of inactivity should serve as a wake-up call for industry to put tackling sarcopenia higher up the priority list, scientists have argued.

Are all protein sources equal for weight management?

24-Jun-2011 By Stephen Daniells

The scientific literature supports a role for high protein diets to boost a feeling of fullness and enhance weight loss, but the source of protein – animal or plant – does not seem to affect the potential benefits, says a new review.

Taurine may inhibit acrylamide formation: Study

13-Jun-2011 By Stephen Daniells

Taurine, an ingredient most famously linked to energy drinks, may help reduce levels of acrylamide in foods, suggests new research from China.

“High-quality” protein demand set to boom: Report

09-Jun-2011 By Shane Starling

The rise of protein as a nutrient that can assist weight management will drive the quality protein market to new heights, according to a new report.

Solbar seeks to strengthen position in US health and nutrition market

07-Jun-2011 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Israeli soy ingredients company Solbar is looking to expand its presence in the United States, where it sees particular opportunities for non-GM and hexane-free protein isolates in the health and nutrition market.

Low-cost, fat-free fish protein facility gets go ahead

27-May-2011 By Stephen Daniells

Bluewave Marine Ingredients’ new food-grade facility in Peru will soon start production of its fat-free, membrane-refined fish protein and fish peptide products, offering the food industry ‘new opportunities and applications’.

Big interview: Kevin Brennan, Quorn Foods

New owner predicts ‘significant growth’ for Quorn in US

02-May-2011 By Elaine Watson

The US market has moved sharply up the priority list for meat-free brand Quorn following a change in ownership, with bosses now aiming to increase the amount of products manufactured Stateside.

Asia continues to dominate soy milk consumption

20-Apr-2011 By Shane Starling

Eight of the top 12 soy drink consuming countries are Asian with Hong Kong residents consuming the most at 17 litres per year each, according to TetraPak data.