PepsiCo seeks to patent ‘biological method for preparing Reb M’
PepsiCo is seeking to patent a technique of producing the sugary-tasting steviol glycoside Reb M via an enzymatic method that delivers "higher purity at a lower cost.”
Archives for August 8, 2017
Hampton Creek explores the potential of mung bean protein isolate
Mung bean protein has potential applications in everything from egg substitutes to pasta and ice cream, says Hampton Creek, which has just received a 'no questions' letter from the FDA responding to its determination that its proprietary mung bean...
Ancient grain freekeh offers solutions to modern day consumer problems
With its “chameleon-like” versatility, nutrient-density and strong structural integrity, the ancient grain freekeh is a triple threat to many modern day eating woes that plague time-crunched consumers seeking something healthy and fast, according to the...
Spam maker to expand factory and create 380 jobs
A subsidiary of Hormel Foods, the company behind canned meat Spam, plans to expand its manufacturing plant in Kansas, US, adding up to 380 jobs.
Lightlife’s new Veggie Deli Slices eschew imitating animal proteins to celebrate vegetables
As flexitarian, vegetarian and vegan diets continue to gain traction, Lightlife is recasting plant-based protein from the lesser role of understudy or “alternate” to animal protein, and making it – and the fruits, vegetables and legumes it comes from –...