Are Insects and Algae the Future of Pet Food? Here’s the missing link your R&D has been looking for.
42% of pet owners now prioritize spending on high-quality nutrition, fueling interest in organic, natural, and minimally processed pet food. Pet parents are becoming increasingly attentive to their pets’ health. This shift pushes R&D teams to explore gut-health formulations and bioavailable nutrients that improve digestion and immunity in companion animals. With pet obesity rates exceeding […]
Nestlé and Danone’s Baby Steps Towards Solving Digestibility & Allergy Issues in Infant Nutrition
In 2022, Abbott’s formula contamination led to a $170 million sales drop in the U.S. in one quarter. This opened the market for infant nutrition companies like Nestle and Danone to fill the gap with safer and more compliant formulas. Nestlé developed age-specific formulas with the right protein and fat to help infant growth and […]
These Startups are solving the demand for organic infant nutrition in 2025
New Zealand Milk Products(NZMP) by Fonterra reports that approximately 78% of consumers prioritize organic infant nutrition products for environmental and health concerns. This shift has pressured infant nutrition companies to innovate quickly while navigating strict regulations and rising costs. Startups like NGeneBio and Nunona are offering personalized nutrition solutions and plant-based formulas. By addressing sustainability […]
Vegan Probiotic Trends to Watch in 2026
Dairy-based products currently dominate the probiotics market, accounting for 80% of the segment. GreyB found that approximately 50% of new patents filed are moving toward these vegan solutions. Pioneering brewers like Kitaoka Honten and establishments like the Korea Institute of Science & Technology are developing newer vegan probiotic solutions. This article discusses the latest vegan probiotic trends in […]
Nestlé, BASF, and Others Move Beyond Fermentation for Affordable HMOs in Infant Formula
Replicating the benefits of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in infant formula is costly and has limited scalability. Traditional fermentation struggles with high expenses. Safety concerns over synthetic alternatives further complicate the development of practical solutions. Advancements in HMO production are beginning to address these roadblocks. For instance, Genechem Inc.’s new method for producing 3-fucosyllactose (3-FL) […]
Nurturing Nutrition: Advancing Infant Nutrition through Strategic Partnerships
Despite the remarkable progress made in reducing global hunger and malnutrition, the statistics remain alarming, especially for children. According to the Global Network Against Food Crises, 36 million children worldwide suffer from acute malnutrition. Recognizing the urgency of this global crisis, forward-thinking companies and startups like Nutricia and Maeil Dairies are forming strategic collaborations and […]
Top Trends in GLP-1 Foods Every Researcher Should Be Tracking Right Now
The rising use of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy isn’t just a medical trend; it’s also changing the landscape of the food and beverage industry. According to a 2024 survey by Morgan Stanley Research, 59% of individuals on anti-obesity medication are drinking more tap or still water, 66% are consuming less soda and […]
Innovations in Allergy-free infant food for 2025
The number of children experiencing food allergies has been growing about four times faster than the population for at least 20 years, which has led to an increased demand for allergy-free foods. These specially formulated food products are designed for infants at risk of or diagnosed with food allergies. Companies like Nestle, BCD Bioscience Inc., […]
Which Dairy Trends Are Worth Building For in 2026? These 5 Are Backed by Consumer and Patent Data
Bet on the wrong trend, and 18 months later, you’re explaining why it didn’t work in the boardroom, instead of celebrating product success. Kerry learned this the hard way. In March 2024, the company launched Smug Dairy, a hybrid line blending oats and traditional dairy to appeal to flexitarian consumers. Yet barely 18 months later, […]
5 Healthy Food & Beverage Trends to Foresee in 2025
The healthy foods industry is growing rapidly and is projected to reach a market value of approximately $1.4 trillion by 2027! Consumers are increasingly seeking products containing organic, low-carb, dairy- and gluten-free characteristics. Being health conscious is the new post-pandemic normal. According to Archer-Daniels-Midland, approximately 31% of consumers buy more products tailored to their health, […]