Three techniques for preserving and improving meat texture in chicken and fish
“Texture is among the most critical and perceptible meat features that influence consumers’ first impressions and final quality judgment when purchasing a meat product.” – Mir N.A., Rafiq A., Kumar, F., et al. Journal of Food Science and Technology A powerful shift towards minimally processed meat products has taken root due to consumers’ growing consciousness. […]
Seven 3D Food Printing Startups Disrupting the Food Industry
In March this year, a group of engineers successfully made a delectable cheesecake from scratch on a 3D printer. Until now, most 3D food printing was only possible for uncooked products. Columbia Engineering’s research, on the other hand, used lasers to cook the cheesecake as it prints. (Source) As the world becomes increasingly fascinated by […]
10 Alt Protein Startups taking Sustainability quite seriously
The global market for alt-protein is expected to exceed $155 billion by 2027. Environmental concerns and animal welfare are some reasons for consumers’ growing awareness of alternative proteins (alt-proteins). It seems that the food industry is taking sustainability quite seriously. Hence, to cater to consumer demands for alt-protein, food startups are trying their best to […]
Who’s Leading the Alternative Proteins Industry?
Alterations in consumer behavior and an increased interest in alternative protein sources have paved the way for expansion in the alternative protein industry. Furthermore, in 2021, the global alternative proteins market was valued at $14.76 billion and is expected to grow and reach $37.64 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 11.1%. In 2021, North […]