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Fishmeal is produced using fish by-products from food processing and filleting industries and is mainly used as high protein (60-72%) ingredient in feed produced for farmed animals and aquaculture species. The demand for fishmeal exceeds the supply for it and therefore the feed industry has considerably changed the composition of fishmeal in feed. The fishmeal […]
Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide used as an additive in products such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and others. It is synthetized by the bacteria Xanthomonas campestris through the fermentation process. When sugar is fermented, a fluid is produced, which is solidified by adding alcohol. After that, it is rinsed, pressed, and […]
Sheep milk, also known as ewe’s milk, is obtained from domestic sheep. Several sheep breeds are farmed to get wool and are further used for meat and milk; however, a few specialized breeds are only utilized for commercial dairy products as they have a higher yield and longer lactating period. Sheep milk has been utilized […]
It is crucial for the food & beverages industry players to differentiate their products from products offered by other players, along with adding value to their existing product line, to sustain market competition. Food & beverage manufacturers identify food inclusions as time-saving and economical way of bringing innovations in their existing products, as while […]
Soluble dietary fibers are used as an additive to foods, and they also promote the colonic health, along with bifidobacterial or lactobacillus stimulation in the gut, coronary artery health, lowers cholesterol, and glucose metabolism. Moreover, soluble dietary fibers contribute to weight management and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Water-soluble dietary fiber is considered as […]
Smallholder tobacco farmers often have low incomes, high expenditure on resources, high cost of land maintenance, and no reliable and sustainable food supply for their families because tobacco is grown in a specific season. Food insecurity and poverty are of concern in many of the world’s largest tobacco-growing countries, as increasing tobacco production diverts agricultural […]
Stevia is basically a natural sweetener which is used as a substitute for sugar and is derived from the leaves of the plant species Stevia rebaudiana which are mostly grown in Brazil and Paraguay. The active compounds present are the steviol glycosides which makes stevia 30 to 150 times sweeter than sugar along with being […]
Hemp derivatives derived from Hemp is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant species which is basically grown for industrial use of its derived products. Hemp is one of the first plants that was spun to form a usable fiber. Hemp derivatives such as hemp-CBD oil, hemp fibers, and hemp seed oil finds its application […]
Microalgae-based Products or bio-based chemicals are defined as those categories of chemicals, which are synthesized from renewable sources such as agricultural feedstock, agricultural waste, organic waste products, biomass, and microorganisms. Microalgae-based Products are categorized as sustainable and environment-friendly chemicals which emits fewer carbon footprints as compared to traditional petro-based chemicals. Some of the most widely […]
Moringa plant often called as drumstick tree has numerous health benefits. Moringa ingredients such as leaf powder, moringa oil, and moringa seeds are extensively used across various industries such as food & beverages, pharmaceutical & nutraceutical, and personal care industries owing to its antifungal, antidepressant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, moringa contains various nutrients such as […]