Discover Vegebrite Orange Carrot and Vegebrite Golden Yellow, natural, carrot-derived colouring food solutions from Givaudan Sense Colour. Rich in warm carotenes, these concentrated liquid and powder options deliver vibrant, clean-label colour across bakery, dairy, beverages, confectionery and desserts.

Reuters has reported that cocoa stocks in the Ivory Coast are piling up as exporters resist the fixed farmgate price, disrupting global chocolate supply.

Italian researchers tested whether bitter wormwood extract can be used in biscuits without affecting quality. Using alginate microencapsulation, they showed that key bitter compounds survive baking and can be added with only minor sensory impact.

Tufts University researchers have engineered bacteria to produce tagatose, a naturally rare sugar that is 92% as sweet as table sugar but contains 60% fewer calories. The biosynthetic method achieves 95% yield efficiency, significantly exceeding conventional manufacturing processes.

Tritordeum sourdough combines traditional fermentation with enhanced nutrition. This novel cereal delivers improved protein digestibility, increased antioxidants, better mineral bioavailability and supports gut health through SCFA production, offering a sustainable, clean-label breadmaking solution.

Leaft Foods has commenced commercial production of Leaf Rubisco Protein from Canterbury alfalfa, partnering with Foodstuffs South Island to trial the non-allergenic ingredient as an egg protein replacement in commercial bakery products including cakes and muffins.

The bread aisle is evolving. As consumers reassess their relationship with staple foods, manufacturers face a pressing question: how do you remain relevant when 13% of your customer base has stopped buying your core product altogether?

Discover how ancient Roman ingredients are revolutionising modern bakery. Acorn and carob flours offer sustainable, nutrient-rich alternatives to traditional cereals, perfect for both conventional and gluten-free breads with exceptional health benefits and unique flavors.