Molecular farming egg protein to enter baking market
PoLoPo signed a Memorandum of Understanding with CSM Ingredients to join efforts in bringing PoLoPo’s egg-free egg protein grown in potatoes to the commercial baking market.
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Fi Europe gears up for its biggest edition yet
Fi Europe is gearing up for its biggest and best year ever, its organizer anticipates. More than 1,500 exhibitors and a program of expert presentations are a part of the fair taking place from November 19 to 21. Over 25,000 visitors from 135 countries are expected to attend.
Fedima GA 2024 breaks participation records
Fedima members and the wider bakery industry network gathered in Istanbul to discuss drivers of change in the sector and the industry’s priorities, at the annual General Assembly (September 18-20).
Fedima highlights 2023-2024 work in Annual Report
Fedima published its latest digital report for 2023-2024, highlighting its community work and latest projects. For the past year, the organization’s Technical Committee carried out work on labeling in an effort to find a common approach to Precautionary Allergen Labeling (PAL).
Four new categories for Fi Europe Innovation Awards
Entries have opened for the food ingredient industry’s awards, with nine accolades for the taking and a submission deadline of September 6.
Fedima publishes responsible sourcing code of conduct
Fedima published an industry-wide Code of Conduct for Responsible Sourcing in the bakery ingredients industry, aimed at Fedima members and all suppliers of the bakery and patisserie industry in Europe. The Code of Conduct provides responsible sourcing standards and guidance for their implementation.
IPCO to highlight improvements in productivity at Fispal
At Fispal Sao Paulo, Brazil, IPCO will showcase high-productivity solutions for baking and chocolate forming, including demonstrations of its Rotoform chocolate chip depositor. The company will also introduce the latest addition to its range of conveyor components – a new belt tracking solution –highlighting the benefits of wraparound service support.
Getting a good grasp of chocolate
Chocolate coating is a tasty addition to bakery goods, but it also creates challenges when handling compounds in the manufacturing process. A good understanding of the desired result and how to work with chocolate are key to a successful outcome.
Thomas Leaffre interview: “Alone, you go faster; but, together, you go further!”
The new President of Fedima, Thomas Lesaffre, shared his views on the role of the association in defending the industry and the work ahead, in support of the organization’s members, their customers and the consumer.
FEDIMA appoints Thomas Lesaffre as president
Fedima nominated its new President, Vice-President, and Treasurer, appointed for a three-year mandate to guide the Board and the association’s work. The new leadership, decided during the recently elected Board’s meeting, includes Thomas Lesaffre of Lesaffre as President, Juan Carlos Puente of Zeelandia as Vice-President, and Carl Horrobin of ABIM as Treasurer.
ProSweets 2024: IPCO highlights chocolate depositor
AT ProSweets, IPCO will showcase the IPCO Rotoform HP rotary drop depositor for chocolate chip production and an advanced piston depositor. The Rotoform HP (High Performance) is the latest model in this series and was specifically designed for chocolate processing. The dosing unit will be showcased with live demonstrations at the trade show in Cologne (Hall 10.1, Stand G080).
Loryma launches plant-based egg substitute for baked goods
Ingredient specialist Loryma is expanding its wheat-based portfolio with a functional mix that is free of animal ingredients, as well as artificial colorings, flavorings and preservatives. The vegan, wheat-based Lory® Stab replicates the technological properties of egg or milk in bakery products. Products made with this base ingredient, such as muffins, sponge cakes, cake bases or lava cakes, have the typical airy texture, light crumb and consistent pore structure.
