Ingredion's Sue Bancroft considers how brands are keeping up with the growth in clean label and plant-based snacking behaviours as consumers search for treats with specific health benefits.

Armored Fresh has announced the launch of its new clean label protein brand, Piilk, making its debut in the US with a high-protein beverage line.

Danone has entered into an agreement to acquire UK plant-based functional nutrition brand Huel in a deal reportedly worth around €1 billion.

A study from researchers in the US is exploring the potential of rice proteins in the development of hypoallergenic and sustainable cheese alternatives.

Marine Biologics has announced the launch of SeaTex, a patent-pending, high-performance seaweed powder designed for protein stabilisation.

Sirio Europe has announced the launch of LifeChews – a patented, plant-based, chewable ‘jelly tablet’ format suitable for delivering a wide range of active ingredients.

Novella Innovative Technology has appointed nutraceutical industry veteran Antonio Martinez Descalzo as chief executive officer.

Swedish precision fermentation start-up Melt&Marble has secured self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status in the US for its MeltyMarble fat solution.

Louis Dreyfus Company has begun commissioning a new pea protein isolate production facility in Canada.