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BYU researchers breed hybrid quinoa to combat global food insecurity
Quinoa, that nutty sweet seed we curiously refer to as a grain, has shot up the food chain from obscure California-hipster dish to an American culinary mainstay. Its popularity has now reached the level that the people who decide such things have officially ascribed a national day in January to institutionalize its consumption, which, unlike other arbitrary consumer days (looking at you, Slurpee Day), might actually be a good thing, considering the seed’s impressive profile of nutrition, with B vitamins, fiber, minerals and protein. Add to that its quick cook time and immense versatility. There’s a team of researchers at
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9 new items trending on global menus
Photo illustration by Nico Heins Winter menus in the U.S. are showcasing a lot of comfort foods, healthier options and low- or no-proof beverages. These items are also trending on chain menus in other parts of the world, often showcasing local flavors and ingredients. But a look at Technomic’s latest Global Menu Innovation report reveals some pretty far-out applications for these trends. One of these may provide inspiration for a future LTO here. Fettucine Carbonara Chicken Tacos sound like something Taco Bell may offer for a limited time, but this mashup is actually on the menu at Milky Lane in
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Big topics from around the world in 2021: Ethylene oxide, COVID-19 impact, global outbreaks
– ANALYSIS – A trio of issues that featured in the news agenda of 2020 carried into 2021 and none of them are out of sight yet. Coronavirus, the United Kingdom leaving the European Union, and ethylene oxide contamination are sure to demand coverage as we head into 2022. 2021 also gave us a glimpse into how pathogens don’t respect borders, Group B Streptococcus in Hong Kong, edible insect developments, and another year of big Salmonella outbreaks in the UK. 1) Impact of COVID-19 measures on foodborne infections Some research has been done and more is ongoing to analyze the
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Food Flavors and Additives Software Market 2021 Global Analysis With Technical Advancements By Key Companies : Fufeng, Meihua, Ajinomoto Group
What is the global Food Flavors and Additives market like today? This research utilizes global data on the Food Flavors and Additives market. It consists of particular data approximately the industry, which include primary problems and marketplace trends. This international Food Flavors and Additives market study’s statistics and information come from a variety of platforms and sources, including official websites, publications, annual reports, and journals. Before being offered to investors and other market participants, the material in this report is evaluated by professionals and experts in the Food Flavors and Additives industry. 2020 is a year for the history books
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Suppliers delve into the hottest global food trends
20 Dec 2021 — Consumer appetite to experiment with food has never been higher, driven by the restrictions that COVID-19 has brought around. Previously well-traveled consumers have become accustomed to increased authenticity in their food and are once again open to traveling through taste. International flavors are coming to the fore, and these factors combined make fertile ground for global cuisines to germinate and blossom in markets they have not previously entered. FoodIngredientsFirst speaks with key players in the flavors arena, who share their insights on the booming space. Gilbert Verschelling, director of business development and innovation
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Global food prices are at their highest in a decade: UN | Food News
The United Nations’ Food Price Index climbed for a fourth straight month in November to its highest level since June 2011. The price of food staples continued to grow in November amid a global environment of strong demand and tight supply, according to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The FAO’s Food Price Index, which measures the monthly change in the international price of cereal, dairy, meat, vegetable oils and sugar, jumped 1.6 points in November from the previous month to 134.4. That is the highest level in a decade and the fourth consecutive month the index has
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Why Global Food Prices Continue to Climb
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. Global food prices shot up nearly 33 percent in September compared with the same period the year before. That’s according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)‘s monthly Food Price Index, which also found that global prices have risen by more than three percent since July, reaching levels not seen since 2011. The Food Price Index is designed to capture the combined outcome of changes in a range of food commodities, including vegetable oils, cereals, meat and sugar, and compare them month
