Supply Chain & Distribution
Raw material supply chain disruptions: key drivers and impacts
The 2026 French corn harvest fell below 7 million tonnes, about half its typical output and the lowest production level in fifty years…
GRAS status notification factors for novel botanical ingredients
The FDA’s proposed rule published on August 11, 2026, would change how manufacturers document GRAS conclusions for food ingredients: notifications, which have been voluntary, would become mandatory.
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Nutraceuticals & Actives
Collagen peptide bioavailability: clinical data and absorption rates
Hydrolyzed collagen peptides in the 2,000–5,000 Dalton range are absorbed as free amino acids and small peptides. In a blinded crossover…
Food & Beverage Ingredients
Pea versus soy protein isolate in dairy formulation stability
Soy protein isolate typically contains more than 90% protein. Pea protein isolate (PPI) generally contains 80% to 85%. That difference…
Market Trends & Business
Ingredient supply chain risks: a framework for assessment
In an industry survey, 46% of respondents identified monitoring supplier performance and safety incidents as the most critical factor in…