The global food industry is continuously expanding as there is a rise in health awareness among consumers and the introduction of nutritious food that is more focused on health benefits. Herring is one of the most abundant species of fishes in the world. Herring is a small-headed and streamlined forage fish that belongs to the Clupeidae family. These herring are also referred to as Pacific or Atlantic herring as they are associated with Pacific and the Atlantic Ocean. Herring ... Read more

Tangerine is an orange-coloured citrus fruit from the Rutaceae family. The sweetness, tender pulp and low acidity of the tangerine fruit makes it one of the most preferred citrus fruits in the world. Tangerine extract is widely used as a food flavouring agent due to its sweet and citrus taste. Tangerine extract is used in bakery, confectioneries, carbonated beverages and alcoholic beverages to intensify the taste of the product.  Moreover, tangerine extract is rich in vitamin A and C, owing ... Read more

The global fitness drive can be sensed by the spurt in the demand for health booster foods, which has further transferred its impact on the sales of ingredients including beverage encapsulants. Companies offering functional beverages have been finding more number of consumers every year, which has augmented the demand for beverage encapsulants. The demand for functional beverages has been high ... Read more

With the rapidly growing urban population, the global demand for processed food and beverages is increasing rapidly. Consumers, these days, prefer to use processed food products. In India, food processing is one of the major sectors in terms of consumption, production, growth and export. India’s food processing sector largely exports processed vegetables and fruits. As per NIAM, Guar is the second largest exported commodity by India. India is a key player in the global guar gum and  ... Read more

Centella asiatica is also known as Gotu Kola and is a small herbaceous plant. It is also a traditional medicinal herb that has been used in India, China, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Madagascar over the last century. Centella asiatica is indigenous to the Asia Pacific region, belongs to the Apiaceae family and has been long known for its faster healing properties for small wounds and scratches. The plant is ... Read more

Thyme is an aromatic herb derived from the genus Thymus. Extracts from thyme plants are used in many applications owing to their diverse range of properties and versatile applications. Thyme extract is mostly used in cosmetics, fragrances, culinary, pharmaceutical and the food & beverage industry. Increasing trend of personal grooming amongst consumers is fuelling the demand for cosmetics and personal care products, which is boosting the demand for  ... Read more

Increasing health problems and health-related awareness in the population globally has fuelled the usage of natural food ingredients such as essential oils. Hence, there is high demand in the pharmaceutical and food processing industries for natural and herbal medications. Evening primrose oil is a good substitute for other ingredients that are generally used in pharmaceutical industries since the past several years. Evening primrose oil is mainly produced from evening primrose plant seeds. ... Read more

Silybum marianum is an antioxidant-rich herb that is used for different applications such as additives in food, pharmaceutical formulations, oils and solution preparation, etc. The wide range of practical applications of the Silybum marianum leads the demand from different industries over the forecast period.The rise in the food and beverages and pharmaceutical industry is likely to expand the market for Silybum marianum as it has been used as an indirect additive in the food products such ... Read more

Among different varieties of long-grain rice, basmati rice continues to capture the highest demand owing to its superior characteristics in terms of aroma and flavor. Major cultivation of basmati rice is concentrated in India and Pakistan whereas few other South Asian countries such as Bangladesh, Vietnam and Indonesia also cultivate basmati rice, though only for self-consumption.Basmati rice is known for its good cooking qualities and good marketing value in both national and international ... Read more

The concept of functional foods focuses on using the nutritional knowledge about food to improve the health of consumers. Increase in the demand for functional foods can be attributed to their high phytochemical content. Cereals are a significant part of the daily diet and an important source of soluble as well as insoluble dietary fibers. Dietary fibers are known for their health benefits, which include lowering the risk of blood cholesterol, intestinal regulation, etc. The habitual ... Read more

Increasing soil and water pollution is adversely affecting the population globally since the past several years. This directly affects drinking water. In developing and underdeveloped countries, diarrhoea is one of the common ailments among population due to poor waste management. Most children are prone to it. Diarrhoea is the passage of three or more liquid stools per day. Diarrhoea leads to dehydration, which is a major cause of mortality among children below 5 years of age. Regions such ... Read more

The demand for flavouring agents and condiments from consumers is increasing over the past few years due to their numerous applications in food processing industries as well as households. Tamarind extract is one of the flavouring agents that enhances the texture and flavour of a variety of food products.Tamarind extract is used for the manufacturing of tamarind concentrate, which is used in for the preparation of blends for fruit juice, sauces, pickles, etc. Tamarind extract is also used as ... Read more

Vanilla is one of the most dominant flavours used in food products. Vanilla extract is an essential ingredient for baking owing to its rich taste. There is no substitute for vanilla extract, and it is an important ingredient in a large number of food products.  The real vanilla extract is made up of more than 200 organic compounds, which provides it great depth and complexity. There are three basic types of vanilla extract: Madagascar Bourbon, Tahitian, and Mexican.Vanilla extract gives a ... Read more

Vanilla is one of the most dominant flavours used in food products. Vanilla extract is an essential ingredient for baking owing to its rich taste. There is no substitute for vanilla extract, and it is an important ingredient in a large number of food products.  The real vanilla extract is made up of more than 200 organic compounds, which provides it great depth and complexity. There are three basic types of vanilla extract: Madagascar Bourbon, Tahitian, and Mexican.Vanilla extract gives a ... Read more

American spikenard extract is a medicinal herb, which is used for different applications such as additives in food, pharmaceutical formulations, oils and solutions preparation, etc. The wide range of practical applications of the American spikenard extract leads to the demand from different industries over the forecast period.The rise in the food and beverages and pharmaceutical industry is likely to expand the market for American spikenard extract as it has been used as an indirect additive ... Read more

American spikenard extract is a medicinal herb, which is used for different applications such as additives in food, pharmaceutical formulations, oils and solutions preparation, etc. The wide range of practical applications of the American spikenard extract leads to the demand from different industries over the forecast period.The rise in the food and beverages and pharmaceutical industry is likely to expand the market for American spikenard extract as it has been used as an indirect additive ... Read more

In recent years there have been a shift in demand for catering and food services market due to changing lifestyle and urbanization across the globe. Catering and food service industry offers services on contractual basis or single event basis. Catering and food service includes catering services for banquet halls, airline services, canteen catering, etc. Catering and food service does not include services such as mobile food service i.e. food trucks and food vending machine. In addition, ... Read more

The cat dry food market is highly influenced by bodies like the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO). In terms of benefits, a debate on the benefits of cat dry food and their wet counterparts has been going on for years. Cat dry food has the edge in terms of cost. Cat dry food is an economical solution and is relatively easy to store. Consumers prefer cat dry food as it can be left out all day for cats to eat. The AAFCO identifies four different categories, based on age ... Read more

asein glycomacropeptide, commonly known as GMP, refers to a bioactive peptide that is found in mammalian milk & released in whey during making of cheese. Use of casein glycomacropeptide in functional foods & beverages and dietary supplements is gaining grounds, on account of its nutrition-rich profile and multifarious benefits offered. Use of highly-purified casein glycomacropeptide for effective treatment of Phenylketonuria, an amino acid metabolism disorder, is gaining traction ... Read more

The global specialty ingredients market is anticipated to witness a hike, owing to the rising population of health-conscious consumers and their changing food preferences. Specialty ingredients are used to provide unique texture, colour, flavour, functionality, and nutrients to processed food or cooked food products. Specialty ingredients are preferred these days due to their unique features and properties, such as nutritional enhancement, colouring, emulsification, improving the stability ... Read more

China Cedar wood oil is an essential oil derived from the Chinese Cedar wood and has applications in the form of medicine due to its antibacterial and fungicide properties. Cedrol, widdrol, thujopsene, alpha cederene, beta cedrene, and a range of sesquiterpenes are the key components involved in the China Cedar wood oil. The China Cedar Wood oil has found applications in art, in industrial applications and fragrance industry. Multiple applications of the product are projected to drive the ... Read more

Bee pollen is a mixture of pollens picked by bees, bee saliva, and some nectar. Bee pollen Supplements have been popular for its high nutrient content and medicinal properties. Bee pollen supplements are known to have almost all the nutrients required by the human body. With the changing lifestyle and fast-paced life, consumers prefer to have a balanced diet. In such a scenario, bee pollen supplement is gaining popularity. Bee pollen supplements are known to have high concentrates of various ... Read more

The global gelatin market is expected to witness a boost, owing to the versatile nature and wide range of applications in various fields. Gelatin is a rich source of protein, which is a major reason that is contributing to the increased application of gelatin in dietary and nutritional supplements, leading to a hike in the demand for gelatin in the market. Gelatin is used as a texturizing and gelling agent in the food industry. Owing to the reason that gelatin is free from any preservative ... Read more

The demand for flavoring agents has been increasing among the consumers over the past years as it completes even the simple food into delicious and healthy succulent. Yeast extract is one such flavoring agent which has vital applications as a delicious condiment and texturing agent in household and industries. Yeast extract is the processed form of fresh yeast. Along with flavoring and texturing, yeast extract adds exotic aroma to the various foods including savories, soups, meat products, ... Read more

The massive rise in the food & beverages industry with increasing consumption of clean label convenience food anticipated the global demand for fennel powder has continued to rise in the forecast period. Fennel powder provides a variety of health benefits as these are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, protein and dietary fiber such as copper, iron and calcium. The innovations of the personal care industry have further inspired the growth of the international market for fennel ... Read more

Change in lifestyle, increased urbanization, and increase in working population has boosted the food processing segment in the last decade. There is increasing demand for processed food due to its ease in access and less cooking time in this paced world. Thus the market for processed food is growing at a rapid rate. Value addition is one of the promising sectors of the food processing industry. Value addition is increasing the flavor or the nutrients provided by food. All-purpose seasoning ... Read more

Dairy cream has varying standards across regions. In the U.S., dairy cream refers to a dairy product with a milk composition of at least 18%. While, in Europe, ‘cream’ refers to a product with minimal milk content. Dairy cream is widely consumed in households, with Europe being at the forefront of growth in demand. Dairy cream is consumed in several forms, which include heavy cream, double cream, clotted cream, and others. Dairy cream manufacturing is a highly regulated process, and is often ... Read more

The increasing health consciousness of consumers is fuelling the demand for sprouted grains and seeds in the market owing to their nutritional and health. Consumer shift from synthetic to natural ingredients has also helped in boosting the demand for sprouted grains and seeds. Sprouted grains and seeds are preferred over normal grains and seeds owing to their enhanced nutritional values. Every day new products are launched in the sprouted grains and seeds category owing to their high demand ... Read more

Recombined milk products reflect the growing influence across the globe, due to its intense flavor. Recombined milk products market is gaining significant demand across the globe. Increasing population and milk consumption rate will boost the global recombined milk products market in the near future. Recombined milk products are manufactured by mixing milk fat and milk solids-non-fat (MSNF), with water. This combination must be made to re-establish the specified fat to MSNF ratio and dry ... Read more

Pulses are an essential part of consumer diets across the world. Apart from being a highly rich source of protein, pulses have other nutritional benefits. For instance, they provide important vitamins, complex carbohydrates and minerals, such as iron, antioxidants & folate, owing to which there has been an increase in the demand for pulses in the global market. Moreover, pulses do not have any cholesterol and virtually no fat, owing to which they have become the preferred choice of ... Read more