30 May 2022
Ingredient Focus - Pectin 101
What is pectin, and how does it work? What are the pros and cons of using it? Let’s dive into the world of pectin and answer some of your common questions.
Trends & insights
Get in-depth insights into the latest food and nutrition ingredient trends, expert analysis & recommendations.
12 May 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Immunity Goes Mainstream
The pandemic has elevated the importance of immunity amongst consumers, presenting brands with an opportunity to create accessible immune health products.
14 Apr 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Ingredient Provenance
Formulating with ingredients of provenance and telling unique stories about the background of a product can help them stand out. Provenance elevates the product’s premium credentials and differentiates it from the competition.
15 Mar 2022
What You Need to Know About the Xanthan Gum Shortage
The global shortages of Xanthan gum will likely continue for months. This brief article provides a rundown on what you need to consider when looking for potential replacements.
11 Mar 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Healthier Yoghurt
How can you ensure your yoghurt product stands out on the shelves? This report looks into what consumers are looking for in yoghurts, and how some brands are responding to these demands for healthier yoghurt.
02 Mar 2022
What To Consider When Fortifying an Oat Beverage
When it comes to the fortification of an oat beverage, it can be tricky to know what you can and can’t use to abide by FSANZ. Our expert food technologist Grace, has you covered!
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08 Feb 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Heat Resistant Postbiotics
With consumers growing awareness of the gut microbiome's fundamental role in their health, many people recognise the need to support their digestive system. Postbiotics is tipped to become the next ingredient for gut health.
27 Jan 2022
Techniques to Match Colour Shade in Food
Matching and changing colours in processed foods can be a complex task. So let our applications technologist, Elise Waddell, walk you through the techniques to make your job easier!
11 Jan 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Consumer Drivers in 2022
In our first Trend Watch report for 2022, we dive into what is predicted to drive consumer behaviour in the coming year.
22 Dec 2021
Alcohol-Free Beverages: A Year in Review
Gone are the days of sickly-sweet mocktails or club sodas – alcohol-free options have exploded in 2021. Find out what the biggest changes were for this trending category, and see our predictions for what’s next.