Starch from the seeds of loquat (Eriobothrya japonica) showed stability to heat than conventional starch sources, and could “represent a promising alternative to chemically modified starches”.
Health and wellness must be collectively addressed and space must be made for improved dialogue and policy development between industry and the public sector, says the president of the Alliance of Food and Beverage Associations in Latin America (ALAIAB).
Consumers in Latin America want healthy food and beverages made in a sustainable and transparent way and expectations are much higher than the global average, says consulting major Edelman.
The United Kingdom wants to drive up food and beverage exports to Latin America but high tariffs and complex trade barriers may make market penetration hard, says UK industry head.
A new project from the Livelihoods Fund for Family Farming is aiming to create a huge organic food production hub around Rio de Janeiro by enabling smallholder farmers to adopt a 100% chemical-free agriculture.
Industry and governments must unite to address the astonishing problem of obesity in Latin America and a focus on early-life nutrition must be prioritized, says a food policy expert.
Male and female consumers in Brazil have different tastes and priorities with bakery products and manufacturers must consider this when innovating, says Mintel.
Naturex has expanded its regional application network with two laboratories in Latin America that it hopes will spur growth and deepen presence in the region.
Latin American manufacturers can thrive in the fast-expanding global halal market, especially by targeting the booming UAE region, say industry experts.
A team from the University of Santiago, Chile has developed a method to culture the native maqui berry in vitro and extract a phenol-rich compound for use in foods.
DuPont Nutrition & Health has received a patent certification on its PowerMill enzyme, with the research supporting the IP led by a Brazilian development team.
Latin American consumers across all demographics are interested in spending money on premium grocery products, particularly dairy, presenting strong opportunities for industry, according to Nielsen.
Food giant Nestlé announced the acquisition of a majority stake in LatAm’s Terrafertil, a company selling natural, organic, plant-based foods and healthy snacks.
Genetic engineering of corn to produce the amino acid methionine may benefit millions of people across South America who depend on the corn as a staple.
An exudate gum from Argentine mesquite (Prosopis alba) may protect fish oils in alginate beads, and open up new fortification opportunities, says a new study from Argentina.
American brands eyeing the plentiful opportunities in Latin America must understand and adapt to the wealthy ideals widespread among consumers, a marketing expert says.
Brazil must shift its organic strengths towards secondary production, the animal sector and functional ingredients if it wants to secure a brighter future, says the executive director of Organics Brasil.
Agri-giant Cargill has announced it has suspended sourcing palm oil from Reforestadora de Palmas del Petén, S.A (REPSA) after the Guatemalan supplier failed to meet Cargill’s sustainable palm oil policy.
Netherlands-based Barentz International has announced a strategic partnership with Deltagen Group to expand both companies’ presence across Latin America and The Caribbean region.
With an emphasis on meals, meal times, and cooking at home and less ‘ultra-processed’ food, are the 2014 dietary guidelines in Brazil changing how the nation eats?
With inflation rates shrinking (but still high), economic conditions in Argentina are improving. And with the government taking on export taxes and import restrictions, the future is looking rosier for the country.
Convenience is a dominating factor influencing which foods and beverages shoppers in Mexico buy – even beating out innovation and authenticity, which also weigh heavily in the decision-making process, according to a recent Culinary Visions Panel.
With unemployment rates approaching 14% after two years of recession, Brazil’s economy is projected to grow by less than 0.5% in 2017, while the president has become embroiled in a corruption scandal some commentators fear could endanger an economic recovery....
