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Tetra Pak accelerates action towards reduced littering and sustainable future

Tetra Pak announced it is ready to deploy its portfolio of tethered cap solutions. The portfolio brings numerous benefits to food and beverage manufacturers and consumers, as the company builds on its vision of the most sustainable food package.

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Brazil: Supply of early varieties begins to increase in BR; pandemic limits demand

The supply of early citrus fruits was increasing in São Paulo State (SP) in late March, while the demand from juice processors was lower, and businesses were facing a new period of restrictive measures to fight covid-19 in Brazil.

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Enroot launches with wellness teas rooted in heritage and flavour

Enroot launched its much-anticipated line of small-batch, slowly cold brewed, organic sparkling teas. The new beverages, consisting of five unique blends, pay homage to co-founder Cristina Patwa’s grandmother and her legacy as a farmer and food entrepreneur in the Philippines.

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Southern Hemisphere Fruit Trade Congress highlighted key priorities of SHAFFE in 2021

First Southern Hemisphere Fruit Trade Congress highlighted the key priorities of the Southern Hemisphere Association of Fresh Fruit Exporters (SHAFFE) in its strategy for 2021 – 2023 and served as a platform for announcing a new cooperation agreement with the Chinese fruit importing industry.

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01.04.2021

T. Hasegawa USA introduces new Boostract natural flavour modifier

California-based company aims to revolutionize how consumers experience food and beverage products with natural modifier that enhances flavour, amplifies taste characteristics and improves “Kokumi” mouthfeel effect.

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01.04.2021

Electrolit hydration beverage launches Zero calorie line in the U.S.

Electrolit – the preferred, premium hydration beverage made from pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients – announced the launch of the Zero line in response to growing consumer demand for lower calorie, lower sugar functional beverages.

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01.04.2021

DSM acquires Flavor & Fragrance bio-based intermediates business from Amyris

Royal DSM, a global science-based company in Nutrition, Health and Sustainable Living, announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire the flavour and fragrance (F&F) bio-based intermediates business of Amyris, Inc., which extends DSM’s offerings in Aroma Ingredients with bio-based ingredients for the flavour …

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29.03.2021

AGRANA starts production of fruit preparations in Japan

The fruit, starch and sugar group AGRANA is extending its presence in Asia and acquiring the fruit preparations business of the local food producer Taiyo Kagaku Co. Ltd. AGRANA Fruit Japan Ltd. will be starting with the production of fruit preparations on 1 April and therefore now includes a fourth Asian country in addition to China, India and South Korea.

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25.03.2021

Interpoma, Fiera Bolzano announces the dates of the 13th edition

The next edition of Interpoma, the only international trade show dedicated to the apple sector, will take place in 2022, from November 17th -19th.

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25.03.2021

SIG is first in the beverage carton industry to partner with customers through AIM-Progress

SIG announced it is the first in the beverage carton industry to become a member of AIM-Progress, a global forum of leading fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturers and common suppliers, assembled to enable and promote responsible sourcing practices and sustainable supply chains.

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25.03.2021

Doctor-formulated probiotic brand, Doctor’s Biome now available in Canada

Doctor’s Biome, a leader in clinically validated juice-based probiotics, founded by a group of doctors and scientists now offers shipping to Canada. “We are extremely excited to be able to expand into Canada and offer this unique, one of a kind probiotic,” says Dr. Howard Robins, the Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer.

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24.03.2021

AGRANA 2020/21: EBIT 10 % below prior year

To date, AGRANA had been expecting an overall annual EBIT in 2020/21 of at least € 87.1 million. Following a provisional review of the figures, the Group is now expected to achieve provisional earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) in its 2020/21 financial year in an amount of € 78.7 million (prior year: € 87.1 million).

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23.03.2021

Uwe Keiter joins A+F Automation + Fördertechnik as New Vice President Sales and Business Development

Since March 01, 2021, Uwe Keiter has been actively supporting A+F Automation + Fördertechnik GmbH, Kirchlengern, as new Vice President Sales and Business Development. He succeeds Uwe Hüsener who retires at the end of 2021.

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19.03.2021

FRUIT PROCESSING 3/2021 is available!

The current issue FRUIT PROCESSING 3/2021 is available in your account with your individual login data. Furthermore this issue is available in our online shop.

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19.03.2021

FRUIT LOGISTICA SPECIAL EDITION 2021 cannot take place

Messe Berlin is cancelling its FRUIT LOGISTICA SPECIAL EDITION 2021 on 18-20 May 2021 because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in Europe and the rest of the world.

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Lower exports of Brazilian FCOJ

The Brazilian exports of Frozen Concentrate Orange Juice (FCOJ) equivalent are currently 17 % lower than that in the previous season, according to Secex. Between July 2020 and February 2021 (2020/21 season), shipments totaled 670.7 thousand tons.

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JBT acquires AutoCoding Systems Ltd, a leading provider of label inspection and verification systems

JBT Corporation, a global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry, has announced the acquisition of AutoCoding Systems Ltd, a leading provider of software solutions for the automated set-up and control of end-of-line packaging devices.

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PepsiCo’s latest innovation Neon Zebra™ is primed to disrupt the cocktail mixer category

PepsiCo is shaking up the cocktail mixer category with the launch of Neon Zebra, a new line of non-alcoholic cocktail mixers with a vibrant personality that offers a shortcut to great-tasting-cocktails in seconds.

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“Keeping the world supplied” – 1st virtual annual southern hemisphere fresh fruit trade congress

SHAFFE – The Southern Hemisphere Association of Fresh Fruit Exporters will launch its very first Annual Southern Hemisphere Fresh Fruit Trade congress at the 25th of March 2021. With the defining theme “Keeping the world supplied”, this first edition will be dedicated to give exclusive insights …

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AROL solution for returnable bottles

More and more reuse and recycling schemes for beverage packaging are seen as efficient tools for reducing the environmental impact of packaging systems and for increasing their resource efficiency.

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17.03.2021

Exhibitor registration for interpack 2023 is open now

Interested companies from the packaging industry and the associated processing industry can register for interpack 2023 online at www.interpack.com right now. The trade fair will take place from 04 to 10 May 2023 at the Düsseldorf Trade Fair Centre.

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16.03.2021

Symrise delivers reliable, profitable growth during the exceptional year 2020

Symrise AG reliably continued its profitable growth course in 2020 despite the challenging environment. The Group increased its sales by 3.3 % to € 3,520 million taking into account portfolio and currency translation effects.

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16.03.2021

Freshfel Europe welcomes UK announcement to postpone new import requirements for EU exports in response to sector’s request

Over the past months Freshfel Europe has been advocating in cooperation with its members for more flexibility from the UK when it comes to the obligation for EU fresh produce exports to the UK to carry phytosanitary certificates from 1 April.

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12.03.2021

Scholle IPN acquires flexible packaging equipment company, Bossar

Scholle IPN, a leading global supplier of flexible packaging solutions, announced that they have completed the purchase of Bossar, a global supplier of flexible horizontal form-fill-seal packaging equipment.

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PepsiCo’s sparkling water brand bubly introduced the launch of bubly bounce – a sparkling water with a kick of caffeine

Bubly sparkling water introduced the launch of bubly bounce – a sparkling water with no calories, sweeteners, or artificial flavours, and just a kick of caffeine.

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Pectin Market size to reach USD 1.87 billion by 2026 – CAGR 6.4 %

The global pectin market is estimated to reach USD 1.87 billion by 2026 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.4 % from 2018 to 2026. Pectin market is projected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.

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Firmenich leads on equality in the workplace, reaching next level of global EDGE Certification

Firmenich, one of the world’s largest privately-owned fragrance and taste companies, became the first company in the world to successfully upgrade its global EDGE Certification for gender equality in the workplace to the next level: “Move” status.

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Ocean Spray launches Ocean Spray Wave™, a caffeinated sparkling water with real fruit juice

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, introduced Ocean Spray Wave, a refreshing, naturally caffeinated sparkling water with a splash of real fruit juice.

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Nestlé acquires Essentia, expands presence in premium functional water segment

Nestlé USA announced that it has acquired Essentia Water (“Essentia”), a premium functional water brand headquartered in Bothell, Washington.

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09.03.2021

Elopak records one billion Natural Brown Board cartons

The volume of Elopak’s Natural Brown Board cartons surpassed one billion units in February 2021. The milestone is good news for the company’s sustainability efforts, as the lower CO2 footprint of these cartons means an estimated 3,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions have been avoided as a result.

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New four-year study shows 100 % orange juice not associated with weight gain in older children

New research shows no adverse association between change in Body Mass Index (BMI) and consumption of 100 % orange juice among older children adding to a growing list of studies suggesting children and teens can benefit from regularly drinking 100 % orange juice without concerns about weight gain.

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Ardagh metal packaging to combine with Gores Holdings V and list on NYSE

Ardagh Group S.A. , a global supplier of infinitely-recyclable metal beverage and glass packaging for the world’s leading brands, and Gores Holdings V, Inc., a special purpose acquisition company sponsored by an affiliate of The Gores Group, announced that they have entered into a definitive business combination agreement …

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Indena is the first company in Italy authorised to produce CBD

Indena, a leading Italian company in international markets, has been authorised by the Italian Ministry of Health and Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA) to produce cannabinoid-based cannabis extracts. Indena will produce pharmaceutical grade cannabidiol (CBD) for the global market for clinical and commercial use.

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Steinecker GmbH as an autonomous company within the Krones Group

All over the world, Steinecker has for more than 145 years now been known as a strong brand synonymous with brewing technology. By combining technology from Steinecker with its own portfolio, Krones has meanwhile positioned itself on the market …

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02.03.2021

Glimmer of hope for Russian beverage industry: Beviale Moscow 2021 set to take place from 16-18 March

Beviale Moscow will take place in the Main Stage Event Hall in Moscow from 16 to 18 March 2021. This makes Russia’s first trade fair for the entire beverage production chain one of the few events that allows the sector to come together in person in the spring of 2021.

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26.02.2021

Grupo Arcor and Ingredion announce joint venture in Argentina, Chile and Uruguay

Grupo Arcor, the leading food company of Argentina, and Ingredion Incorporated, a leading global ingredient solutions provider to the food and beverage industry, have signed an agreement to create a joint venture that will leverage the two companies’ manufacturing expertise …

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World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) presents annual Southern Hemisphere production forecast

The World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) has released the Southern Hemisphere apple and pear crop production forecast for the upcoming season. According to the forecast, which consolidates the data from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand, and South Africa, apple production is estimated to increase by 6 % …

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PepsiCo launches Frutly, a new hydrating juice water

PepsiCo has released one of its newest product innovations, Frutly, a hydrating juice water designed with teens in mind. A newcomer to the juice aisle, Frutly is made with water, fruit juice, and electrolytes for taste to provide flavourful hydration and a good source of vitamins C and E.

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Coca-Cola joins vital sustainability movement with new plastic-free packaging, says GlobalData

Following the news that the Coca-Cola Company is trialling its first paper bottle; Alice Popple, Consumer Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view:

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drinktec postponed until September 2022

The drinktec advisory board and Messe München have taken a joint decision to postpone the world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry until the fall of 2022. The new dates are September 12 to 16, 2022.

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23.02.2021

Crop failure of more than 30 % in the 2020/21 season is confirmed

The third production estimates for the Brazilian citrus belt (São Paulo and the Triângulo Mineiro) in the 2020/21 season, released by Fundecitrus on Wednesday, February 10, indicates that orange supply should total 269.01 million boxes of 40.8-kilograms each.

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19.02.2021

FRUIT PROCESSING 2/2021 is available!

The current issue FRUIT PROCESSING 2/2021 is available in your account with your individual login data. Furthermore this issue is available in our online shop.

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Reducing fresh fruit juice sugar naturally: GEA and Better Juice break new ground

Process engineering group GEA and Israeli foodtech start-up Better Juice have joined forces to help beverage manufacturers produce healthier, lower-sugar fruit juice.

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Coca-Cola in Europe announces upcoming trial for first paper bottle prototype

Coca-Cola in Europe will trial its first ever paper bottle prototype. The move marks a further step in fulfilling The Coca-Cola Company’s global vision of achieving a “World Without Waste”, in which the Company has pledged to ensure all of its packaging is collected, recycled or re-used by 2030.

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Spindrift® reimagines lemonade as an unsweetened sparkling water

Lighter, brighter and even more refreshing, lemonade is reimagined as Spindrift®, the first sparkling water made with real squeezed fruit, puts its signature spin on this summertime favourite. Crafted with a uniquely balanced pairing of real squeezed lemons and limes …

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