Recently there has been considerable interest in peas (Pisum sativum) as a plant source of protein. But new research indicates resistant starch – found in some peas – may help control blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes, the incidence of which has more than doubled in the past 20 years.
Food Manufacture Excellence Awards announced in three days
Anyone wanting to find out who will claim the trophies should
save the date here and listen in on the day. Who will claim the overall crown of
Food Manufacture Company of the Year? This top company is chosen by the judging panel from the winners of the product category awards. Last year s winner was
New for this year is the main Plant-Based Manufacturing Company of the Year category. You can view video interviews of representatives from each of the three finalists,
Aside from the main product categories, another topical category this week will be the ever-popular
Sedamyl has announced plans to invest £80m in expanding distilling and liquid sweetener production at its Selby plant in Yorkshire - a former Tate & Lyle site - creating 75 jobs.
Sproud raises £4.8m for plant-based milk push Plant-based milk producer Sproud has announced that it has raised £4.8M from growth capital investor VGC Partners to accelerate distribution of its vegan products in core markets, including the UK.
The company confirmed the investment would be used to grow its team and accelerate distribution and brand building activities in markets such as the UK, US and Canada. It said it would also use the cash to fund further development of its plant-based and 100% vegan product offering, which is available through Waitrose, Ocado and Amazon in the UK.
Sproud launched in Sweden in 2018, and has expanded to 15 markets in just two years. It is available across the UK via supermarkets and online retailers such as Waitrose, Ocado, and Amazon, plus independent shops, cafés, and restaurants.
Oily fish such as mackerel, sardines and salmon are our primary dietary source of the long chain omega 3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).