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Is adaptogens and cannabinoids the next F&B trend?

Next trend in food and beverage? Check out the Food and Beverage Insider article: "Functional Beverages: UHT/HTST processing considerations…
Juice Manufacturing

I have made juice of Orange, Apple & Mango; with Sodium benzoate as 0.2% with 12% sugar, but it is failed within 45months. What may be reas…
Unlocking Ingredients Functionality in Gummy candy

To those that want to learn more about gummy candy technology, this upcoming webinar might interest you.. If the link does not open properl…
Carbonated flavoured water

Is it necessary to add preservatives to carbonated flavoured water (Colorless)?
Frozen waffle

Need help with product development of frozen waffle that will be ready to eat once toasted. With an expected shelf life of 3-6months. Havin…
Value of the Certified Food Scientist (CFS) certification by IFT?

Hello people, I recently found out about the CFS program run by IFT and wondering if it's worth to take that exam. So far discussion on red…
Pre-defined taste of energy drinks

Dear All, I need suggestions on energy drinks recipe especially what vital ingredient responsible for the DEFINED TASTE OF ENERGY DRINKS. N…
Validation Allergens

Hello, any advice for validation of allergens. Is for validate absence of milk in chocolate machines, for FSSC 22000 implementation. Any Id…
Shelf life extension of hummus

Hello everyone, How can we extend the shelf life of hummus to 3 months under ambient conditions? What are some of the processes, additives/…
Snack products ideas

Need some innovative ideas for snack products. Can anyone share any idea please. Thanks in advance