So edible food wrapping is going to be a thing… Oh, and a powder can block bitterness in food. As the food-tech industry keeps on building momentum, we picked 5 stories sure to cause some serious food (sorry) for thought!
Scientists Are Using Milk to Make Edible Food Wrappers – eater.com
“That convenient plastic wrapper around your string cheese could soon be edible, thanks to the work of scientists at the USDA. According to a release by the American Chemical Society, a team of chemists have developed a new food safe, biodegradable, and edible film out of a milk protein called casein.”
A Magical Mushroom Powder Blocks Bitterness in Food -wired.com
“I ACTUALLY HATE the taste of mushrooms,” says Josh Hahn, as he flicks on the lights in the clean room. Which is funny, because Hahn’s livelihood depends on fungi.”
5 trends for the dairy industry in the next 5-10 years – forumforthefuture.org
“This is a great time to be innovating in the dairy industry. In order to survive and thrive today, and well into the future, the industry needs to be cognisant of a number of new trends that are likely to impact on the future production and consumption of dairy products.”
Plant protein set to be the next big sweetener -digitaljournal.com
“Sweeteners are a popular alternative to sugar, especially for those dieting. Some sweeteners carry health risks and some don’t quite give the same sugary taste. In a breakthrough, scientists report on a new candidate.”
Can milk come from a banana? Startup catches the wave – miamiherald.com
“Fresh Start Beverage Co. is creating a new category in the milk-alternative industry. “We are the first company to actually make milk from a universally loved fruit — bananas.”
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