During Vitafoods 2016, Ingredia showcased their new lactoferrin protein. FoodBev Media's Darren Wood caught up with Fatiha Hani and Jessica Schwarz to talk about Lactoferrin.

They explained that is Lactoferrin is a protein occurring naturally in milk and human secretions. This glycoprotein has a high iron binding capacity which provides antimicrobial activity.

Fas International Spa based in Italy deal with a range of vending solutions. From vending machines for soft drinks, to machines capable of heating products in a microwave.

Gianpaolo Bononi spoke with Darren Wood about their new vending solution which drives sustainability with a separate recycling machine alongside.

During Vitafoods 2016, Darren Wood spoke with Stephanie Pretesacque of Diana Foods about their range of acerola products.

At Venditalia 2016, Sandra Felix of Zerica explained about the company's new all-in-one vending machine in partnership with Bevila.

Sandra said that the company understood customers wishes of having multi vending solutions within the workplace.

During Venditalia 2016, Darren Wood spoke with Jose Avalos from Intel as the company are set to introduce their new platform for intelligent vending and dispensing.

At Venditalia 2016, Cosmetal's Federica Diotallevi spoke to FoodBev Media's Darren Wood about the new Hi Class water dispenser.

The water distributor offers up to four different types of water - room temperature, cold, sparkling and warm which can be withdrawn with a cup or bottle thanks to the dispensing zone with adjustable height.

Seeds and Chips held in Milan, Italy is dedicated to food innovation from farm to fork, where food and technology meet with start-ups, companies in food and tech, investors, thought leaders and policy makers come together to share content, visions, projects and experiences.

Darren Wood spoke with one of the organisers Marco Gualtieri about the evolution of the event, how this years edition was received and a look at next years event which takes place in May 2017.

During Venditalia 2016, which was held at Fieramilanocity in Milan, Italy from May 2-6, Darren Wood spoke with one of the events organisers Monica Bolacco who mentioned that this was not only the events 10th anniversary but there were also a record number of visitors through the doors.

Ensuring the freshness of produce is a constant concern for producers, retailers and brands. Fresh Produce is a $600 billion worldwide business that loses 30% of its product from farm to table. Current practises often involve visible inspection, which is inaccurate and inefficient.

A US based start-up called FreshSurety has developed a system that is able to accurately measure the freshness of produce and provide up to the minute carton-level quality and value information. 

Jess Gay spoke with FreshSurety’s CEO Tom Schultz to find out more.

At the annual British Water Cooler Association conference and trade show in Nottingham in March 2016, FoodBev Media's Bill Bruce talked to ExpertLogic director Alban Barroccu about the launch of its new water cooler industry software, CoolLogic.

After claiming the best new 'free from' category at the IFE World Food Innovation Awards 2016 Inkka's Maya Petrova spoke with Bill Bruce about the company's 100% quinoa pasta.

Maya also goes into detail about how quinoa is one of the lost crops of the Incas.

Founded in 2012, Natural Machines is a company leading the 3D printing revolution in food. They’ve recently launched Foodini, a 3D food printer that looks to change our vision of home cooking. Claiming to be “the first 3D food printer kitchen appliance to contribute to a healthy eating lifestyle.”

Foodini is an Internet of Things kitchen appliance that uses fresh ingredients, which the user prepares at home, to create meals and elaborate edible creations.

Jess Gay spoke with Natural Machine’s co-founder Lynette Kucsma to find out more.

In the UK budget on 16 March Chancellor George Osborne announced a new £520million levy on sugary drinks.

The levy will come into force in 2018 in order to give manufacturers time to reformulate. It will have two bands and pure fruit juices will be exempt.  Claire Phoenix spoke with Zenith International Chairman Richard Hall on its implications for the global soft drinks industry.

Checkit's work management memo and automated monitoring solution gives organisations the ability to see whether checks have been completed over multi-sites and locations.

The benefit, is a complete peace of mind and hassle free quality management system, enabling every type of business to transform the way they manage food, hygiene and facilities tasks.

Claire Phoenix spoke with Ian Chisholm about the company and their work management memo and automated monitoring solution.

At Hotelympia 2016 Claire Phoenix spoke with Rebecca Vercoe of Clipper Tea about the expansion of their portfolio with their new innovative range.

Rebecca also speaks about the history of the company, where their products are sold and what's next in the future.

Just nine months after launch and after an investment of well over $1 billion, US-based coffee pod machine maker Keurig Green Mountain has pulled the plug on Keurig Kold – its mix-your-own carbonated soft drinks maker.

FoodBev Media's Bill Bruce takes a look at reasons for it's failure explaining while consumers seemed to embrace the concept of mixing their favourite drinks at home, they didn’t like the $370 price tag, the size of the machine and how long it took to noisily make each drink.

At Hotelympia 2016 Claire Phoenix spoke with Paul Anderson from Hoshizaki, leaders in energy efficient products about their Gram range of fridges which are HFC free and also available in different sizes.

Paul also talks about their ice freezers and explains how mixologists now want ice in different shapes and sizes. Hoshizaki can create ball, heart shaped or large cube ice formats.

Nelly Baron Communications for SIAL network talked to Claire Phoenix about this year’s SIAL 2016 – the largest food and beverage show in the world.

The SIAL global event company has seen growth in Canada (Montreal), China and the Middle East and is always looking for more sites but only where food distribution is growing i.e a middle class population with spending power and a desire for diverse food.

Indonesia is looking likely as the next SIAL event but not the Philippines. Singapore is already the main food supplier hub and has the biggest shows in the world.

In all, 160,000 visitors are expected to view the over 7000 exhibitors (including a food processing machinery section) plus 120 delegate food ministers from around the world.

Bill Bruce spoke with Craig Burns of Muddle Me and Pascal Blum of Pacojet about the two companies award wins in the Gulfood awards 2016.

Muddle Me won the Best Coffee Innovation award for their Slayer Espresso Single Group while Pacojet claimed the Best Light Equipment Innovation award for the Pacojet 2.

Craig and Pascal explained how proud the two companies are of winning their awards and how Muddle Me works with brands such as Pacojet across the Middle East to increase their exposure.

Protein powder is a $10 Billion market in the United States, with thousands of companies joining the sector to make the most of this growing trend.

However, start-up Plasma Nutrition has just developed a patented technology that could dramatically change the market. It’s technology improves the performance of protein, increasing its solubility and amount that can be absorbed by the consumer. This has major consequences for brands, allowing them to put more protein in their products, lessen packaging and improve taste profiles!

Jess Gay spoke with Plasma Nutrition founders Stephen Motosko and Chris Flynn Rozanski to find out more.

Enzymotec produce lipid based biofunctional ingredients and products. Itay Shafat from the company spoke with Claire Phoenix about sports nutrition.

The Gulfood Awards 2016 held during a ceremony in Dubai saw Agthia Group scoop three awards in the categories of Best New Baked or Confectionery Product with Monty’s Bakehouse, Best Foods Company and Best Consumer Marketing Campaign for Al Ain Water Essentials for Life.

Bill Bruce spoke with Agthia's Executive Vice President Fasahat Beg about what the awards wins mean to the company, their innovative range of products and what's in the future.

Mathieu Lucot marketing manager of dry ingredient specialist EPI explained that the company are looking to increase their presence in the Middle East.

Mathieu also describes how the legislative environment is different in the Middle East than in other continents and how the company can help brand owners bring their products to market with their scientific expertise.

Food Loves Tech is the first-of-its-kind exposition to be held in New York this weekend that will offer consumers a portal to the future of food through technology.  FoodBev Media's Jessica Gay spoke to the show’s creative director Irwin Adam Eydelnant to find out more about the event.

Patrick Coppens of Food Supplements Europe talked to Claire Phoenix about how cost savings can be made across Europe especially on the health care costs for cardiovascular disease.

At the 2016 Gulfood Awards held in Dubai, InSinkErator won the Best New Foodservice Innovation Award for their product The PowerRinse Waste Collection System.

Bill Bruce spoke with Mohamed Karam, senior business development manager about the product, what it can do for businesses and why their product should be chosen.

MKN scooped two awards in the categories of Best New Catering Equipment Innovation and Best Heavy Equipment Innovation awards at the 2016 Gulfood awards.

Elias Rached spoke with Bill Bruce about the history of the company and explains that the award wins are a culmination of years of hard work.

Claire Phoenix interviewed Intercarabao's marketing manager Peter Gutierrez on the sponsorship of Chelsea Football club and Reading FC.

Twinings shopper marketing manager for the out of home sector, Ali Goode, explained to Claire Phoenix how the theatre of creating iced teas in front of a consumer changes the focus of fresh brewed loose tea to that a premium product.

From green tea and fruit teas to creamy tea choc indulgence, made possible through a new venture of Twinings working with monin syrups, the potential is tee-totally teamendous.