HiFood’s micro protein formula wins Global Food Industry Award 

HiFood has won the Global Food Industry Award in the “Most Innovative Process” category thanks to Micro Protein, a new range of micronised plant-based, allergen-free and clean label proteins.

The solution also ranked as a finalist in the “Most Innovative Ingredient” category at the 22nd World Congress of Food Science and Technology – held in Rimini from September 8th to 12th.

The World Congress of Food Science and Technology is organised annually by the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST), a body that brings together more than 150,000 food scientists and technologists from around the world.

Each year, the IUFoST Global Food Industry Awards aim to recognise pioneers in the food industry, particularly in product, process, packaging, nutrition, and food safety innovations.

“We are honored to receive the Global Food Industry Award from IUFoST” said Emanuele Pizzigalli, chief innovation officer of HiFood. “Micro Protein was created specifically to answer the need to enrich the protein content of products through plant-based proteins that can be easily integrated into recipes and industrial processes, without significantly altering the taste and texture of foods and beverages.

“By applying proprietary advanced sorting and micronisation technologies based on mechanical processes, we succeeded in developing a powder with an extremely fine particle size, below 30 microns, which, for example, does not generate the sandy feeling that often characterises ingredients designed for protein enrichment. We are therefore confident that Micro Protein will help to further develop this fast-growing market segment worldwide.”

Developed using proprietary technologies, HiFood’s Micro Protein is a clean label and allergen-free range based on pea protein with a very fine texture, neutral taste, and minimal impact on the structure and flavor of the finished product. With a protein content of more than 70 per cent, it is an optimal solution for companies aiming to add “protein-rich” or “source of protein” claims to their products.

“We are thrilled to have won this award with Micro Protein” commented Christian Sobolta, CSM Ingredients group managing director. “It is a great recognition and a testament of the fundamental role of innovation in advancing the whole food industry. We believe this product is indeed a great example of how ingredient-tech advancements can positively impact our customers and consumers by allowing to combine better nutrition with great taste.”

Available in two variants – Micro Protein P6 and Micro Protein P11 – this protein enrichment solution can be easily applied to a wide variety of products: from baked goods to meat analogs to sauces, soups, desserts, dairy products, beverages and more.

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