5th edition of Foodcom PLANT-BASED Newsletter

Auteur
Dorota Clapa
17.03.2022
5 min de lecture
Foodcom S.A. Plant-Based Newsletter
The new outbreak of the Covid-19 virus and the imposition of quarantine in one of China’s provinces, as well as the news that China is considering possibility of providing aid to Russia, have been the main factors affecting global market prices recently. Concerns that it will lead to sanctions from the West against Chinese companies, caused a collapse in the value of shares of Chinese companies, which lost $2.1 trillion during the day. Want to learn more?

With us, you’ll never miss a thing!

 

PROTEINS


 

Potato protein


Prices continue to rise. Most major producers are already sold out. Increasing popularity of potato protein due to its high nutritional value is contributing to the growth of prices. The current demand for potatoes is outstripping the available supply and potato imports are up over 130%. In general, the potato market is unsettled due to the war in Ukraine. For now, it is not clear how Egyptian imported potatoes will reach the Russian market.

Pea protein


The growing interest in pea protein is primarily due to its unique advantages over other sources, such as animal protein or other plant sources. This protein source may prove to be a good and primarily available substitute for potato protein.

Vital wheat gluten


Since mid-February, the price of wheat trade has risen by 50%. Vital wheat gluten prices are already high and are not likely to fall. U.S. and European wheat futures rose as export curbs by Russia fuelled concerns about global supply disruptions following Moscow’s invasion on Ukraine.

Bakeries are looking for alternatives because there are big shortages in the availability of the product.

Hydrolyzed WG


Latest crop ratings for U.S. wheat, are confirming poor conditions in drought-affected states. Hydrolyzed wheat gluten is almost impossible to find. Exports of corn and soybeans from the United States are slower than last year. Despite problems with corn supplies from Ukraine and a poor soybean harvest in Brazil, China has not yet seen an increase in demand. Product availability is almost nonexistent.

 

STARCHES & SUGARS


 

Dextrose


Dextrose is mainly made from wheat and corn, the prices of which are rising and thus dextrose has also become more expensive. The situation is uncertain. Demand is very high and strong, feed grade is sold even above food grade. Raw products are being blocked due to disruptions in supply chains.

Corn gluten meal


Prices for corn gluten meal have increased. The product continues to be a desirable source of protein for producers. When it comes to alternative sources, corn can be a great choice. Unfortunately, expect gluten corn meal prices to rise as a result, as there are few low-cost sources with good protein levels left.
Partager :
En savoir plus sur Gomme Xanthane
Xantan Gum
6800 €
0%

Aspects techniques

Il s’agit d’une fibre soluble non digestible mais qui peut être décomposée dans les intestins. Le produit final est une poudre blanche fluide sans odeurs étrangères et caractérisée par un taux de solubilité élevé dans l’eau.

 


Application

La Gomme Xanthane est utilisée comme épaississant, texturant et stabilisant, entre autres. Le produit permet de mettre en suspension des particules d’épices et des exhausteurs de goût dans les produits » allégés » ou » à teneur réduite en calories. Dans les produits sans gluten, il améliore la texture et la suspension tandis que dans les produits végétaliens, il apporte la viscosité qui serait normalement obtenue en utilisant des œufs. Les diverses propriétés de la Gomme Xanthane sont utilisées dans des produits tels que les sauces à salade, les condiments, les sirops, les sauces, la viande, les saucisses, les produits de boulangerie, les produits surgelés et la crème glacée. Une autre application majeure de la Gomme Xanthane est l’industrie du pétrole et du gaz pour maximiser la récupération du pétrole. Dans l’industrie cosmétique, la Gomme de Xanthane est utilisée comme stabilisateur et émulsifiant dans les dentifrices, les gels, les crèmes et les lotions. En médecine, la Gomme de Xanthane est utilisée dans les comprimés anti-constipation et les médicaments pour diabétiques. En outre, le produit est utilisé comme ingrédient des peintures, des colorants textiles, des fongicides, des engrais et des adhésifs.

Abonnez-vous à notre Newsletter pour en savoir plus sur nos produits