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Juice News 🧃

New Tree’s Desugared Juice Revolutionizes Fruit Nutrition: Full Nutritional Value with Zero Sugar and No Guilt

New Tree Fruit Company's De-Sugared Juice, using FDA-approved De-Sugaring technology, offers full nutritional value without sugar, setting a new health-forward industry standard. This innovation provides guilt-free fruit nutrition, appealing to health-conscious consumers seeking healthier beverage options.

Opportunity for zero-proof? Vietnam approves 90% alcohol tax hike

Vietnam's National Assembly has greenlit a plan to raise alcohol taxes to 90% by 2031, a significant jump from the existing 65% rate.

Tilray wants to light up US market for hemp-derived drinks

Tilray is targeting the US market with hemp-derived beverages containing low THC levels, aiming to provide consumers with a way to relax without the effects of alcohol or traditional cannabis products as sales in these sectors decline.

South Korea new hotspot for sugar-free innovation

South Korea experienced a significant increase of over 20% in sugar-free innovation, showcasing a promising landscape for health-focused brands worldwide. This growth trend indicates emerging opportunities for companies looking to tap into the sugar-free market in South Korea, suggesting a potential hotspot for innovative products catering to health-conscious consumers.

Citrus News 🍊

Brazil: Tahiti lime prices move up; Ponkan Tangerine values drop

Tahiti lime prices are on the rise while ponkan values are dropping in the Brazilian agribusiness market. This shift in prices indicates a changing landscape for these citrus fruits. Understanding these price movements can help stakeholders make informed decisions regarding production, pricing strategies, and market positioning in the citrus industry.

Florida legislature approves historic $140M for citrus industry

Florida's citrus industry secured a substantial $140 million allocation in the state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, marking a historic milestone. This funding injection is poised to benefit and support the citrus sector in Florida, offering a vital lifeline for the industry's growth and sustainability.

Loss of market share in Europe and fall in orange consumption spell trouble for Spanish citrus growers

Decreasing orange consumption in Europe, particularly among younger consumers, poses challenges for Spanish citrus growers. While mandarin consumption has seen a slight decline and lemon consumption remains stable, the drop in orange demand is concerning. To address this issue, growers may need to adapt their strategies to cater to changing consumer preferences and find ways to boost orange consumption to mitigate potential market share losses.

Japanese Consulate General visits ICAR-CCRI, emphasises cooperation in citrus research & business

Consulate General of Japan emphasizes cooperation in citrus research and business during a visit to ICAR-CCRI in Nagpur. Strengthening ties for research collaborations and business opportunities is crucial. Collaborate with international partners like Japan to enhance citrus research and trade prospects.

PeelPioneers and BÜFA Chemikalien launch partnership in Germany and Austria

PeelPioneers and BÜFA Chemikalien have formed an exclusive partnership in Germany and Austria, uniting their efforts towards sustainability. The collaboration brings together PeelPioneers' expertise in the circular economy with BÜFA Chemikalien's knowledge in chemicals, showcasing a shared commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation in these regions.

Research Worth Reading 🔬

Evaluation of poly(lactic acid) films incorporated with lemon peel extract oil for food packaging materials

The study evaluated the impact of incorporating Citrus lemon peel extract oil (CLPEO) at various ratios (0%, 0.5%, 1.0%, and 2.0%) into poly lactic acid blend films for food packaging. Results showed that the addition of CLPEO improved the mechanical, barrier, thermal, and antioxidant properties of the films, indicating potential for enhancing food packaging materials with natural extracts.