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Despite the broader footprint, the company says citrus remains at the heart of its business. Its portfolio includes essential oils, juices, concentrates and fruit-derived ingredients used in applications ranging from beverages and flavors to fine fragrance and personal care.'Our new brand was born from that vision,' said CEO Felice Chirico. 'A new positioning that expresses who we are in a clearer, simpler, cleaner way.'
Agrumaria Reggina Becomes Agrumaria as Citrus Specialist Sharpens Global Identity
"A new positioning that expresses who we are in a clearer, simpler, cleaner way."
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'Caura tonka is naturally high in coumarin because of the environment in which it grows,' says Avilan CEO Julio Quintero.
Beyond the Origin Story: Avilan’s Julio Quintero on Wild-Harvested Naturals, Traceability and the Future of Direct-Origin Sourcing
"Our competitive advantage lies in the combination of traceability, sustainability, and the strength of our relationships across the supply chain."
Jun 10th, 2026
Elevating the Taste Experience with BioSymphony™
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Designed to meet growing consumer demand for natural, clean-label ingredients, BioSymphony™ is an innovative portfolio of natural flavors crafted directly from nature’s finest ingredients.
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Research suggests that odors below the threshold of conscious detection can still shape perception, influence behavior and alter emotional responses.
The Invisible Influence: Why Subthreshold Odors Deserve More Attention
Jun 9th, 2026
Elevating the Taste Experience with BioSymphony™
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Apr 28th, 2026
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New Ingredients for Formulation
Jun 5th, 2026
Consumers' proactive approach to health is unlocking vast market opportunities, but it comes with a dramatic twist for product formulators. For decades, flavor was an uncompromisable king; however, today's health-conscious public is opening the door to distinct sensory trade-offs.
The Sweet Compromise: How the Longevity Boom Is Rewriting the Rules of Flavor Development
Jun 2nd, 2026
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The new portfolio additions span beverages, dairy alternatives, meat applications, bakery and plant-based foods, with innovations designed to improve taste, texture, solubility, yield and formulation flexibility.
ADM Expands Plant Protein Push With Eight New Soy and Pea Innovations
“Consumers now want more variety, functionality and choice than ever before.”
May 22nd, 2026
Scope 3 pressure is reshaping the future of flavor and fragrance—and the companies that move first will define the next era of sustainable innovation.
BASF Webinar: The New Carbon Playbook for Flavor & Fragrance
This is a must-attend session for understanding how climate targets are becoming competitive advantage.
May 22nd, 2026
Webinar: Understanding GRAS, Navigating the Future of Food Ingredients
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Webinar:  Understanding GRAS, Navigating the Future of Food Ingredients - Join us for an engaging webinar on GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe), a critical framework for qualifying food ingredients in the USA.
Apr 8th, 2026
A technical role is centered on personal output and problem-solving. A management role is centered on people. It requires setting direction, giving feedback, managing performance and creating an environment where others can succeed.
[VIDEO] From Bench to Boss: Why Technical Experts Struggle in Management Roles
If someone is excellent at their job, managing people is the natural next step. It often isn’t.
May 22nd, 2026
Unlike traditional dairy replacers focused primarily on sweetness or creaminess, HaseMilk is engineered to mimic both the external and internal flavor characteristics naturally present in milk fat.
T. Hasegawa Targets Dairy-Free’s Biggest Weak Spot With HaseMilk Launch
Consumers criticize many plant-based products for thin texture, chalkiness and lingering off-notes.
May 21st, 2026
2-Isobutyl-4-methyl-1,3-dioxolane's alcoholic, fuse oil impression in combination with its sweet element would complement brown spirits profiles, like rum, whisky, cognac.
Flavor Extremes: From Sulfur to Zesty Citrus
Our our latest Flavor Reports, EU Edition, features methyl-3-(methylthio)butyrate, citral-less and terpeneless lemon oil, bisabolene ex-lemon, and much more.
May 20th, 2026
Complete with a Ferris wheel at the center of the table, Austria Juice showcased a variety of natural fruit flavors, including yuzu, black currant, pineapple, strawberry and sour cherry.
FlavourTalk 2026 Brings Joy and Curiosity to Consumer Flavor Perception Conversation
This year’s exhibition and conference focused on the underlying neuroscience of flavor and how product developers can leverage this research.
May 15th, 2026
In the natural passionfruit, hexyl hexanoate is present at more than twice the level of hexyl butyrate and is the key recognition chemical amongst the main hexyl esters. It plays an interesting, but less dramatic, role in many other flavors, combining odor strength and a significant taste effect.
Flavor Bites: Hexyl Hexanoate—The Ester That Anchors Tropical Authenticity
From savory depth and contrast to realism and balance in fruits, hexyl hexanoate is a unique and versatile ingredient.
May 12th, 2026
Often referred to as “beauty from within” or “edible beauty,” ingestibles use food‑grade materials to support physiological processes associated with skin resilience, elasticity and aging.
Metabolic Beauty: Taste, Compliance and the Rise of Ingestible Skin Care Ecosystems
Taste is a decisive factor, shaping compliance, emotional engagement and, ultimately, long‑term efficacy.
May 11th, 2026
A central concern is the estimated cost of more than £500 million associated with generating and submitting U.K.-specific data packages for substances already registered under EU REACH.
UK Chemicals Industry Warns REACH Divergence Still Threatens Trade, Innovation and SME Viability
A central concern is the estimated cost of more than £500 million associated with generating and submitting U.K.-specific data packages for substances already registered under EU REACH.
May 11th, 2026
IFF has integrated a research greenhouse known as The Bloomery into the center.
IFF Builds Madagascar Vanilla Hub to Tackle Climate Volatility and Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience
The move strengthens IFF’s “innovation at origin” strategy, which aims to connect scientific research and flavor creation more closely to agricultural production and post-harvest processing.
May 11th, 2026
FDA officials framed the authorization as a possible new pathway for flavored nicotine products seeking market legitimacy. (Glas products not pictured.)
FDA Opens Door to Flavor Innovation With First Non-Tobacco ENDS Authorizations
FDA officials framed the authorization as a possible new pathway for flavored nicotine products seeking market legitimacy.
May 8th, 2026