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The State of Vanilla

Confections, candles, baked goods, fine fragrances, ice cream, lotions, sodas, oral care, snack foods: vanilla is arguably one of the most popular flavor and fragrance materials.

Vanilla: Anything but Plain

Mike Fasano outlines the complexities and nuances of vanilla extracts

There is a focus on the protection of both critically endangered and endangered fauna and flora, such as Bornean orangutans.

Forest Regeneration and Vanilla Cultivation in Indonesia

Increases in deforestation result in decreases in sequestration of carbon dioxide, leading to a loss of crucial ecosystem services.

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Industry Snapshot: Vanilla 2009 Conference Day 2

Day 2 presentations: Genomic solutions, biological controls, the hazards of monoculture and more.

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U.S. Vanilla Regulations—Time for an Update?

Implementing an updated regulatory model for vanilla could provide more stability across the value chain.

Forward Thinking: Sweet on Vanilla

Vanilla has warmed its way into flavorists' and perfumers' palettes as a classic, yet on-trend ingredient

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Chemical Characterization of Vanilla pompona Scheide, Part IV

Vanilla pompona is resistant to climate change and diseases, and therefore is preferred for hybridization with V. planifolia. Its chemical characterization was carried out in a series of studies, described in this last of four parts.

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New Approaches to a Sustainable Vanilla Supply Chain

What solutions are available to industry as concerns grow about the traditional supply chain’s sustainability?

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Chemical Characterization of Vanilla pompona Schiede, Part III

Vanilla pompona is resistant to climate change and diseases, and therefore is preferred for hybridization with V. planifolia. Its chemical characterization was carried out in a series of studies, described in this third of four parts.

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Divanillin: Novel Taste-Active Component of Fermented Vanilla Beans

The elucidation of the fate of the vanillin during the traditional curing process. The transition of the elegant blossom of the vanilla orchid into the green vanilla bean and the subsequent conversion of this into the traditionally cured brown vanilla bean have captivated generations of scientists.

The North American Market for Vanilla

Why is the American market the worlds largest? It cannot be attributed to population. There are currently about 300 million people living in the U.S. and Canada compared to about 500 million living in Europe. In fact, there are several answers to the question, none of them socio-economic

Fusarium and Vanilla: Time to Worry?

Deadly Fusarium has taken root in Madagascar; Hank Kaestner wonders if the industry is ready for the repercussions

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The Starting Point: Vanilla Sustainability in Madagascar

Seeking supply stability, ethical procurement practices, improved quality and more in one of the world’s most important and challenging sourcing regions.

The State of Vanilla: Challenges and Opportunities

“Madagascar produces 80% of the global [supply] for vanilla,” says Scott May, Givaudan’s global head of sweet goods and dairy. In light of such a fi gure, it is easy to see how even isolated regional events can have debilitating effects on a global scale.

Optimizing the Traditional Curing of Vanilla Beans

A reappraisal of blanching and fermentation methods.

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The Role of Microorganisms in Vanilla Curing

Vanilla is the number one tonality in the world because of its subtle, but complex, flavor. It is known that microorganisms are present during the different stages of vanilla curing.

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Optimization of Traditional Curing of Vanilla Beans

A number of recent advances in plant biochemistry and chemistry have clarified some stages of the vanilla bean curing operation and opened up opportunities for improvement in and control of the process.

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Industry Snapshot: Vanilla 2009 Conference Day 1

Disease management, supply issues and new potential sources.

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