ICL (Israel Chemicals) has announced its plans to invest $20 million on developing its manufacturing capacity and on R&D support capabilities for its ROVITARIS® alternative protein technology, as the meat alternative market continues to develop as an unstoppable global movement.
ICL Food Specialties to Showcase “Revolutionary and Exceptional” Textured Soy Protein at IFFA 2025
ICL Food Specialties, a manufacturer of functional ingredient solutions, is set to exhibit at the meat and alternative protein trade fair IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany, from May 3-8. Among the solutions on display will be ROVITARIS® SprouTx™, a recently-launched ingredient that aims to address the taste and texture challenges faced by the plant-based meat and seafood industry. Described as “revolutionary and exceptional”, ROVITARIS® SprouTx™ is a textured soy protein that is said to lack the characteristic beany or bitter taste of soy. It can be used to help formulators create meat and seafood alternatives that are nutritious with improved taste and performance. The new product expands ICL’s ROVITARIS® portfolio, which offers a variety of protein ingredients providing texture, stability, and flavor for plant-based food …