DuPont Launches Series of Cultures to Re-shape Fermented Dairy Industry

New dairy cultures allow for theproduction of optimal yogurt for both consumers and producers

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences (DuPont) todayannounced the launch of thelatest series of dairy cultures and probiotic formulations for China, offeringyogurt producers new solutions for differentiationtoday and positioning them for future growth.

These new cultures enable fasterfermentation and higher probiotic counts while maintaining a mild taste andpremium texture for consumers. The new cultures include:

·          YO-MIX^®PRIME – The YO-MIX^® PRIME cultures offer manufacturers the abilityto create optimal mildness and premium creamy texture for consumers. Theculture enables the reduction of added sugars and a high probiotic count, whilemaintaining quality throughout challenging distribution channels. It alsoallows manufacturers to save on formulation costs byreducing protein addition in recipes, and greater process flexibility due tofast fermentation and full control of acidity before cooling and packaging.YO-MIX^® PRIME 900 offers manufacturers the option to fine tune thetexture of yogurt according to consumer preferences.

·        YO-MIX^® FAST 1.0– The YO-MIX^® FAST 1.0 cultures enable fast fermentation, deliversthick and smooth texture, and are adapted to different yogurt recipes andprocesses. Discovered and designed by French scientists, YO-MIX^®FAST 1.0 is manufactured in the French Alps and protected with a China-grantedpatent (patent no. ZL200910224873.X).

·        DuPont™ Danisco^® LPC 800– The German-made DuPont™ Danisco^® LPC 800 cultures allow forrefreshing beverages without too much acidity, while maintaining high Lactobacillus bacteria count until theend of product shelf life. Compared to market alternatives, it enables fasterfermentation within 24 hours which helps to reduce the risk of contamination.DuPont™ Danisco^® LPC 800 is an ideal choice in low-sugar recipes,resulting in a more stable and refreshing flavor than currently availablecultures.

·        HOWARU^® Bifido– HOWARU^®Bifido combined with YO-MIX^® cultures creates new opportunities fora higher dose of documented probiotics in premium probiotic yogurt.

“These new yogurt cultures demonstratehow market driven innovation, combined with local expertise in regions aroundthe world, brings faster fermentation, higher probiotic counts, milder tasteand a healthier brand image to fermented dairy products,” said Morten Boesen, globalproduct line manager, Dairy Cultures, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences. “Thisis the latest from DuPont’s extensive range of yogurt and fermented milkcultures that lowers formulation costs for our customers while maintainingquality and taste for consumers, effectively reshaping the future of fermenteddairy products.”

To learn moreabout the YO-MIX^® PRIME series and other DuPont™ Danisco^®range of yogurt culture offerings, visit https://www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.com/product-range/dairy-cultures/yogurt-cultures.html.

About DuPont™ Danisco®

DuPont™ Danisco® is thebrand for a range of ingredients that help provide enhanced bioprotection, animproved nutritional profile, and better taste and texture with greater costefficiency and lower environmental impact, meeting the needs of manufacturersof food and beverages, dietary supplements and pet food. Through the work ofthe global network of food scientists and technologists in DuPont, the Danisco®range is supported by a uniquely broad spectrum of know-how across applicationsand processing. www.danisco.com

About DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences
DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences applies expertscience to advance market-driven, healthy and sustainable solutions for thefood, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We also usecutting-edge biotechnology across a range of markets to advance bio-basedsolutions to meet the needs of a growing population, while protecting ourenvironment for future generations. We are innovative solvers who help ourcustomers turn challenges into high-value business opportunities. For moreinformation: www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.com.

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DuPont(NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials,ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Ouremployees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance theirbest ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets includingelectronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food,and worker safety. More information can be found at www.dupont.com.