Food cultures & enzymes news

Read the latest news from our world of fresh dairy, cheese, meat, fish, test kits, wine and bioprotection.

Article | Cheese | MAR 23. 2018

Innovating to help consumers reduce cheese waste

Our range of natural cultures help cheese manufacturers – and consumers – tackle the food waste dilemma.

Article | Test kits | Mar 21. 2018

LACTOSENS® test kit achieves international certification

The LACTOSENS® test kit is changing the way the food industry ensures that lactose-free dairy products truly are lactose free.

Article | Test kits | Feb 7. 2018

Peace of mind – from farm to fridge

Read more about accurate and reliable milk testing

Press Release Nov 29. 2017

​Chr. Hansen enters into partnership with Rheolution Inc.

New sophisticated analytics technology helps cheesemakers increase overall value from the milk processed – Chr. Hansen obtains global distribution

Press Release Nov 07. 2017

Probiotic dairy products for children: An untapped market with global appeal

Chr. Hansen launches culture solution for kids’ drinking yogurt with the probiotic strain L. rhamnosus, LGG®

Press Release Nov 02. 2017

Better bioprotection for more dairy products in more regions

With Chr. Hansen’s second generation FreshQ®, more dairies can rely on natural freshness and contribute to reducing food waste

Press Release Sep 29. 2017

​Want to embark on a new adventure in plant based products?

Bring the mild, fresh taste and smooth texture from yogurt into plant based alternatives. Chr. Hansen’s new milk-free cultures do the trick!

Press Release Oct 31. 2016

Say goodbye to bitterness in your soft cheeses

Chr. Hansen launches a new coagulant CHY-MAX® Special: a true game changer for soft cheese manufacturers and the food service sector. CHY-MAX® Special eliminates undesired bitter notes developing throughout shelf life.

Press Release Jul 08. 2016

Determine lactose concentrations accurately in minutes

Chr. Hansen launches LactoSens® – a top reliable and fast test kit to determine the residual lactose level in low lactose and lactose-free dairy products.

Press Release Jun 28. 2016

New solution unlocks the potential for lactose-free and reduced sugar yogurt

Chr. Hansen launches NOLA® Fit: A unique new lactase enzyme which opens the door to lactose-free or sugar reduced yogurts – without compromising on taste.

Press Release Mar 14. 2016

Chr. Hansen receives innovation award from US wine industry

We are proud to announce the reception of an Innovation + Quality Award for our Viniflora® CONCERTO™, a specialty yeast to kick-start the alcoholic fermentation.

Press Release Dec 22. 2015

Chr. Hansen scientist spearheads development of new international standard for counting bacteria

Chr. Hansen is a leading player in the standardization community within the framework of the International Dairy Federation and ISO (International Organization for Standardization).

Press Release Dec 21. 2015

From light to delightful: New ripening culture to change the game in reduced-fat cheese

​Chr. Hansen launches Delight™, a 3-in-1 solution to eliminate bitterness, restore flavor balance and give a smooth texture in cheeses with reduced calories.

Press Release Nov 27. 2015

​FeelGood Kefir “highly commended” at Beverage Innovation award show

Reinvent an ancient dairy product with intrinsic health benefits and get a head start in a new global trend. Our new eXact® Kefir12 culture was awarded in the Best Beverage Ingredient category at the 2015 World Beverage Innovation Awards.

Press Release Oct 30. 2015

New cottage cheese culture helps manufacturers tap into high protein trend

Protein consumption is on the rise all over the world. Cottage cheese, a low fat product with protein levels up to 20%, is often considered the original low fat, high protein product and with the launch of the DVS® FRESCO® 1000NG culture, manufacturers are in a better position than ever to take advantage of the protein boom.

Press Release Oct 14. 2015

Viniflora® NoVA™ meets customer demand for cleaner and better wines with less sulfites

Food and beverage companies all over the world are tuning into the increased consumer demand for products with less chemical additives and the wine industry is no exception. Two years of large scale trials demonstrate that Chr. Hansen’s Lactobacillus plantarum Viniflora® NoVA™ can be used to reduce sulfur dioxide (SO2) and thereby simplify the production of non-sulfited red wines.

Press Release Oct 09. 2015

Chr. Hansen to acquire DIAL culture production and strain collection

​Joint press release from Dairy Innovation Australia Ltd (DIAL) and Chr. Hansen A/S: The Board of Dairy Innovation Australia Ltd (DIAL) is pleased to announce that they have entered into a contract to finalize the sale of the DIAL culture production unit and strain collection to Chr. Hansen Holding A/S (Denmark) and Chr. Hansen Pty Ltd (Australia), a wholly owned subsidiary.

Press Release Oct 06. 2015

The launch of Chr. Hansen YoFlex® Acidifix™ culture opens for new cost-saving yogurt technology

“I believe that this is the future way of making yogurt”, Karsten Tjener, Marketing Director Fresh Dairy, Chr. Hansen.

Press Release Jun 04. 2015

Tailor-made culture delivers unique characteristics of classic Greek Feta

With the launch of Chr. Hansen’s DVS®WhiteClassic culture, producers of both classic Feta and non-PDO Feta can access the classic flavour and texture that consumers are looking for.

Press Release Mar 11. 2015

New generation of cultures boosts flavor in fresh dairy

Chr. Hansen launches “eXact® NG Flavor+, a culture that gives a creamy and rich dairy flavor with increasing diacetyl production during shelf life – without gas production.

Press Release Dec 09. 2014

Creme Delight – new indulgent cultured dessert for Generation Y

Differentiate your dairy portfolio with new concept from Chr. Hansen targeting the attractive consumer segment of 17-35-year-olds

Press Release Oct 07. 2014

Chr. Hansen launches new preservatives-free animal rennet range

Allowing traditional cheese production to match modern consumer requests.

Press Release Sep 24. 2014

Chr. Hansen wins “Innovation Leadership” title in wine ingredients

Frost & Sullivan awards Chr. Hansen for its pioneering work in microbial solutions for the wine industry.

Press Release Apr 23. 2014

Prestigious award to SaltLite scientist

Chr. Hansen’s Kirsten Kastberg Moeller receives Dutch dairy award for PhD thesis on salt reduction in cheese

Press Release Mar 28. 2014

New culture for Kashkaval and Provolone type cheeses

- designed for superior flavor and high yield

Press Release Mar 19. 2014

Fighting antibiotic residues with new test kit

Betastar® 4D helps secure that dairy milk is free from antibiotic residues

Press Release Feb 24. 2014

Bio-protective culture secures Chr. Hansen French innovation award

FreshQ® wins prestigious award in the Food Ingredients category at the largest food ingredients event in France

Press Release Feb 17. 2014

Chr. Hansen and Kenyan enterprise develop camel cheese recipes

- helping rural communities develop a sustainable camel dairy industry