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🌍 AMFEP Secretariat represented by Céline Benini (PhD), Secretary General and Ana Rivas Valero, Public Affairs Manager, accompanied by a delegation of members Giovanni Colombo dsm-firmenich Ana Maria Bravo-Angel IFF Monica Hapiach Christensen Novonesis, was in Strasbourg this week during the European Parliament's plenary session and the unveiling of the new College of Commissioners by Ursula von der Leyen. We were here to engage with key stakeholders and discuss the pivotal role enzymes play in Europe's Twin Transition. Enzymes are essential for meeting competitiveness growth without compromising environment and safety 🦺 🔬 But enzymes aren't just about sustainability, they're about helping European industries grow, innovate, and stay competitive with a planned increase of R&D investments over the next decade. 🌱 Together, we are creating a more resilient EU economy. #enzymes #AMFEP

💙 AMFEP 💙 48th General Assembly Week Recap! Last week, in the beautiful setting of Valencia, with the support of our member Ajinomoto Co., Inc., AMFEP 48th GA took place. 🗓️ Wednesday, the stage was set for busy days ahead with plenty of Committees meetings on enzymes, their benefits, and challenges. We dove into the Technical Enzymes Committee meeting where we had some great discussions on REACH-related topics, including the development of REACH-like legislation in other jurisdictions 🌍. Key topics in the enzyme sector! Then, it was time for the Enzymes Safety Committee meeting, where we exchanged insights on enzyme occupational safety 🛡️. AMFEP is very much committed to ensuring the safety of workers, customers, and consumers! 👷♂️ 🗓️ Thursday started strong with the Food Enzymes Committee meeting, where the upcoming Union List of Food Enzymes was at the centre of our discussions. It was followed by the Business Meeting in the afternoon 🕑. This has become a tradition in AMFEP to hold the Business Meeting during the GA week to ensure that our regulatory and advocacy activities are always in alignment with the industry’s business needs. We wrapped up the day with a visit to the olive oil museum and dinner, a perfect mix of business and fun. The week ended with the 48th General Assembly meeting 📋. We had the chance to hear the keynote presentation from Ajinomoto Agro Solutions on the role that enzymes can play in and as biostimulants, again showing how important our industry is and will be for a more sustainable future 🌱. We also officially said goodbye to Henk Aalten (dsm-firmenich) who stepped down from the AMFEP Executive Committee and warmly welcomed Mariëlla Kuilman (dsm-firmenich) as his replacement! 👋 Finally, we also welcomed our new Associate Member, Lynzyme. 🎉 We thank our members for attending 🙏 and to our President Fred Wondergem from IFF. We look forward to seeing you all in Leipzig in 2025 for the 49th GA hosted by Kerry! 📍 #AMFEP #Enzymes #GeneralAssembly #Networking 🌐

This year's 48th General Assembly of AMFEP took place in the beautiful city of Valencia! Thank you, Ajinomoto Foods Europe, Solutions & Ingredients, for hosting and providing us with warm weather and welcome before the upcoming winter season. A big shout-out to the #AMFEP Team for another flawlessly organized event. I also appreciate the contributions of all the working groups who are dedicated to ensuring that #enzymes receive the recognition they deserve as key enablers of a sustainable industry within the regulatory landscape. This year, we heard a keynote presentation from Ajinomoto Agro Solutions on how enzymatically hydrolyzed protein from plant and animal sources can be used as biostimulants for various crops. This protein cycle is truly fascinating and another proof that enzymes are vital to a sustainable future. On the evening of the second day, we visited the charming village of Sogorb and explored the Museum of Olive Oil. There, we learned about the differences between extra virgin olive oil and other grades, as well as the proper taste and smell characteristics of olive oil. Remember to try your olive oil at home; it should have no smell. If you detect an oily odor, it's likely rancid and of low quality. A good olive oil should have no odor and only a bitter and spicy taste. We look forward to seeing you all in Leipzig next year!

Just spent 3 days discussing all the great benefits of enzymes during the AMFEP General Assembly in #Valencia, with Anni Honkanummi & Marianne Dessen-Mugniot Great to be there with all the AB Enzymes colleagues. Thank you to the full organising team, it was a great event!

This week, October 2-4, AMFEP held its General Assembly in Valencia (Spain). Many thanks to Céline Benini (PhD), the whole #AMFEP Secretariat team, and our host #Ajinomoto, for organising this event ! This has been a great opportunity to reflect on the work achieved by the various committees along the past year and to discuss ways forward to ensuring a future proof regulatory landscape that should support our industry growth and innovation while contributing to EU competitiveness and sustainability ambitions. I really enjoyed to spend some more time with all the members and my great AB Enzymes Regularory colleagues Anni Honkanummi, Bas Verhagen, as well as having Martin Schaffrannek and Martin Klavs Nielsen with us ! #enzymes #sustainability #Amfep #ABEnzymes

The 48th General Assembly of AMFEP has been organized in Valencia (Spain) this week on October 2-4, 2024. Congratulations and many thanks to Céline Benini (PhD) the whole AMFEP Secretariat team, as well to our host Ajinomoto Co., Inc. for organising this successful event ! Such a meeting is a unique opportunity to gain update from and to provide feedback within the various working committees. Many thanks to my colleagues of the AMFEP Executive Committee and Secretariat for the excellent collaboration we do have, as well the the excellent atmosphere we generate within the Association. Many thanks to all business leaders who make our business meeting crowded and extremely beneficial for the future of our industry. Last but not least warm thanks to my colleagues Mike Woulfe, Yasemin KÖYBAŞI, Nicole Albrecht, Nicoleta Pasecinic and Alexia Candeliez for the great time we had all together. At Kerry, we will be proudly hosting next year General Assembly, and we look forward to have you all in Leipzig (Germany). Safe travels back home everyone. #enzymes #amfep #sustainability

📢 In a joint article produced with the AMFEP and AISE International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products and published on International Journal of Pulmonary & Respiratory Science Juniper Publishers, we've revisited data from over a decade ago and confirmed that enzyme-based products like laundry detergents are safe for consumer use. 🧼🔍   While it's long been recognised that enzyme exposure in industrial settings requires strict safety measures like encapsulation and protective equipment, consumer exposure is much lower. Previous research showed no significant link between enzyme-based products and respiratory allergies for consumers, and the latest data continues to support this. ✅   💡 The conclusion is clear: enzyme-based detergents and cleaning products are not a cause for concern when it comes to consumer health. Read below to know more: https://bit.ly/3MZYtIe   #EnzymeSafety #ProvenData #AMFEP #AISE #ConsumerSafety

Meet with Stéphane Appéré, Commercial director at TAKABIO, who fell in love with enzymes 15 years ago and has been since a dedicated advocate of the enzyme technology. Enzymes are essential players in the winemaking process, significantly shaping the quality, taste, and unique characteristics of wine 🍇🍷. By introducing them at various stages, winemakers can achieve targeted outcomes like improved clarity, enhanced aromas, and increased stability. The choice of enzymes varies based on their role in processes such as maceration, clarification, flotation, and filtration. These remarkable tools not only optimize the winemaking process but also contribute to energy savings and sustainability 🌱, addressing some of the industry's most pressing challenges. Let’s tackle the coming wine harvest with the power Enzymes! #Winemaking #Enzymes #Sustainability #WineQuality #Takabio

🌱 Did You Know? 🌱 Discover the world of #food #fermentation and how #enzymes are part of it! Our colleagues from EFFCA - European Food & Fermentation Cultures Association explain what fermentation is and how important it is in our everyday life. Find out more below 👇

Curious about what AMFEP has been doing this past year as part of its commitment to the EU Code of Conduct on Responsible Food Business and Marketing Practices? We’re excited to share that our annual report is now available on the European Commission’s website 📄: Annual Report 2024 https://bit.ly/3Xe5KKd AMFEP has been a proud signatory of the Code since November 2022 🌍. Joining the initiative was a significant step for us because we firmly believe in the key role enzymes play in making #food production more #sustainable and in supporting the EU’s green transition. To align with these values, we’ve updated our Mission and Vision and ramped up our communication efforts to spread the word about the incredible benefits of #enzymes! 🌱 Want to learn more? Check out our website and follow us on LinkedIn! #sustainability #greentransition #foodmanufacturing #foodproduction #EnzymesAreMiracles #EUcodeofconduct