# Plant-Based Processing Aids Kerry Debuts Two Plant-Based Processing Aids for Enhanced Beer Quality By Kanesa D | Published 2023-05-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerry-1 References: [foodingredientsfirst](https://www.foodingredientsfirst.com/news/kerry-launches-environmentally-sustainable-plant-based-brewing-processing-aids.html) & [kerry](https://www.kerry.com/products/food-and-beverage-applications/beverage/alcohol.html)  [Kerry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerry) has launched two sustainable [plant-based processing aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grinding-technology) for the beer industry. Biofine Eco and FermCap Eco are supposed to reduce environmental impact while keeping consumers and their health in mind. While FermCap Eco, a [foam-control solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legufoam), increases fermenter capacity, enhances hop use, and gets rid of excess foaming and beer waste, Biofine Eco is a tool that significantly improves the clarification process for a smoother sip. Biofine Eco is also allergen-free and works seamlessly with and without a centrifuge. "We are proud to introduce Biofine Eco and FermCap Eco which have been specifically designed as environmentally friendly solutions to replace traditional fining and antifoam options with plant-based alternatives,” says Deborah Waters, PhD, product director for Brewing Ingredients at Kerry. Image Credit: Kerry ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Processing Aids:** The development of sustainable, plant-based processing aids presents an opportunity to reduce the environmental impact of the food and beverage industry. - **Allergen-free Solutions:** The creation of allergen-free processing aids like Biofine Eco offers a solution for consumers with dietary restrictions and opens up a new market for the food and beverage industry. - **Capacity-enhancing Foam Control:** The introduction of FermCap Eco as a foam control solution not only improves beer quality, but also offers a way for breweries to increase fermenter capacity and reduce waste. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Brewing:** The plant-based processing aids developed by Kerry are specifically aimed at the beer industry, offering an opportunity for breweries to reduce their environmental impact and offer allergen-free options to consumers. - **Food and Beverage:** The development of sustainable and allergen-free processing aids also presents an opportunity for other sectors of the food and beverage industry to improve their products and reduce their carbon footprint. - **Chemicals:** The plant-based processing aids market could disrupt the traditional chemicals industry by offering a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to synthetic processing aids. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ethanol-Free Botanical Distillates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerry.md) - [Spent Grain Recipe Emulsifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magie-creations.md) - [Plant-Based Yeast Protein Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pureture.md) - [Regenerative Grain Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kernza-lager.md) - [Enzymatic Plant-Based Drink Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novonesis-vertera-velvet.md) - [Fermented Dairy-Like Food Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-fermented-dairy-products.md) - [Double-Power Yeast Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acryleast-pro.md) - [Bio-Based Beer Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carlsberg-fibre-bottle.md) - [Natural Food Texture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puremul.md)