INSIGHT E-NEWSLETTER
2026 Ed. 1
EN / DE
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Setting a New Standard for Vegan & Vegetarian Jellies & GumsA starch-based innovation with gelatin-like performance
Emjel® LC 15 is a next-generation functional starch that allows manufacturers to produce vegan and vegetarian jellies and gums with the smooth, elastic texture and clear appearance traditionally associated with gelatin — all under atmospheric cooking conditions. Unlike conventional starch systems that require high temperatures and complex processing, Emjel® LC 15 simplifies production, protects sensitive ingredients, and improves thermostability, maintaining product structure even at elevated temperatures.
This fully plant-based solution opens doors to vegan, halal, and kosher markets, reduces energy consumption, and delivers the technical advantages of gelatin while meeting modern consumer and production demands.
Featured Stories from the Emsland News — A Look Back at 2025
Regional Roots — Our Farmers in Focus
Behind every Emsland ingredient are the people who make it possible: our farmers. For generations, dedicated family farms near our production sites have cultivated the potatoes that form the heart of our value chain. Their commitment, sense of responsibility, and passion for quality are deeply woven into who we are as a company.
Built on trust, loyalty, and the shared belief that agriculture, industry, and region belong together, these partnerships are the true foundation of our success — shaped by real stories, real partnerships, and real roots.
Honoring the Past & Growing the Future
Our strength has always been our people — those who have shaped our company over decades and those who are just beginning their journey with us. Long-standing colleagues, retirees, and service anniversary celebrants reflect the experience, loyalty, and trust that form our foundation. At the same time, development programs, apprenticeships, and early-career initiatives ensure that new perspectives and fresh ideas continue to grow within all seven locations.
Whether through leadership development, international opportunities, community events, or social engagement beyond the workplace, we create an environment where people belong, take responsibility, and grow. By honoring our shared history and investing in the next generation, we carry our values forward — and shape the future together.
Innovation — Where Ideas Make an Impact
Innovation at the Emsland Group goes far beyond research and development — it is our commitment to turning ideas into solutions that truly deliver. Guided by close dialogue with our customers and driven by the expertise of our Innovation Center in Emlichheim, 2025 was defined by progress across both food and industrial applications.
From expanding our plant-based and clean-label portfolios to pioneering starch-based solutions for construction, packaging, and modern infrastructure, our developments reflect the breadth of what plant-based ingredients can achieve. Whether it’s authentic vegan cheese concepts, healthier snack solutions, or high-performance industrial applications, each project begins with collaboration — and ends with measurable impact.
Innovation begins with dialogue. And together with our customers, we make the future tangible.
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