Novonesis Introduces Optiva® Triticum to Mitigate Wheat Volatility in Pasta Production — Novonesis A/S

Event summary

Novonesis launched Optiva® Triticum on August 12, 2026, a biosolution designed for pasta manufacturers.
The product enables greater use of soft wheat flour while maintaining pasta quality and texture.
Pilot evaluations showed firmness improvements of up to 25% in spaghetti and 11% in short-cut pasta.
Optiva® Triticum reduced cooking water turbidity by approximately 25%, improving the cooking experience.

The big picture

Novonesis' launch of Optiva® Triticum addresses a critical industry challenge: the volatility in durum wheat availability and pricing. By enabling pasta manufacturers to use a wider range of wheat flours without compromising quality, the solution supports greater supply chain resilience. This aligns with broader trends in the food industry toward building more flexible and resilient sourcing and production systems.

What we're watching

Adoption Pace: How quickly pasta manufacturers will integrate Optiva® Triticum into their production processes.
Market Impact: Whether the solution can significantly reduce exposure to wheat price fluctuations for producers.
Consumer Perception: The extent to which consumers notice and value the improved pasta quality enabled by Optiva® Triticum.