Partnership with John R. White to Expand Market Access Following Bunge’s Acquisition of IFF Soy Protein Concentrate and Lecithin Business
BIRMINGHAM, AL – April, 2026 — John R. White today announced a partnership with Bunge to scale soy protein solutions for food manufacturers in North America. Bunge recently announced its acquisition of International Flavors and Fragrances’ soy protein concentrate and lecithin business, strengthening its position as a global leader in soy ingredients, oilseed processing, and food ingredient manufacturing.
As part of this expansion, Bunge is partnering with John R. White Company (JRW), a leading specialty ingredient supplier, to accelerate brand awareness, customer adoption, and technical capabilities for soy protein concentrate and lecithin across North America.
The acquisition significantly enhances Bunge’s ability to supply high-quality soy protein ingredients, including soy protein concentrate, lecithin, and related soy-based solutions used in food manufacturing, plant-based products, and nutritional applications.
Through its partnership with JRW, Bunge will expand its reach to food manufacturers seeking reliable soy protein suppliers, improved ingredient performance, and competitive pricing.
“Bunge’s expanded soy portfolio creates a major opportunity for food manufacturers looking to optimize both cost and functionality,” said William Patton, CEO of John R. White Company. “JRW is focused on helping customers successfully evaluate and integrate soy protein concentrate and lecithin into their formulations with confidence.”
JRW will support manufacturers by providing ingredient sourcing, formulation guidance, and product qualification support. This includes helping procurement and R&D teams compare current soy protein suppliers, validate performance in existing applications, and transition to Bunge’s soy ingredient solutions.
The collaboration is designed to meet growing demand for soy protein in key categories such as plant-based foods, prepared meals, child nutrition, bakery, meat and poultry, and foodservice products. By combining Bunge’s global supply chain and production scale with JRW’s technical expertise and customer relationships, the partnership delivers a streamlined path for manufacturers to adopt high-performance soy ingredients.
About John R. White Company
John R. White Company is a specialty ingredient supplier serving food manufacturers across North America. The company provides high-quality ingredients, formulation expertise, and supply chain solutions that help manufacturers improve product performance and manage ingredient costs. Learn more at: johnrwhite.com
About Bunge
Bunge is a global agribusiness and food ingredients company connecting farmers to consumers. The company is a leader in oilseed processing and supplies a wide range of ingredients used in food, feed, and fuel markets worldwide. Learn more at: www.bunge.com
