Ingredients
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Geltor debuts vegan collagen for food and beverages
Made through the company's proprietary fermentation process, PrimaColl is said to match the functional properties of the animal-based equivalent.
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WholeFruit chocolate launches under Evocao label
Barry Callebaut's high-end sweet made only from cacao fruit is available to chocolatiers in limited quantities right now, but will be expanding next year.
By Megan Poinski • June 10, 2021 -
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TrendlineNatural and organic
Natural and organic foods have caught a brisk tailwind during the pandemic, as consumers increasingly seek out food options with a health halo.
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Taste is tops in consumers' yogurt priorities, survey finds
Nearly half of shoppers consider flavor a reason for buying the snack, with health benefits and nutrition also key, according to research from the International Food Information Council.
By Lauren Manning • June 09, 2021 -
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ColumnLeftovers: DiGiorno celebrates National Donut Day with a pizza twist; General Mills' cold cereals get hot
Nestlé's latest mashup adds mozzarella and tomato sauce to doughnuts, while a startup offers a sweet way to wake up or settle down with functional chocolate bars.
By Food Dive staff • June 04, 2021 -
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Tate & Lyle leaders outline potential company split
The British company best known for sweetener innovation seems likely to divest its division handling corn syrup, acids and non-human food to a majority investor, but no deal has yet been made.
By Megan Poinski • June 03, 2021 -
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Deep DiveBig Food hit pause on switching to natural colors. What will it take to make the shift?
Manufacturers point to a lack of consumer demand for swapping out artificial colors in brightly hued foods, but new research — and legislation — may force their hands.
By Megan Poinski • June 03, 2021 -
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Proteins in milk and mealworms have similar positive attributes, study finds
Researchers at Maastricht University found they perform the same when it comes to digestion, absorption and the ability to stimulate muscle growth.
By Lauren Manning • June 03, 2021 -
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Avocado consumption hits record highs, driven by health trends
As consumers seek out the superfood fruit for its nutritional punch and versatility, avocados may face issues around sourcing and sustainability, according to a report by Rabobank.
By Lauren Manning • May 28, 2021 -
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Cargill receives GRAS status for EpiCor postbiotic
The dried yeast fermentate can now be used in food and beverages as consumers seek out ingredients that support the immune system and gut health.
By Lauren Manning , Samantha Oller • May 27, 2021 -
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Danone partners with upstart to create food derived from the pongamia tree
Terviva's deal with the French CPG giant could provide a major boost for ingredients extracted from the plant that it says is more sustainable than other oilseed crops, such as palm and soy.
By Christopher Doering • May 27, 2021 -
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Unilever partners with fermented protein provider to bulk up plant-based alternatives
The Europe-based company's agreement with Enough will add new mycoprotein ingredients as a way to further its goal of increasing sales of animal-free products.
By Megan Poinski • May 27, 2021 -
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Organic food sales hit record $56.4B in 2020
The pandemic contributed to double-digit increases for fresh and frozen offerings, the Organic Trade Association reported.
By Samantha Oller • May 25, 2021 -
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Kodiak Cakes purchased by private equity firm L Catterton
The pancake and waffle manufacturer is the latest small company to get acquired in recent months as investors cash in on the growth of better-for-you food offerings.
By Christopher Doering • May 25, 2021 -
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Better Brand seeks to improve bagels with low-carb launch
The new company, with baked goods developed through a proprietary process, raised $1.2 million in February and plans to launch its first product this week.
By Megan Poinski • May 24, 2021 -
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Sponsored by NZMPSnacking and stress: Better choices for better cognitive performance
Consumers are looking to manage their stress, stay focused in their work and maintain more positive moods through more sophisticated snacking choices.
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Sponsored by Flavor ProducersSpring cleaning labels
The options for updating new and existing products with the taste consumers expect to meet clean label requirements can be achieved with the right ingredients.
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ColumnLeftovers: Gatorade lightens up for rehydration; Airly crackers take a bite out of climate change
PepsiCo's latest sports drink offers more electrolytes with less sugar, while McCormick puts the Thanksgiving feast in a more portable, snackable form.
By Food Dive staff • May 21, 2021 -
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Chr. Hansen Natural Colors changes its name to Oterra
The new identity, which comes after the company's acquisition of Secna Natural Ingredients, places an emphasis on sustainable sourcing for food coloring.
By Barbara Smith • May 20, 2021 -
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Organizations partner to create fair-pricing model for coffee growers
The Verified Living Income program will help farmers determine how much they need to receive for their beans in order to earn a living wage.
By Lauren Manning • May 20, 2021 -
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Superbrewed Food unlocks herbivores' secret to healthy eating and brings it to dairy alternatives
The fermented protein essentially feeds good gut health to people, said founder Bryan Tracy, whose first products should hit shelves in the second half of the year.
By Megan Poinski • May 20, 2021 -
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Firmenich debuts tech for mimicking meat juiciness in plant-based products
The company's Dynarome SR platform helps replicate the release of fat and provide succulence to vegan meat alternatives.
By Lauren Manning • May 20, 2021 -
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Consumers are more confident about healthy eating as pandemic impacts wane, study says
The International Food Information Council's 16th annual report on consumer attitudes and priorities found some predictable shifts and some surprises.
By Megan Poinski • May 19, 2021 -
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Plant-based chicken maker Daring raises $40M in latest funding round
The investment will be used to hire new employees, increase its retail presence and provide capital for product development.
By Lauren Manning • May 19, 2021 -
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Hershey to buy low-sugar confectionery brand Lily's
The startup's products, which include chocolate bars, baking chips and peanut butter cups, will complement the candy giant's better-for-you snacking strategy.
By Christopher Doering • May 18, 2021
