Ingredients
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Deep DiveCould 2021 be the breakout year for cannabis-infused food and beverages?
Although the pandemic slowed progress, the outlook is brighter as more companies enter the market and the regulatory environment has the potential to change.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 19, 2021 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Viennetta returns to the US; Slim Jim teams up with Sonic
Unilever's Good Humor brand is bringing back everyone's favorite fancy ice cream dessert from the 1990s, and Michelob Ultra is launching organic hard seltzer.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 15, 2021 -
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Better-for-you
The better-for-you trend has made its way into nearly ever facet of the food and beverage space, with the coronavirus pandemic prompting consumers to pay even more attention to what they put in their bodies.
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T. Hasegawa buys Mission Flavors & Fragrances
The acquisition fits into the ingredient company's strategy to broaden its portfolio in dairy, bakery, plant-based alternatives, fruit filling and confectionary categories.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Getting to the root of chicory root's popularity surge
From adding fiber and mouthfeel to its use in prebiotics, the woody perennial's versatility has made it popular with consumers and businesses — especially during the pandemic.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Qualitas Health raises $10M for algae-based protein
The company, known for its omega-3 supplements, plans to use the investment to expand into new geographies, commercialize its products and boost its R&D.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Molson Coors launches first US CBD drink line
Veryvell, the sparkling, nonalcoholic beverage that will be available only in Colorado, was developed by Truss CBD USA, a joint venture between the beer giant and Hexo.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Treasure8 partners with Mariani for food dehydration innovation
The California startup will use its exclusively licensed technology to help the 115-year-old dried fruit company bring healthier and tastier food to consumers around the world.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Danone's So Delicious launches plant-based cheese
The dairy-free pioneer brand is the latest entrant in a crowded market, with shredded, sliced and spreadable varieties hitting shelves early this year.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 12, 2021 -
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Molson Coors enters crowded energy drink space with distribution deal for ZOA
The beverage will differentiate itself with natural ingredients, vitamins, electrolytes and amino acids, forgoing preservatives and artificial ingredients.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 11, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Flavor ProducersBlood orange is the new orange
The growing consumer demand for exotic fruit profiles has resulted in a positive demand shift for fruit flavors that go beyond the expected, allowing product developers to differentiate their food or beverage and delight the consumer.
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Allergy-friendly cookie company Partake Foods gets $4.8M to fuel expansion
With the influx of funds, the brand is on its way to doubling its number of retail outlets by the end of the quarter as demand for free-from products grows.
By Jessi Devenyns , Megan Poinski • Jan. 08, 2021 -
Two-thirds of plant-based meat companies are willing to use cultured fat, survey says
Cell-based fat provider Peace of Meat, which did the research, is working with manufacturers to create prototypes of hybrid animal-free products.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 07, 2021 -
Elderberry demand soars as consumers seek an immunity boost
From beverages to popsicles, more companies are adding the deep purple berry to a variety of offerings for its hue, flavor and health appeal.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 07, 2021 -
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EverGrain upcycles AB InBev's barley waste into plant-based protein
The company, started by the brewer's former head of sustainability, creates two unique ingredients from the waste, which adds up to millions of tons a year.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 07, 2021 -
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New Wave Foods nets $18M and plans foodservice launch in Q1
The plant-based shrimp company's new funding round, led by New Enterprise Associates and Evolution VC Partners, will help bring its products to restaurants nationwide.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 07, 2021 -
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Air Protein raises $32M to develop a meat alternative out of thin air
The company, built around 1960s-era NASA research of turning carbon dioxide into something edible, received funds from ADM Ventures, Barclays and GV.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 07, 2021 -
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Deep Dive5 trends fueling food and beverage innovation in 2021
Consumers will pick up their pursuit of immunity boosts, new plant-based options, global flavors and tech-enhanced foods after a tough year.
By Lillianna Byington , Christopher Doering , Megan Poinski • Jan. 04, 2021 -
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McCormick buys natural flavorings company FONA International for $710M
The acquisition will expand the 132-year-old company's reach into growing categories, such as performance nutrition and health and wellness.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 04, 2021 -
Dietary Guidelines published without changes to added sugars or alcohol recommendations
The document from USDA and HHS is being criticized for not incorporating more recommendations from scientists, dietitians and medical professionals.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 29, 2020 -
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Zevia closes $200M funding round with Canadian investment firm
The stevia sweetened soda company is planning to use the money and partnership to fuel its global expansion strategy and better manage its assets.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 22, 2020 -
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Eat Beyond aims to change the way people invest in protein alternatives
The investment fund — which is currently publicly traded on three exchanges — serves both those who want to support the future of food and smaller companies with big ideas.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 22, 2020 -
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How cost and trends are impacting Christmas dinner
Rising prices for traditional dishes and a taste for plant-based meat may shift what's on tables this holiday season.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 21, 2020 -
FDA OKs 'potassium salt' for ingredient labels
Ingredients company NuTek Food Science petitioned the agency in 2016 to allow a more consumer-friendly name for potassium chloride, the nutrient-dense salt replacement.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 18, 2020 -
DuPont partners with accelerator program opening office in Chicago
The ingredients company is investing in Plug and Play's newest location to gain access to emerging technologies from entrepreneurial startups.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 17, 2020 -
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Bay State Milling launches high-fiber flour targeted at consumers
Flourish, an all-purpose flour made from high-amylose wheat, has five times the fiber as its regular counterpart, but performs and tastes the same.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 17, 2020
