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Hazardous chemicals found in boxed macaroni and cheese
Consumer advocates are urging Kraft Heinz and other manufacturers to clean up their products after research found harmful chemicals in the favorite kids’ food.
By Sandy Skrovan • July 17, 2017 -
Judge says lawsuit against Nature Valley's 'natural' claim is 'not plausible'
Without a definition of the term by the FDA, the dismissal of the class action case may make it harder to argue that a label is misleading.
By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2017 -
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TrendlineHow GLP-1s are shaking up snacking
Food companies, including Danone and Nestlé, are adding more protein and changing portion sizes as weight loss medications reshape consumption patterns.
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The fountain of youth? Drinking coffee could lead to longer life
A pair of studies also linked the world's most popular beverage with improved health including a lower risk of stroke and heart and liver diseases.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 13, 2017 -
Food fraud creates lucrative growth opportunity for detection firms
The market for testing the authenticity of meat, seafood, cheese and other products is expected to surge 66% to $8.3 billion by 2023, according to Food Safety Tech.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 13, 2017 -
Too much sugar in pregnancy linked to children's allergies and asthma
Although the study published in the European Respiratory Journal is observational and can’t prove the causal link, it is still another blow for the beleaguered ingredient.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 13, 2017 -
Global olive oil supply under threat as tree disease reaches Spain
Up to a million trees in Italy were killed by the bacterium last year, forcing officials to raze trees in an effort to stop the spread.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 13, 2017 -
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Paleo may be a fad, but trends toward healthy ingredients are here to stay
The movement toward functional foods to address health and wellness issues will keep growing, and manufacturers are incorporating more items known to have natural benefits and healing powers.
By Sandy Skrovan • July 13, 2017 -
Alternative ice creams are more prevalent, but most consumers still want to indulge
Vegan, non-dairy and allergen-free varieties are growing in number, but traditional creamy flavors still dominate customer preferences.
By Megan Poinski • July 13, 2017 -
Study: Nearly all consumers find transparency in food and beverage important
According to a report from Response Media, most shoppers would pay more for a product that offers more information about ingredients, manufacturing and sustainability.
By Megan Poinski • July 13, 2017 -
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Olam SVI MarketReport: Spices, June 2017
Chili prices continue to trend down. Most of the cold storages across the region are full, pulling back the domestic and export related stocking interest.
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General Mills uses simple ingredients in new products
The maker of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Larabar and Yoplait is introducing and reformulating products that use recognizable ingredients while maintaining taste.
By Christopher Doering • July 11, 2017 -
Lawsuit complains Veggie Straws aren't made of vegetables
The plaintiffs say the packaging, with pictures of tomatoes, spinach leaves and potatoes and terminology like "garden grown" and "ripe," make consumers think they're eating a healthy snack.
By Megan Poinski • July 11, 2017 -
General Mills files patent for better quality fortified cereal
The manufacturer will now be able to make more desirable — and potentially more nutritious — breakfasts.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 10, 2017 -
Quaker introduces squeezable oatmeal pouch
The legacy brand is launching its Oat Squeeze product and Porridge to Go breakfast squares in the U.K. later this summer, but will consumers bite?
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 10, 2017 -
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Eagle Foods CEO hunts for deals as large food makers jettison brands
Despite growing consumer demand to eat healthier, the company, which makes sweetened condensed milk and popcorn, will focus on selling snacks and indulgent products with good flavor.
By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2017 -
Breyers tries to scoop Halo Top's success with new low-calorie, protein-rich line
The packaging on pints of Unilever's new ice cream closely mimics the startup's iconic branding, but only time will tell if it will lure health-conscious consumers.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 7, 2017 -
Palm oil sustainability could get boost from satellite monitoring
Environmental experts said new technology could help protect vulnerable land, detect illegal deforestation and identify pest and disease problems.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 6, 2017 -
Energy drink makers innovate to create a natural buzz
As the segment continues to grow, beverage companies are looking to differentiate with ingredients such as ginseng and whole coffee cherries.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 6, 2017 -
Almond joy: It's the most used nut for 10th year running
The California-grown crop was included in 38% of new products containing nuts — with 82% coming from confectionery, bakery, bars, snacks and cereal.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 6, 2017 -
Bug-fed meat gets a step closer with fly processing plant
The factory in the Netherlands will be Europe's first — and may break down barriers for other uses of insect protein.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 6, 2017 -
Butter spot prices surge to new global high, brand buyers panic
The dairy ingredient previously suffered from a glut based on artificially low prices, but is now experiencing a shortage and a spike in demand.
By Jennifer McKevitt • July 6, 2017 -
Report: Population growth means food production needs to change
New processes and ingredients like plant proteins may circumvent a supply shortage in the future, a study from CB Insights indicates.
By Sandy Skrovan • July 6, 2017 -
Suja Juice may enter alcohol-free kombucha market
The cold-pressed juice and drinking vinegar maker is looking to infiltrate the booming beverage segment, which has grown into a $429 million industry.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 6, 2017 -
H-2-Organic: 25% of Americans looking to purchase the specialty water
The beverage is the latest variety to enter the popular segment, competing with sparkling, mineral and other options.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What's driving consumer desire for plant-based foods?
At the Institute of Food Technologists conference, several panelists credited it to growing interest in protein and clean eating.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 5, 2017
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