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  • A package of Black Label Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bacon.
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    Leftovers: Cinnamon Toast Crunch goes hog wild for bacon | Krispy Kreme bonds with Barbie

    Hormel’s Black Label Bacon is partnering with the popular cereal to create the best of sweet and salty, while Mattel's iconic doll is moving into doughnuts.

    By Food Dive Staff • Sept. 13, 2024
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    T Hasegawa broadens flavor portfolio with Abelei acquisition

    The purchase will add more citrus and fruit options to the company’s offerings serving the food, beverage and nutrition industries.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Inside the functional beverage frenzy

    Major companies like PepsiCo and Monster are adding ingredients to boost emotional or physical wellness as consumers demand more out of their drinks.

    By Food Dive staff
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    Ingredients in Focus: Sugarcane crops on fire

    Raging wildfires in Brazil are sparking concerns over the global sugar supply, a shortage that would bring far-reaching repercussions.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Avocado shortages generate record profits

    Mission Produce and Limoneira are seeing strong consumer demand even in the face of higher grocery store prices. 

    By Sept. 12, 2024
  • A bottle of Tropicana Brands Group's new Tropicana Refresher.
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    The Weekly Sip: Tropicana splashes into refreshers | Jose Cuervo unleashes sweet heat

    In other beverage news, upstart Game Day takes on tailgates with shots inspired by popular stadium snacks.

    By Food Dive staff • Sept. 12, 2024
  • A woman is seen pouring maple syrup into a tank
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    Maple syrup production to ‘bounce back’ after devastating season

    After the world's only strategic maple reserve dwindled to a 16-year low, the industry is rebuilding in the face of continued climate challenges.

    By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Dairy-free frozen dessert Klimon expands reach

    The plant-based ice cream, which claims to have the same texture and creaminess as its traditional counterpart, has garnered widespread consumer support since its launch two years ago.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 10, 2024
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    Are strawberries tasting worse? Tech platform says it can help fruit maintain quality

    New labels track the humidity and temperature of berries and can help producers maintain a fresher, sweeter fruit. 

    By Sept. 9, 2024
  • Ferrero Rocher's new Ferrero Rocher Dark Hazelnut and Crunchy Salted Caramel bar.
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    Leftovers: Ferrero unwraps new chocolate bar | Tabasco takes on Tex-Mex heat

    The confectionery giant debuts a product with hazelnuts and salted caramel, and Good Culture hops on the pumpkin spice bandwagon with its latest cottage cheese.

    By Food Dive staff • Sept. 6, 2024
  • A large package of Beyond Meat burgers sits in a shopping cart.
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    Beyond Meat unveils plans for new steak

    CEO Ethan Brown said the company will likely introduce the product in collaboration with a “healthier” restaurant. 

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 6, 2024
  • Cargill lecithin emulsifier used in a cupcake
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    Ingredients in Focus: Emulsifiers

    Suppliers and manufacturers aim to provide food and beverage companies with clean-label versions of the in-demand ingredient.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 5, 2024
  • Nura's new stevia extrand blend product
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    Nura expands ingredients business with 3 new products

    The company is focusing on consumer trends in healthy and sustainable eating to assist other firms interested in reformulating their products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Impossible Foods and Motif FoodWorks dismiss long-standing legal battle

    The drawn-out saga between the companies over the use of heme proteins has come to a close after two and a half years.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Why egg prices are becoming expensive again

    An expert said continued bird flu challenges across U.S. poultry farms have caught up to the markets at the wholesale and retail levels.

    By Nathan Owens • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Barry Callebaut names new president for its North America operations

    Natasha Chen will take over at the cocoa processor and chocolate manufacturer on Sept. 16. She succeeds Ben De Schryver who left to “pursue other opportunities.”

    By Sept. 3, 2024
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    Tasty Bite rides the spice wave as its Indian cuisine hits its stride

    As younger consumers increasingly seek out hotter flavors and more convenient meals, the Mars-owned brand believes it stands to benefit.

    By Sept. 3, 2024
  • A box of General Mills' Bisquick limited-edition funnel cake mix.
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    Leftovers: Bisquick heads to the fair | Welch’s goes sugar free

    The General Mills-owned brand is partnering with Kid Cudi on a funnel cake mix, and Thomas’ English muffins is bringing back its beloved pumpkin spice offerings.

    By Food Dive Staff • Aug. 30, 2024
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    Buckwheat in your ice cream? Quinoa in your milk? Sustainable grains emerge as a star ingredient

    More companies are incorporating these ingredients into their products to enhance nutrition and sustainability.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Maple water

    The liquid, which is considered an alternative to rehydration beverages through its minerals and electrolytes, also appeals to consumers looking for environmentally sustainable practices.

    By Alexandra Frost • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Harken Sweets brings more superfood candy bars to the public in big retail push

    Katie Lefkowitz, a former Caulipower executive, started the better-for-you confection company after a medical diagnosis.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 27, 2024
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    How a Swedish company plans to dominate better-for-you snacking

    Nick's is expanding its U.S. presence for its ice cream and bars with a more aggressive marketing plan that includes a Kardashian partnership.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 26, 2024
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    RXBar founder ‘betting everything on protein’ with new venture

    Peter Rahal's latest brand David raised $10 million in capital and will not rely on nutrition fads to grow in the category.

    By Aug. 26, 2024
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    Hybrid meats: The best of both worlds

    Limiting meat intake is a desire for a quarter of U.S consumers today. But why not give the best of both worlds: plant-based and traditional meat?

    Aug. 26, 2024
  • Nothing Bundt Cakes new Pop-Tarts cakes.
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    Leftovers: Nothing Bundt Cakes bakes Pop-Tarts treats | Hostess hurries into fall with Halloween flavors

    The personal-sized cake hits on nostalgia, while a better-for-you brand debuts Girl Scouts themed protein bars.

    By Food Dive staff • Aug. 23, 2024
  • Rows of industrial hemp growing in a farm field.
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    Ingredients in Focus: Hemp protein

    The ingredient is gaining popularity for use in plant-based meats, smoothies and baked goods.

    By Jennifer Lawinski • Aug. 22, 2024