Ingredients: Page 70


  • DouxMatok's Incredo Sugar is made from sugar and manufacturers can use 40% less of it.
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    DouxMatok names executives to bring Incredo Sugar to the US

    The Israel-based maker of a sweetener that can reduce sugar content by 40% plans to have the ingredient in products this year.

    By Jan. 28, 2021
  • Pepitas sourced from Styrian pumpkins
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    Pumpkin seeds shift beyond seasonal as their functional qualities shine

    A good source of nutrients and crunch, the high-protein, highly versatile ingredient is taking center stage in snacks, cereals and even oils.

    By Samantha Oller • Jan. 28, 2021
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    How 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.

    By Food Dive staff
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    Survey: Consumers want healthy protein that tastes good, but aren't as concerned about sustainability

    The report from the International Food Information Council found 75% of people classify themselves as omnivores, and seven in 10 tried a new plant-based protein in the past year.

    By Jan. 28, 2021
  • Cargill sea salt flour
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    Cargill's sea salt flour aims to balance flavor with dietary demands

    As consumers reach for more snacks, food developers' hunt for ingredients that reduce sodium content while not blunting a product's taste continues to grow. 

    By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 28, 2021
  • Sproud pea-protein milk
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    Sproud raises $6.6M for North American expansion of pea-protein milk

    The company is tackling the crowded U.S. dairy alternatives market with a sustainability hook, and the potential of repeating the success of fellow Swedish plant-based milk manufacturer Oatly.

    By Samantha Oller • Jan. 27, 2021
  • Scientists at Ukko work on non-allergenic peanut protein.
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    Ukko raises $40M for AI-enabled food allergy solutions

    The company is making a nonallergenic version of gluten and a peanut tolerance treatment based on a safe version of the legume's protein.

    By Jan. 27, 2021
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    Deep Dive

    Will 2021 be the turning point for food technology?

    What we eat and drink could soon change thanks to advances that allow for the creation of better ingredients, crops and animals. The biggest challenge: explaining the science to consumers.

    By Jan. 26, 2021
  • Eat Just announced plant-based sous vide egg bites will be coming to stores in March 2021.
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    Plant-based Just Egg to launch sous vide bites

    The egg substitute brand is adding a trendy product as more people look for vegan breakfast options.

    By Jan. 25, 2021
  • Pillsbury Funfetti Oreo
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    Column

    Leftovers: Pillsbury mashes up Funfetti and Oreos; Babybel rolls out with probiotics

    Hometown Food Company adds a heaping dose of color and fun to its new baking mixes, while Alter Eco taps into sustainability and clean label trends with its new dark chocolates. 

    By Food Dive staff • Jan. 22, 2021
  • Organic produce sales growth tops 14% in 2020

    The pandemic has helped push double-digit increases, but challenges loom for the category, from unsteady consumer income to uncertain supply chains.

    By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 21, 2021
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    Deep Dive

    How algae's potential could make other ingredients green with envy

    The one-celled organism can be cultivated anywhere — and with research and Big Food partnerships, it might be the next great sustainability story.

    By Jan. 21, 2021
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    PureCircle settles stevia patent infringement lawsuit

    Under terms of the largely confidential settlement, a licensing agreement allows smaller provider Almendra to continue selling its disputed Steviarome ingredients worldwide.

    By Jan. 21, 2021
  • Kerry launched its ZERO line of natural flavors for no and low alcohol beverages in June 2020
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    Kerry: Consumers will want both familiar and new flavors in 2021

    The emergence from the pandemic means manufacturers need to strike a balance with comforting items and global tastes, the ingredients company found.

    By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 21, 2021
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    Deep Dive

    Could 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
  • Unilever reintroduced its Viennetta ice cream cake in 2021.
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    Leftovers: 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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    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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    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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    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 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
  • Treasure8's sauna technology is used to quickly dehydrate food and help it retain its nutrients.
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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 Jan. 14, 2021
  • Danone's So Delicious Dairy Free brand launched plant-based cheese varieties in early 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 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 Jan. 11, 2021
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    Sponsored by Flavor Producers

    Blood 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. 

    Jan. 11, 2021
  • Partake Foods' allergy friendly cookie lineup in 2020
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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 , Jan. 8, 2021
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    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. 7, 2021