Ingredients: Page 2
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Courtesy of Tofurky
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 -
Trendline
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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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 -
Courtesy of Bay State Milling
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 -
Ocean Spray adds upcycled cranberry seeds to its product portfolio
This product appeals to a growing segment of sustainability-minded consumers who are willing to pay more to help the environment.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 17, 2020 -
Sandy Skrovan
Why Kraft Heinz leaders say their new strategy will drive growth beyond the pandemic
The CPG giant's strategic reset instituted ideas that executives say were good business decisions. This plan, coupled with shifting consumer needs, leads them to say the future is bright.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 17, 2020 -
Retrieved from Wholesome Sweeteners.
Whole Earth to buy Wholesome Sweeteners for up to $235M
This latest acquisition gives Whole Earth a bigger presence in plant-based and fair-trade certified sweeteners, including sugar, honey and agave nectar.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 17, 2020 -
Ocean Spray partners to create protein-sweetened, reduced-sugar cranberry juice
The cooperative is partnering with Amai Proteins to develop a beverage that has at least 40% less sugar.
By Samantha Oller • Dec. 10, 2020 -
Sensient Food Colors
Why natural colors are poised to pop in 2021
As consumers flock to natural ingredients, manufacturers of products such as energy drinks, condiments and dairy alternatives are turning to plants for their hues.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 10, 2020 -
Permission granted by Benson Hill
Benson Hill's mountain of a challenge: Bringing back taste and nutrition lost in food
The 8-year-old company looks to use CRISPR and data analytics to boost flavors, from restoring the natural taste in a store-bought tomato to eradicating the bitterness in yellow peas.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 10, 2020 -
Courtesy of Chobani
Chobani doubles down on probiotics as consumers seek immunity-boosting products
The dairy giant is debuting a line of yogurt cups and drinks that spotlight the microorganisms, as well as an extension geared toward children.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 10, 2020 -
Courtesy of Gotham Greens
Indoor produce grower Gotham Greens raises $87M to fuel expansion plans
The flourishing indoor greenhouse segment has been popular for investors in 2020, with BrightFarms, Revol Greens and AppHarvest also raising money for their development efforts.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 08, 2020 -
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Sponsored by Flavor ProducersThe Transparently Delicious™ organic evolution in food and beverages
Consumer demand for clean labels is driving ingredient sourcing for organic flavors towards botanicals, florals, herbs, vegetables, and fruits.
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Courtesy of Barry Callebaut
Barry Callebaut to expand La Morella Nuts globally in 2021
The premium Spanish nut company was acquired in 2012 for its synergies with the chocolate ingredient leader's primary business. The line will be available in North America next year.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 03, 2020 -
Permission granted by Tate & Lyle
Tate & Lyle acquires stevia manufacturer Sweet Green Fields
Before taking full ownership, the British company had both a minority stake and a global distribution partnership with the U.S.-based firm.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 03, 2020 -
Permission granted by Olam Coffee
Olam Coffee upcycles cascara to create superfruit products
Although typically discarded, the company is now using the pulp and skin of the coffee cherry fruit for healthy food and beverages while doubling revenue from the raw material.
By Lillianna Byington • Dec. 03, 2020 -
Labeling on plant-based meat is 'potentially misleading,' judge rules
An Oklahoma court issued the first ruling that favored state labeling restrictions on the segment, denying the motion for an injunction as the case continues.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 03, 2020 -
Courtesy of Lidl/Businessnewswire
Lidl launches ethically sourced, private label chocolate bar
Way To Go products guarantee farmers receive the Fairtrade Minimum Price for cocoa, along with extra money to boost their income and develop higher-yield farming techniques.
By Rosie Bradbury • Dec. 03, 2020 -
Non-meat eaters more prone to bone fractures, study finds
Researchers at the University of Oxford said the breaks were likely due to lower intake of calcium and protein.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 30, 2020 -
Califia Farms
4 reasons plant-based milk will keep growing after the pandemic
Dairy alternatives have gone from trendy to on fire in 2020, and analysts weigh in on what will keep the segment booming in the upcoming years.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 24, 2020 -
Retrieved from Cholula on November 24, 2020
McCormick buys hot sauce maker Cholula for $800M
The purchase further expands the spice and seasoning company's reach into condiments, tapping into increased food consumption at home and consumer demand for flavor.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 24, 2020 -
Younger consumers want more fat, study finds
Most older shoppers feel just the opposite, according to a five-year study from New Nutrition Business.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 20, 2020 -
Courtesy of Barry Callebaut
Barry Callebaut debuts high performance and sustainable chocolate line
The products, which are hitting the market in time for the holiday season, are made for North American consumers' palates.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 19, 2020 -
Courtesy of SunOpta
SunOpta sells global ingredients division for $390M
The company plans to use the money it receives from the deal to expand its plant-based food and beverage offerings as well as to pay down debt.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 19, 2020 -
Courtesy of Cargill
Cargill upstart predicts $1B in sales as demand for healthy ingredients surge
Cargill Health Technologies was launched by the agricultural giant to expand the understanding of gut and digestive health and their connection to the body's immune system.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 19, 2020
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