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Lawsuit claims artificial coloring in Skittles makes them 'unfit for human consumption'
The class action lawsuit takes Mars to task for using titanium dioxide — which is FDA approved but being banned in Europe — in the brightly colored candies.
By Megan Poinski • July 18, 2022 -
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Supply issues top CPG company leaders' concerns, study finds
The survey of more than 300 leaders at large U.S. companies found 62% of manufacturers have reformulated at least six products in the last two years, and nearly seven in 10 are looking for additional ingredient suppliers.
By Megan Poinski • July 18, 2022 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Food Dive
The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Sponsored by Faravelli, IncMicroencapsulated MTC oil powder, a unique solution for keto applications
The features of MCTs are ideal for ketogenic diets, weight management, sports nutrition, functional food and nutritional products.
July 18, 2022 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Ace Hardware scoops paint-inspired ice cream; Fyxx Health bites into cookies
The do-it-yourself store celebrates National Ice Cream Day with treats based on Benjamin Moore colors, and Flow enters the functional water space with three flavors.
By Food Dive staff • July 15, 2022 -
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Phytolon raises $14.5M, led by Royal DSM's venture arm
The fermented natural colors maker plans to expand its products globally, with the help of leaders in the biotech space.
By Chris Casey • July 14, 2022 -
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Why Brevel says its microalgae will become the most popular alternative protein ingredient
The inexpensive powder with a mild taste and high level of nutrition will eventually topple today’s standards of soy and pea in plant-based foods, the Israeli company’s CEO says.
By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2022 -
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Wheat's inflationary yearWheat and dairy punctuate 12.2% spike in food prices in the last year
The increase is the highest in more than four decades, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, but consumer costs seem to be moderating for meat.
By Chris Casey • July 14, 2022 -
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Flowers Foods invests in keto bread maker Base Culture
The bakery giant will help the gluten- and grain-free company increase distribution, scale and marketing, as well as bolster manufacturing capabilities.
By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2022 -
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Pea starch helps Lamb Weston reduce supply chain snags and trim food waste
The alternative ingredient delivered “a nearly identical match” to traditional starches, the food processing company said.
By Max Garland • July 12, 2022 -
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Bel Group teams with Superbrewed Food to make postbiotic cheeses
The French company is the first CPG to partner with the fermented protein ingredient maker. New products from the collaboration could be introduced next year.
By Megan Poinski • Updated July 12, 2022 -
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Mondelēz adds whole grain content to some Ritz and Premium cracker labels
The announcement, part of a collaboration with the Center for Science in the Public Interest, will provide consumers with more information when making purchases, the advocacy group said.
By Christopher Doering • July 12, 2022 -
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Tropic Biosciences raises $35M to develop climate-resilient tropical crops
Sustainable food venture group Blue Horizon led the funding round, which the biotech firm will use to apply gene editing to crops beyond bananas, coffee and rice.
By Samantha Oller • July 7, 2022 -
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Mission Produce grapples with avocado shortfalls following meager Mexico harvest
One of the world's largest avocado distributors is sourcing more fruit from California and Peru, but admits it won't be enough.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 7, 2022 -
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Upcycled food launches leap as concerns around waste grow: report
More than 6 in 10 consumers said they are willing to pay more for products containing repurposed ingredients, according to Innova Market Insights.
By Chris Casey • July 5, 2022 -
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ColumnLeftovers: DiGiorno turns crust into ice cream cones; Gym Weed infuses hemp into energy drinks
Nestlé’s frozen pizza brand serves up a new dessert in honor of National Ice Cream Day, and Nightfood supplies sweet dreams with its Sleep Friendly Cookies.
By Food Dive staff • July 1, 2022 -
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Cost of Fourth of July cookouts to jump by double digits this year
Price increases for food items like chicken, bread and soda have made this year’s holiday a more expensive celebration, according to two recent analyses.
By Chris Casey • July 1, 2022 -
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Wheat's inflationary yearWhy the recent drop in wheat prices may not reflect the longer-term trend
Better weather and a brief drop in demand recently helped bring futures for the grain to a four-month low, but analysts say the food commodity may have hit a floor.
By Samantha Oller • June 30, 2022 -
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Givaudan partners on gum targeting kids' sugar cravings
The ingredients company helped Israeli food-tech startup Sweet Victory mask the bitterness of an herb that blocks sugar receptors on the tongue for its new treat.
By Chris Casey • June 30, 2022 -
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Eclipse Foods scoops up more than $40M to invest in plant-based dairy
The ice cream maker’s signature ingredient blend can enable an entire non-milk platform, and additional products will launch next year.
By Megan Poinski • June 28, 2022 -
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Sponsored by ADMBorderless food. Ready to eat at a moment's notice.
Modern consumers want to experience global tastes and trends, and they want to experience those tastes in convenient ways they control.
June 27, 2022 -
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Leftovers: Land O'Lakes cuts corners on butter; Saputo spreads into plant-based cheese
The dairy brand is reshaping its signature product to help at-home bakers, and Hamdi Ulukaya’s Unstuck initiative launches co-branded products with ingredients sourced by refugees.
By Food Dive staff • June 24, 2022 -
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Chinova Bioworks raises $6M for clean-label preservative
Investors in the company and its ingredient made from upcycled mushrooms include the venture arms of Royal DSM and Rich Products.
By Samantha Oller • June 23, 2022 -
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How CrushDynamics upcycles wine waste into a nutritious ingredient
The Canadian company uses fermentation to make polyphenol-rich blends that can enhance flavor, reduce salt, block bitterness and extend shelf life, and plans to take its tech to winemaking regions worldwide.
By Megan Poinski • June 23, 2022 -
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B&G Foods creates 4 business units to oversee sprawling portfolio
The maker of Green Giant, Ortega and Cream of Wheat said the new structure will help eliminate unnecessary costs and spur growth.
By Chris Casey • June 22, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Sensegen™, a division of Blue CaliforniaUnique sensorial solutions from an ingenious alliance
Flagrance™ is the scientific and creative outcome of a true collaboration of flavorists and perfumers.
By Sara Marino, Senior Flavorist & Flavors Team Leader, Sensegen™, a division of Blue California • June 21, 2022
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