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How plant-based Skinny Butcher aims to capture both retail and foodservice markets
The new brand is supported by the manufacturing might of Golden West Food Group, the ghost kitchen reach of Wow Bao, a $10 million VC investment for marketing and the enthusiasm of CEO Dave Zilko.
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How the Ukraine conflict and supply chain chaos could play out in food prices
Wells Fargo chief agricultural economist Michael Swanson is already seeing improvements in inflationary pressures such as labor and transportation, even as "the next wave" of increases takes hold.
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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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Microencapsulated Omega 3 with Italian expertise
Microencapsulated Omega 3 offers many benefits for human and veterinary applications.
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Leftovers: So Delicious takes aim at dairy ice cream fans; Patagonia, Dogfish Head harness carbon-sucking grain for new brew
Danone's Wondermilk stars in a new line of plant-based frozen desserts, and Kill Cliff combines caffeine and CBD in its latest lemony launch.
By Food Dive staff • March 18, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Aleph Farms to make cell-based collagen
The move reflects the Israeli cultured meat company's desire to replace all useful proteins in cows through cellular agriculture. The new ingredient should be available in 2024.
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AB InBev's EverGrain brings used beer ingredient to snacks and plant-based milks
Told by many he was wasting his time, the CEO of the alcohol giant's subsidiary is introducing spent barley to foods and beverages through partnerships with companies like Nestlé and Post.
By Christopher Doering • March 17, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Fewer than 1 in 10 consumers can make healthy choices from front-of-pack labeling, study finds
Consumer research platform Attest found that 60% of consumers want products that support their overall health, but 46% believe items with wellness-targeted packaging might not actually be as good for them.
By Megan Poinski • March 15, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Driscoll's, Plenty partner on vertical farm for strawberries
The facility, which will serve customers in urban areas of the Northeast, expands upon the companies' year-old partnership.
By Samantha Oller • March 15, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Citrus prices spike 6.8% in February as weather, disease woes continue
All six of the major food-at-home categories saw higher prices, according to BLS data, with fruits and vegetables seeing the biggest monthly increase since March 2010.
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Molecular precision plus biotechnology: Driving innovation and better flavors
What makes these flavors unique? Sensegen's Molecular Precision paired with biotechnology designed ingredients forms our creative palette.
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Cooking at home presents opportunities for food manufacturers
At-home cooking is on the rise. Here's what food manufacturers need to consider.
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How Yali Bio plans to revolutionize alternative fats
The startup, which recently closed a $3.9 million seed round, is using precision fermentation to recreate naturally occurring fats for plant-based meat and dairy products.
By Megan Poinski • March 10, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Consumers 'deflect responsibility' over salt intake: study
Only about four in 10 U.S. consumers try to control how much sodium they include in their diet, despite recognizing the potential health risks, a survey by Ajinomoto has found.
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Motif FoodWorks moves for Impossible Foods' patent to be revoked
This petition, which comes after the plant-based meat maker sued the ingredient company over its heme product, argues that the patent at the center of the dispute shouldn't have been granted in the first place.
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Sugar Association updates its sweetener labeling petition after 2 years of regulatory inaction
The industry group first asked the FDA to change the rules in 2020, arguing consumers don't know when they are consuming other sweeteners.
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Unilever commits to annual nutritional report
The global CPG giant says it will publish its first report measuring its food products against governmental health goals by October.
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After 17 years of plant-based ice cream, why HumanCo rebranded Coconut Bliss and added dairy
The legacy flavors will continue, but company Founder and CEO Jason Karp said most consumers want clean-label, sustainable desserts made with dairy.
By Megan Poinski • March 7, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Consumers prioritizing relaxation as money concerns grow: study
A shift toward traditional remedies is coming at the expense of plant-based, sustainability and mental health need states, a Brightfield Group analysis has found.
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Leftovers: Gatorade Fit offers hydration without added sugar; Impossible creates endangered species-shaped nuggets
PepsiCo adds a more natural option to the leading sports drink line, and Sovos Brands brings Birch Benders into the cookie category.
By Food Dive staff • March 4, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    
Ginkgo Bioworks partners with Phytolon on natural colors
The biotech powerhouse will work to improve and scale processes of the Israel-based company that uses precision fermentation to make yellow, purple and pink pigments.
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Disruption has drawn ingredient suppliers and food manufacturers closer, Ingredion CEO says
Jim Zallie said reduced R&D budgets, changing consumer tastes and an urgency to get products to market faster has created "more intimate relationships" between the two sides.
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Consumer interest in probiotics is growing far beyond yogurt, survey finds
Research from Chr. Hansen shows opportunity for food manufacturers to expand the microorganisms to new categories and dayparts — and to educate about their benefits.
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Tea gets a wellness boost as Hain, Twinings aim to wake up the category
While sales in the segment have been largely flat to down in recent years, more consumers are turning to offerings with attributes like probiotics, relaxation, energy and immune support.
By Christopher Doering • March 1, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
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Leftovers: Special Peeps for your special peeps; Magic Spoon brings its cereal to snack bars
The Easter candy staple launches personalized versions of the marshmallow treats, while Boursin Cheese spreads its product line with cooking cream and cheese bites.
By Food Dive staff • Feb. 25, 2022 - 
                    
                    
                        
                    
                    
                    Wheat's inflationary year
Food commodity prices soar as Russia invades Ukraine
With the two countries serving as major exporters of wheat, corn and other crops, the conflict is set to further roil ingredient and food prices and compromise supply.
By Samantha Oller • Feb. 25, 2022