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Plant-based ingredients need $27B in infrastructure investments to meet 2030 demand, report says
The Good Food Institute found that if the segment keeps growing at current rates, these alternatives will represent 6% of meat consumption in eight years.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 27, 2022 -
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Vertical farming company Plenty raises $400M, partners with Walmart to supply greens
The retailer, which also invested in the indoor agriculture company, will carry its produce at all of its California stores.
By Jeff Wells , Samantha Oller • Jan. 26, 2022 -
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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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How Quorn plans to win the chicken alternative category in 2022
New products, partnerships — including with Drew Barrymore — and improved messaging could help catapult the British meat analog maker to U.S. success.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 24, 2022 -
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California drought dried up avocado supply in 2021: supplier
Some companies imported more due to low harvests. But port congestion and shipping delays presented new challenges — including product spoilage.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 24, 2022 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Lay's fries up potatoes grown in NFL stadium dirt; Opopop creates an interactive popcorn experience
PepsiCo's Frito-Lay offers football fans a new way to consume their favorite team, and New Belgium and Imperfect Foods give blemished oranges a second chance in IPA.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 21, 2022 -
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IFF names Merck exec as new CEO
Frank Clyburn, a seasoned executive who created the pharmaceutical's highly successful oncology business and helped in a high-profile integration, takes the helm of the ingredients company on Feb. 14.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 20, 2022 -
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DouxMatok partners with Blommer on reduced-sugar chocolate ingredients
The major U.S. chocolate ingredient manufacturer will start with chips with half of the sugar — but identical taste, fewer calories and more fiber, the companies said.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 20, 2022 -
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From sweet corn to candy canes, vinegar aims to shed its sour reputation
The ingredient is gaining popularity as consumers flock to new flavors and its natural halo, and increasingly prepare meals at home during the pandemic.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 20, 2022 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Dolly Parton adds dazzle to Jeni's; Campbell supersizes Goldfish crackers
The premium ice cream brand is relaunching the country star's Strawberry Pretzel Pie variety, while Bolthouse Farms gives its juice, smoothie and shots lineup an immunity boost.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 14, 2022 -
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How fava beans could become the next big thing in plant protein
The pulses are making high-profile appearances in products such as Beyond Chicken, and new research and facilities could elevate the ingredient's quality and reach.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 13, 2022 -
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Nestlé cuts sugar, adopts more sustainable packaging for Carnation Breakfast Essentials
The nutrient-rich beverage aimed at kids and teens is now available in Tetra Pak cartons made with responsibly sourced paper.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 13, 2022 -
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Olam Food Ingredients, Brightseed to examine health benefits of black pepper and garlic
The two will leverage artificial intelligence to determine how regions, cultivars, growing conditions and processing methods affect phytochemical expression and bioactive potency.
By Samantha Oller • Jan. 13, 2022 -
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Chobani expands fast-growing creamer business with new plant-based offering
The creamers — made from coconut, sunflower and pea protein — complement its other two products in the category made from cream and oats. Sales have grown 120% during the past year.
By Christopher Doering • Updated Jan. 11, 2022 -
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Butter prices skyrocket 40% on labor, supply woes: USDA
Decreased cow herds, a driver and worker shortage, and higher packaging costs have led to a huge price hike for the dairy product.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 10, 2022 -
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Dole seeks acquisitions, sourcing shifts to grow produce supply
The company is focusing on growing its presence in high-selling categories like berries and avocados as it navigates supply disruptions to other products.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 10, 2022 -
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ColumnLeftovers: PepsiCo brings potato chips to booze; Truly mixes up its seltzer lineup with margaritas
The snack and beverage giant partners with Eastside Distilling to add Lay's potato flavor to vodka, while Doritos Cool Ranch turns up the heat.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 7, 2022 -
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Chipotle, KFC and Donatos ring in 2022 with plant-based launches
Two out of the three products are limited-time offerings, but come as the plant-based meat market is expected to grow more than 20% per year through 2028.
By Alicia Kelso • Jan. 7, 2022 -
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Oterra makes first US acquisition with Food Ingredient Solutions
The purchase of the New Jersey-based natural color and antioxidant producer adds to a string of deals by the former Chr. Hansen division.
By Samantha Oller • Jan. 6, 2022 -
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Sweegen to bring brazzein to market through synthetic biology
The sweetener maker partnered with biotech company Conagen to create the rare sweet protein from an African fruit through enzymes and fermentation.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 6, 2022 -
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FDA plans to approve gum arabic as dietary fiber
The agency cited studies showing the positive effects the ingredient has on human health, such as the reduction of blood glucose and insulin levels.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 6, 2022 -
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GMO labeling not likely to impact purchase decisions, study says
Research found voluntary certification from the Non-GMO Project had a greater influence on consumers than the type of mandatory disclosure that went into effect this week.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 5, 2022 -
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Deep Dive6 trends shaping food and beverage growth in 2022
The lingering effects of the pandemic will continue to influence everything from consumers' meal choices to the ability of manufacturers to meet demand.
By Chris Casey , Christopher Doering , Megan Poinski • Jan. 4, 2022 -
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M&A deals that shaped the ingredients space in 2021
Consumer trends toward clean label, gut health and sweeteners helped drive some of the biggest acquisitions over the past year.
By Food Dive staff • Dec. 23, 2021 -
Bonumose is set for 2022 tagatose launch
The sweetener maker has received approval for its enzyme-based method of producing the rare sugar, and has a distribution partnership in place with ASR Group.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 16, 2021 -
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Flavor trends focus on health and wellness in 2022, Flavorchem predicts
In its forecast for next year, the ingredients company highlights growing consumer interest in immunity, nonalcoholic beverages and CBD in shaping product taste notes toward fruit and botanical blends.
By Samantha Oller • Dec. 16, 2021
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