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LiveKindly Collective closes $335M funding round
In its first year, the platform company dedicated to increasing plant-based eating has raised $535 million. These latest funds will support expansion to the U.S. and China, acquisitions, partnerships and innovation.
By Megan Poinski • March 29, 2021 -
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Sponsored by NZMPFunctional food ingredients give a cognitive boost to today's stressed-out consumer
Consumers are taking the phrase "we are what we eat" to heart by searching out food and beverage ingredients with functional ingredients.
March 29, 2021 -
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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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AeroFarms to go public in SPAC deal valuing vertical farmer at $1.2B
The company, which plans to use the money raised to build more farms and enter additional stores, joins Utz and AppHarvest in using a blank check to become publicly traded.
By Christopher Doering • March 26, 2021 -
Study: CBD does not cause liver damage
The FDA requested this research to gain clarity as it works toward developing regulations for using the hemp and cannabis-derived substance in food and drink.
By Lauren Manning • March 25, 2021 -
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ADM pledges to remove deforestation from its supply chain by 2030
The ingredients giant has also updated its policies, originally released in 2015, on water conservation, traceability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
By Barbara Smith • March 25, 2021 -
Why plant-based business pioneers say the sector has just gotten started
The animal-free meat, dairy and cheese businesses are booming, but Seth Goldman, Miyoko Schinner and Alan Hahn said at a virtual conference last week that price parity, tech developments and more shifts in consumer preferences will drive it further.
By Megan Poinski • March 25, 2021 -
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7 in 10 US consumers would swap cell-based chicken for traditional meat
The study done by an outside firm on behalf of Eat Just found overall attitudes toward cultured meat offerings are becoming more favorable.
By Megan Poinski • March 25, 2021 -
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From soup to chips, more everyday foods find a place at the table as ingredients
Companies like Campbell Soup and PepsiCo are optimistic that homebound consumers discovering new uses for their products now could become more frequent buyers after the pandemic.
By Christopher Doering • March 25, 2021 -
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Bel Brands launches 100% plant-based Nurishh brand
As the French cheesemaker works to create a plant-based version of each of its signature cheeses, it's also developed this suite of non-dairy slices and shreds — with more in the works.
By Megan Poinski • March 23, 2021 -
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$3.1B invested in alternative proteins in 2020, report says
The record-breaking number represents more than half of all the cash raised by companies in the plant-based, fermented and cell-based segments in the last decade, the Good Food Institute found.
By Megan Poinski • March 19, 2021 -
Givaudan launches FlavorFinders to consider consumers' taste preference in product design
How someone thinks about food has very little to do with traditional demographics, says the flavorings company. This system uses years worth of data to bring that aspect into new concepts.
By Megan Poinski • March 18, 2021 -
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PepsiCo launches Mtn Dew energy drink amid push into functional offerings
The beverage, which has vitamins, antioxidants and nearly twice the amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee, is being endorsed by NBA superstar LeBron James.
By Christopher Doering • March 18, 2021 -
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Benson Hill doubles down on plant-based ingredients with new business units
The divisions will help the food technology company improve yellow pea and soy ingredients for plant-based offerings while maximizing the functional potential of produce.
By Samantha Oller • March 18, 2021 -
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SweeGen receives GRAS status for stevia ingredient Reb B
The company is expanding its portfolio of clean label sweeteners to target the growing demand for low- and no-sugar products that don't compromise on taste or texture.
By Lauren Manning • March 17, 2021 -
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Deep DivePlant-based cheese is full of startups. Will dairy providers get into the segment?
New companies and entrenched plant-based food makers are bringing growth and innovation to the sector, while most traditional cheese makers are hanging back. Are they missing an opportunity, or is it not worth their effort?
By Megan Poinski • March 16, 2021 -
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Molson Coors 'illegally' touting health attributes of its Vizzy Hard Seltzer, consumer groups say
CSPI and CFA say the beverage maker violates FDA rules that prohibit misleading claims and discourage companies from fortifying alcoholic drinks with vitamins.
By Christopher Doering • March 15, 2021 -
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Nick's gets into sweets with new keto-friendly bars
The Swedish company known for its better-for-you ice cream is launching its healthier candy competitor on its website today.
By Megan Poinski • March 15, 2021 -
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ADM agrees to pay $45M to settle price-fixing allegations in peanuts, WSJ reports
The settlement comes as consumption of the popular legume reached an all-time high of 7.6 pounds per person in 2020, even as the price paid to farmers has stayed around 21 cents for years.
By Christopher Doering • March 12, 2021 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Califia Farms brings mushrooms to plant milks; Dunkin' adds a coffee jolt to jelly beans
The plant-based dairy company adds fungi and hemp options to its lineup, and Laughing Cow celebrates its birthday with a sweet spin in cake icing.
By Food Dive staff • March 12, 2021 -
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Clara Foods unveils first animal-free pepsin for commercial use
The enzyme, which is being distributed by Ingredion, offers the same functionality as the pig-derived variety. It also provides a vegan option with greater price stability and sustainability.
By Barbara Smith , Samantha Oller • March 11, 2021 -
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Sponsored by National Sunflower AssociationWhat's ahead for post-pandemic food innovation?
It all starts with the right oil-71% of consumers want products made with sunflower oil.
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Ardent Mills to acquire chickpea producer Hinrichs Trading Company
The acquisition is the next move in the flour maker's strategic growth plan to expand into plant-based through its specialty ingredient offerings.
By Lauren Manning • March 4, 2021 -
CBD shows growth opportunity beyond relaxation
Cannabidiol is the most-talked about wellness ingredient on social media and has room to expand in sleep and immune-boosting applications, according to an Evergi report from Brightfield Group.
By Barbara Smith • March 4, 2021 -
B&G Foods' sales growth slowed because of inflation and shortages
Green Giant sales were flat because a poor growing season and pandemic-heightened demand have reduced the amount of product the company can make.
By Megan Poinski • March 4, 2021 -
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Danone-backed Forager Project launches line of plant-based cheeses
The family-owned business is the latest company to enter the increasingly crowded segment where large CPGs and smaller startups already have products on the market.
By Lauren Manning • March 3, 2021
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