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Cubiq Foods gets $5.5M for development of healthy fats
The Spanish company is making cell-based fats as well as using technology to add nutrients and improve those that naturally occur.
By Megan Poinski • May 21, 2020 -
DSM develops new cheese cultures to improve mozzarella
The use of the ingredient boosts cheese production, increases moisture content and reduces browning.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 21, 2020 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of PIPA
TrendlineGetting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand
Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use.
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Task force creates official definition for 'upcycled food'
The group said implementing a single description could unify the category and encourage more food companies to use ingredients that reduce food waste.
By Lillianna Byington • May 21, 2020 -
Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat highlight cost and safety as they race to catch conventional meat
With prices of the animal-based staple heading upwards and potential shortages looming, the two plant-based companies have their eyes on grabbing more market share.
By Megan Poinski • May 21, 2020 -
Sponsored by Epogee
How the sugar showdown is sparking a food revolution
As consumers increasingly shun sugar, a new food ingredient technology can help manufacturers satisfy preferences for tasty, low-calorie foods.
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Orange juice sales get sweeter as consumers look for immunity boost
Retail sales in the U.S. increased 46% to 44 million gallons in the four weeks ending April 11, and futures trading jumped 27%.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 19, 2020 -
Sponsored by IFPC
Strategically supporting customers with custom blends
When customers need a custom ingredient blend or manufactured product, an ingredient expert works with them to develop solutions that meet their unique business needs.
May 19, 2020 -
Just partners with Post Holdings for massive foodservice expansion
Plant-based Just Egg will be made and distributed by the cereal and frozen products company's Michael Foods division starting this fall.
By Christopher Doering and Megan Poinski • May 18, 2020 -
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Getting greener: USDA identifies romaine lettuce with longer shelf lives
Researchers have found the genes responsible for wilting, as well as those responsible for downy mildew disease.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 15, 2020 -
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Leftovers: Halo Top pops into a new frozen treat; Kodiak Cakes puts its stamp on granola bars
The revolutionary better-for-you ice cream brand creates an on-the-go version, and Agua Bucha is the mashup of the kombucha and sparkling water trends.
By Food Dive staff • May 15, 2020 -
IFF outlines merger plans with DuPont division
The $26.2 billion deal, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2021, will create a new company with the purpose of applying science and creativity for a better world, executives said.
By Megan Poinski • May 14, 2020 -
Ingredion signs global quinoa flour distribution deal with NorQuin
The company, which will work with the ingredient for snacks, baked goods and dairy and meat alternatives, retains the right to make an equity investment in the Canadian ancient grain outfit.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 14, 2020 -
Retrieved from Bunge Loders Croklaan on May 13, 2020
Bunge Loders Croklaan launches fat system to reduce sugar by 50%
The company said its new Sweetolin can give products a higher sweetness perception while maintaining texture and mouthfeel.
By Lillianna Byington • May 14, 2020 -
Ingredion launches sugar substitute made from erythritol
The ingredient, which has a distinctive cooling effect, is made through fermentation and can be found naturally in some fruits and vegetables.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 7, 2020 -
Opinion
Expert advice for CEOs during a crisis
Now is the time to have a communication plan. Lisa Cruz of Red Shoes Inc. walks through how to put one together and be effective.
By Lisa Cruz • May 7, 2020 -
How SoRSE Technology is formulating CBD products in a pandemic
As interest in infused food and drink has increased during the outbreak, the supplier is staggering shifts in the lab and sending samples to different locations.
By Lillianna Byington • May 7, 2020 -
Kerry expands clean label reach with 2 acquisitions
The purchases of IsoAge Technologies and Biosecur Lab will help the company better respond to trends such as eating healthier.
By Christopher Doering • May 7, 2020 -
Flow Alkaline Spring Water raises $45M
The company, which recently opened a spring in Virginia and is set to roll out collagen-infused drinks this month, hopes to double its consumer base by 2021.
By Megan Poinski • May 5, 2020 -
Anheuser-Busch wins appeal in corn syrup battle with Molson Coors
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals wrote in its decision if the brewer does not like the "sneering tone" of the ad, it "can mock" its rival through its own advertisement.
By Christopher Doering • May 5, 2020 -
Sponsored by Northwest Hazelnut Company
Sales growth drives demand for high-quality, US-grown hazelnut ingredients
U.S. chocolate-hazelnut product sales now exceed $420 million – up 6% from the prior year – with spreads booming at +10%.
May 5, 2020 -
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Leftovers: Brami dips into lupini hummus; Steeped Coffee brews sustainability
The protein-packed European bean makes the dip and spread shelf-stable and clean label, and Drinkworks partners with Brown-Forman to bring Jack Daniel's Lynchburg Lemonade home.
By Food Dive staff • May 1, 2020 -
Will chickpeas, seaweed, coconuts and mung beans become the top plant-based proteins?
FutureBridge looked at which ingredients could displace the peas, wheat and soy that many manufacturers in the space lean heavily on today.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 30, 2020 -
Chickpea protein company InnovoPro secures $15M to boost production
The funding round will increase supply of the company's 70% protein concentrate, as well as form business development and marketing joint ventures.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 30, 2020 -
From candy to clean label, gum arabic's 'workhorse' reputation
The ingredient is popular because it can perform a range of functions including emulsifying, stabilizing, thickening, improving mouthfeel and being a natural glue.
By Christopher Doering • April 30, 2020 -
How plant-based meat companies are staying afloat while coronavirus shutters restaurants
Impossible Foods, Beyond Meat and Before the Butcher have all seen sales drop as foodservice establishments close their doors, but are finding new ways to get to customers during the pandemic.
By Megan Poinski • April 30, 2020