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Motif raises $27.5M to expand production of animal-free ingredients
The nascent company has about 15 products under development, including one that would better maintain the fat structure in plant-based burgers.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019 -
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Leftovers: Pumpkin Spice Spam ushers in fall, Lucky Charms marshmallows get Jet-Puffed
No joke: The latest food item to get the seasonal treatment will be sold online later this month, and Pabst Blue Ribbon dives into seltzer with an 8% ABV drink.
By Food Dive staff • Aug. 16, 2019 -
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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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Parabel creates water lentil protein to replace soy or pea in meat substitutes
The Florida-based company said its neutral-colored ingredient is allergen-free, non-GMO and has a complete amino acid profile.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 15, 2019 -
Tyson shifts production after plant fire to 'keep supply chain full'
A dip in processing capacity will likely manifest in a depleted and pricier spot market for beef, according to consultants.
By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 14, 2019 -
Smithfield releases plant-based meat line for all meal times
With options like breakfast patties and meatball appetizers, the company is focusing on dayparts that have received less attention from other manufacturers.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 14, 2019 -
After ICE raids, chicken processors say they need better immigration verification tools
In a letter to President Trump, the National Chicken Council said the industry tries to verify the status of job applicants, but loopholes allow prospective workers to submit "easily falsifiable" documents.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 13, 2019 -
3 investments food and grocery companies are making for the future
As food and grocery companies head into the future, they are exploring new technologies and new ideas to push their industries forward. Food Dive and Grocery Dive looked at specific places that are seeing interest and investment.
By Food Dive and Grocery Dive staff • Aug. 9, 2019 -
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Pork price fixing lawsuit dismissed
A federal judge said the evidence does not clearly show producers — including Hormel, JBS USA, Smithfield and Tyson, as well as agricultural research company Agri Stats — worked together to increase prices.
By Megan Poinski • Aug. 9, 2019 -
Tyson looks to robotics for the future of meatpacking
Engineers at the Arkansas pork, beef and poultry giant are working to create robots that will ease staff shortages and do jobs that may be dangerous or highly repetitive.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 9, 2019 -
Report: DuPont may sell its food additives and ingredients unit for $20B
The fast-growing division could be an attractive target for companies such as Kerry Group or International Flavors & Fragrances, Bloomberg reported.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 8, 2019 -
Agreement reached to export more US beef to the EU
If the deal is approved by the European Parliament, annual exports of hormone-free beef to the 28 EU member countries could increase to about 18,500 metric tons, worth about $420 million.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 6, 2019 -
Tyson's plant-based nuggets to launch in 4,000 stores next month
"This kind of quick start demonstrates the capabilities and scale and national reach" of the company, CEO Noel White said on an earnings call.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 6, 2019 -
Ain't nothin' like the real thing? Analysts look at the long game for meat alternatives
Comparing it with the sugar substitute market, Rabobank says perfection is elusive and there are challenges in coming up with acceptable alternatives.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 2, 2019 -
Will Westerners eat jellyfish?
As the human population grows and fish stocks decline, European scientists are studying how to maximize the value of the saltwater creatures.
By Anastassia Gliadkovskaya • Aug. 1, 2019 -
Chia and linseed oils can reduce fat in pork burgers, study finds
Researchers found replacing up to 60% of the fat resulted in a product with a similar sensory quality and healthier lipid profile.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 1, 2019 -
Impossible Burgers are coming to grocery shelves in September
The plant-based burger maker announced a large co-packing agreement with OSI Group and received FDA approval for the soy-derived "bleeding" ingredient to be used as a colorant.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 1, 2019 -
Beyond Meat's restaurant and foodservice revenue skyrockets 486%
The division raked in $53.8 million in the first half of the year, driving half of the plant-based company's revenue just three months after its IPO.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 30, 2019 -
Tofurky lawsuit: Arkansas 'meat' labeling law violates right to free speech
The legacy maker of plant-based meat alternatives says the state's prohibition of terminology traditionally associated with meat, dairy and rice products is unconstitutional.
By Cathy Siegner • July 24, 2019 -
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Report: Unilever, Nestlé and Conagra are ready for the alternative protein boom
Investor group FAIRR ranked 25 food companies and retailers based on awareness and assessments of environmental risks linked to animal-based products.
By Anastassia Gliadkovskaya • July 24, 2019 -
Plant-based meat market forecast to reach $85B by 2030, report says
Investment firm UBS said that figure could be conservative if innovation and consumer awareness drive more consumption among consumers.
By Cathy Siegner • July 22, 2019 -
Insects have more antioxidants than orange juice, study finds
It's unclear whether this research — the latest to show positive health effects from eating bugs — will make consumers any more likely to try them.
By Cathy Siegner • July 18, 2019 -
Why the meat industry is working together on sustainability
The leading trade group voted to make it a noncompetitive issue, encouraging members to share best practices and use advisers to improve environmental impacts.
By Cathy Siegner • July 17, 2019 -
With 50M meals sold worldwide, Huel shakes up the meal replacement market
The British company says it has seen year-over-year customer growth of more than 150% and expects its valuation to top $1.25 billion by 2022.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 16, 2019 -
Plant-based food market value hits $4.5B, with sales growing 11% in the past year
Data from The Good Food Institute and the Plant Based Foods Association show the alternative products grew five times faster than the entire market.
By Cathy Siegner • July 16, 2019 -
Mycoprotein more effective than milk protein for muscle growth, study says
Research from the University of Exeter in the U.K. could be significant for Quorn Foods because mycoprotein is a key ingredient in its products.
By Cathy Siegner • July 11, 2019
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