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Storytelling helps new products pop at Expo West
Brands looked to highlight the “why” in their messaging to attract consumers back to both the plant based and natural foods spaces.
By Elizabeth Flood • March 20, 2024 -
Keurig brewing up compostable K-Rounds as alternative to plastic coffee pods
The company is still in the process of testing the rounds and certifying them as compostable. Keurig also plans to launch a mail-back program for its polypropylene K-Cups, which are not going away.
By Maria Rachal • March 15, 2024 -
Trendline
Top 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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Ingredion prioritizing texture, an ‘underappreciated and not well understood’ trait
CEO Jim Zallie said the ingredients giant is focusing more attention on the attribute that plays a pivotal role in determining a product's mouthfeel, appearance, taste and enjoyability.
By Christopher Doering • March 14, 2024 -
Fresh Del Monte brings petite pineapples to market in effort to avoid waste
The company’s latest offering, Precious Honeyglow, is available year-round nationwide through specialty foods distributor Melissa’s Produce.
By Nathan Owens • Updated March 15, 2024 -
Food tech startup Yo Egg accelerates venture from lab to retail shelf
Known for its plant-based poached and sunnyside up eggs, the company has partnered with Whitestone Natural Foods for its first retail partnership in hopes of bringing the product to the East Coast.
By Elizabeth Flood • March 8, 2024 -
To farm or fabricate? 3D printing’s role in the food industry
As food production startups begin commercializing 3D-printed seafood, some experts question the viability of the technology in the broader market.
By Megan Ruggles • March 4, 2024 -
Vertical strawberry grower Oishii clinches $134M amid indoor farming woes
An intentional choice to grow artisanal fruit rather than leafy greens has allowed the firm to avoid the financial difficulties facing others in controlled-environment agriculture, according to the company’s CEO.
By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 29, 2024 -
Borealis Foods’ unique quest to tackle malnutrition starts with ramen
The food technology company sees itself as truly one-of-a-kind in its mission to mass produce healthy, affordable products.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 27, 2024 -
Is the future of chocolate cocoa-free? Voyage Foods thinks so
The ingredient provider is using its proprietary technology to mimic the sweet treat consumers know and love, but in a more sustainable way.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 22, 2024 -
Beyond Meat unveils its ‘most significant renovation to date’
The company's fourth generation of its plant-based beef adds nutrient dense ingredients and replaces coconut and canola oils.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 21, 2024 -
Meati Foods shuffles C-suite amid layoffs
Recently appointed CFO Phil Graves will take over as CEO as the company reduces its workforce by 13%.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 20, 2024 -
Kellanova unveils 5 tech strategies to drive growth
The snacking giant plans to utilize AI and enhance its data analytics to boost its biggest brands such as Cheez-It and Pringles.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 20, 2024 -
‘Completely misguided’: How the cultivated meat industry is responding to legislative backlash
Legislators across states have introduced laws to prohibit the sale of the alternative protein, but proponents of the namesake product say their tactics are unconstitutional.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 15, 2024 -
Upside Foods cultivated chicken no longer served at US restaurants
Bar Crenn was the last place in the nation to purchase the alternative protein. The company says it’s working with the Michelin-starred chef to serve the product at other locations.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 14, 2024 -
Small CPGs take the upper hand in better-for-you market
As consumers become hyper aware of ingredient quality, experts say smaller companies are in a good position to capitalize.
By S.L Fuller • Feb. 14, 2024 -
What El Niño means for farms and global food prices
The U.S. could see the wettest conditions since 2019, easing some drought concerns. But too much rain could bring other problems for growers.
By David Silverberg • Feb. 13, 2024 -
Phytolon, Ginkgo Bioworks reach milestone with natural colors
The biotech companies developed a range of yellow to purple hues using yeast fermentation, with the intent of bringing the products to market soon.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 1, 2024 -
Opinion
Bridging the divide between the wants of food companies and the needs of farmers
Driven by the urgency to be more environmentally responsible, businesses sometimes fail to fully grasp the multifaceted challenges faced by their suppliers. Here’s how to get everyone on the same page.
By Ofir Ardon • Jan. 30, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Plant-based meat needs to beef up its messaging in 2024
Between slumping sales and shifting consumer mindsets, 2023 proved difficult for the sector. Here’s what analysts and experts say the category can do to recalibrate.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 30, 2024 -
Plant-based casein maker lands first commercial partner
Pureture’s partnership with South Korean dairy manufacturer Namyang “validates the functionality” of its product.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 25, 2024 -
Impossible Foods makes executive changes for a ‘decisive year,’ CEO says
The plant-based pioneer appointed Colgate-Palmolive veteran Elaine Paik as its new CFO, while former Heaven Hills Brands exec Emma Hutchens takes over as chief people officer.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 23, 2024 -
Ingredion partners, invests in startup reducing sugar in juice
The deal allows the startup to accelerate the use of its technology in the U.S. while giving the ingredients giant another tool it can offer its customers looking to cut the sweetener.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 18, 2024 -
Modern Plant Based Foods taps into caviar craze
The Canadian company’s Vegan Kaviar line aims to fill a gap in the market with a more affordable, plant-based option.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 18, 2024 -
Aleph Farms receives green light from Israel for cultured beef
This is the first time a company has received approval globally to sell a non-chicken cultivated meat product.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 17, 2024 -
Arizona could join states in stand against cultivated meat
The Grand Canyon state joins Florida, Texas, and others in exploring or imposing additional requirements that would prohibit the sale in their states.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 11, 2024