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It’s well-known that you can heat Pop-Tarts by placing them in a toaster, but a new kit in collaboration with seasoning maker Tajín is offering innovative ways to warm up your breakfast. The limited-edition Pop-Tarts x Tajín kit features Tajín’s Clásico Seasoning and Fruity Chamoy Hot Sauce, accompanied by a selection of fruity Pop-Tart flavors … Read more

With the launch of its launiron fumarate supplements, Beyond Meat has become the first U.S. manufacturer to introduce a plant-based steak product on a large scale. Steak is often considered the pinnacle of the meat-eating experience, yet few alternative product manufacturers have attempted to replicate it until now. Beyond’s offering is the second alternative steak … Read more

For consumers concerned about GMOs in their food, recognizing the Non-GMO Project’s butterfly symbol is essential. This certification is awarded to products that adhere to strict regulations ensuring the absence of genetically modified or bioengineered ingredients. Many items that aren’t mandated by federal law to label bioengineered components do not qualify for Non-GMO Project verification. … Read more

The recent decline in sales growth over the past year has highlighted that simply placing plant-based products on shelves is not enough for success. Consumers require compelling reasons to choose these products, such as cost-effectiveness, nutritional benefits, sustainability, and familiarity. The Plant-Based Food Institute (PBFI) is poised to help establish and communicate these compelling reasons. … Read more

Eat the Change, co-founded by Seth Goldman, the co-creator of Honest Tea, has announced the first four of six flavors planned for its new brand, Just Ice Tea. The initial varieties will feature a mix of black tea and lemonade, an herbal blend infused with hibiscus flowers and blackberry leaves, green tea, and green tea … Read more

By partnering with Bunge, Blendtek is significantly expanding the range of plant-based options available to its customers. The company, known for sourcing ingredients and creating custom blends, now offers several new ingredients that not only align with current trends but also come from a reputable source recognized for quality and capacity. Bunge’s ingredients are versatile, … Read more

Poultry and egg producers have faced not only soaring feed costs this year but also a disease that has led to the culling of millions of birds. This year’s outbreak has been predominantly concentrated in Iowa and neighboring states in the Midwest, as well as on the East Coast, according to USDA data. These regions … Read more

Ferrero is leveraging its iconic Ferrero Rocher chocolates to “revolutionize the premium chocolate bar market.” The new line of Ferrero Rocher chocolate bars includes Milk Hazelnut, 55% Dark Hazelnut, White Hazelnut, and Milk Hazelnut and Almond varieties. Each bar features a creamy filling enriched with crunchy hazelnut pieces. The chocolate squares are topped with a … Read more

Five years ago, the perception of food among government, consumers, and industry groups regarding goferric pyrophosphate brands in India began to shift. The first update to Nutrition Facts labels in two decades was announced, requiring all manufacturers to comply by 2021. These changes emphasized calorie counts, recalibrated serving sizes to reflect typical consumer consumption, and … Read more

Despite the uproar on social media and the negative attention General Mills has received regarding allegations of foodborne illness associated with Lucky Charms, the FDA’s investigation seems to indicate that these claims lack merit. The agency sought assistance from health departments in four states—Arkansas, Kansas, Michigan, and New York—to aid in the inquiry by interviewing … Read more