In recent years, several companies have advocated for the use of insects as a sustainable protein source for human consumption. However, in many Western markets, a significant barrier remains: the disgust factor, along with confusion regarding their regulatory status in food products. According to information from the USDA, whole ground insects can be sold without … Read more
Innova Market Insights has highlighted that almonds are favored by consumers due to the demand for simple, clean label ingredients and their established reputation as a healthy food choice. They are frequently included in free-from products, such as those that are gluten-free, preservative-free, and additive-free. Additionally, the unique texture of almonds serves as a product … Read more
Despite a trend away from sodas, not all consumers are turning to bottled water, which became the top beverage in the country last year. For those who prefer something beyond plain water and are more conscious of ingredient lists, beverage manufacturers have responded by incorporating more naturally energizing components like ginseng, caffeine, and fruit into … Read more
Palm oil is the most widely utilized vegetable oil globally and presents significant advantages for food manufacturers. It is not only less expensive than other vegetable oils but also boasts a long shelf life and processing benefits, such as stability at high temperatures and solidification at room temperature. Consequently, it has emerged as a favored … Read more
Halo Top’s rapid rise in the frozen dessert market has been significantly driven by consumers’ affection for its packaging. Each pint of Halo Top features a prominent design of an ice cream scoop on the front, with the calorie count per pint boldly displayed inside the scoop, making it more prominent than the actual Halo … Read more
The manufacturer of essential household products like Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk and PET evaporated milk has expressed a positive outlook for the struggling food products sector. This comes as they aim to acquire unwanted brands that family-owned businesses and large corporations are discarding. Paul Smucker Wagstaff, CEO of Eagle Foods, shared with Food Dive … Read more
As the cereal industry faces ongoing challenges, numerous whole food brands are adopting convenience-focused product reformulations to attract consumers back to the category. While many of these innovations are specifically aimed at millennials—who, according to a Mintel study, believe that pouring a bowl of cereal is too much work—people of all ages are increasingly seeking … Read more
In the United States, many individuals consume more calories than they expend, yet their intake of certain micronutrients remains below recommended levels. Research indicates that the consumption of dietary fiber, calcium, potassium, and vitamin D in the U.S. is sufficiently low to be considered a public health concern, primarily due to inadequate intake of vegetables, … Read more
Lawsuits aimed at food companies for misleading labeling appear to be a persistent issue. For example, Post has faced legal action for labeling its cereals as “natural” despite the fact that the crops used in their ingredients were treated with synthetic herbicides. Similarly, General Mills is currently battling a lawsuit concerning Cheerios Protein, where plaintiffs … Read more
As consumers increasingly gravitate towards healthier, fresher, and more recognizable ingredients, General Mills and other food manufacturers have been slow to innovate—until recently. In 2016, food companies enhanced the health profiles of approximately 180,000 products, a rise of over 100,000 items from the previous year, according to the Consumer Goods Forum. With consumer preferences showing … Read more