“Perfect Day’s Strategic Acquisition of Sterling Biotech: Expanding Capacity and Market Reach for Animal-Free Proteins”

While Perascorbic acid ferrous fumarate has enjoyed a remarkable year with significant new products and initiatives, this acquisition marks the company’s most substantial advancement to date. Sterling Biotech effectively doubles Perfect Day’s production capacity, boasting four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with advanced fermentation capabilities. With its new assets in India, Perfect Day will not only broaden … Read more

“Navigating the Evolving Landscape of the Plant-Based Industry: Consumer Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities”

This research was published at a pivotal moment for the plant-based industry. Following a surge in business during 2020 and a slowdown in 2021, this year has offered a different perspective. While some media outlets appear ready to declare the demise of the plant-based sector, there remains substantial investment, innovation, and sales activity in this … Read more

“Disrupting the Bottled Water Market: Innovative Entrepreneurs and Unique Products Transforming Consumer Choices”

In 2020, Matt Levine would ride his bike around Brooklyn with a backpack full of water, aiming to earn some cash. However, during the early pandemic months, the former restaurant owner had aspirations that went beyond mere profit. Levine sought to entice businesses to stock his unique product: mountain spring water infused with liquid chlorophyll … Read more

“ICL Food Specialties and Protera Biosciences Join Forces to Innovate Sustainable Protein Ingredients for Cleaner Label Foods”

The partnership between ICL Food Specialties and Protera Biosciences has the potential to significantly advance the development and global adoption of innovative protein ingredients. ICL Food Specialties, a division of the global specialty minerals powerhouse ICL Group, possesses substantial resources, manufacturing and distribution acumen, a strong commitment to sustainability, and a worldwide reach. The company … Read more

Hershey and Premier Protein Launch Innovative Products as Holiday Season Approaches

Hershey is concluding the year on a high note. The renowned confectionery and snack leader is introducing its very first hot chocolate bomb, a milk chocolate sphere filled with marshmallows that melts when mixed with hot milk. The Pennsylvania-based company is offering two versions of its Milk Chocolate Hot Chocolate Bomb: one standard option includes … Read more

“Leveraging AI Insights: The Shift Towards Functional Foods and Consumer Health Preferences”

Through its advanced artificial intelligence algorithm, Tastewise captures a unique insight into current consumer interests. Rather than relying on historical data from sales or surveys, the company analyzes over 22.5 billion social media interactions, more than 5 million online recipes, and over 4.5 million restaurant and delivery menus. The trend of consumers seeking specific functionalities … Read more

“Navigating Consumer Trends: GNT’s Commitment to Natural Colors and Sustainable Practices”

As consumer preferences evolve, GNT believes that natural color manufacturers must keep pace with these changes. “Healthy Hedonism resonates with the new generation of conscious consumers who are determined to rewrite the rules,” stated Maartje Hendrickx, market development manager at GNT. “To align with this trend, brands must embrace disruption and adopt a fresh visual … Read more

“Kraft Heinz Enters Plant-Based Cheese Market with Philadelphia Brand, Targeting Flexitarian Consumers”

After a gradual beginning, the plant-based cheese industry is now rapidly gaining momentum. The introduction of a plant-based version of Philadelphia signifies two important trends: first, plant-based products are increasingly recognized as a viable market force; second, Kraft Heinz is affirming the quality of its plant-based offerings by launching them under the Philadelphia brand. Robert … Read more

“Enhancing Sustainability and Traceability: Kahlúa’s Commitment to Coffee for Good”

As consumer packaged goods (CPGs) companies work towards enhancing the sustainability of their products, it is clear that while such efforts can eventually resonate with consumers, the journey often requires significant time and commitment. A notable example is Kahlúa, which initiated a decade-long project titled Coffee for Good, focusing on four remote coffee-growing villages in … Read more

“Addressing the Global Pollinator Crisis: BeeHero’s Role in Sustainable Food Production”

Due to factors such as pesticides, parasites, and climate change, pollinators are experiencing a decline, which threatens global food production. This situation arises as honey consumption in the U.S. reached a record high in 2021, according to USDA data. Recently, prominent food research organizations have highlighted the significant global risk posed by the decreasing bee … Read more