Economists have recently issued warnings that a recession may be approaching. Bloomberg Economics estimates a 38% chance of a recession occurring within the next year, with some experts suggesting that the U.S. economy might already be in one. According to Forbes Advisor, recessions are characterized by periods of economic decline marked by negative GDP growth, … Read more
Premium products have surged in popularity in recent years. With the onset of the pandemic in 2020, sales of specialty ingredients increased as consumers started preparing more meals at home. This trend has persisted even as restaurants reopened. According to a trade organization representing the industry, the specialty food sector achieved $175 billion in sales … Read more
PepsiCo invests significantly each year to promote its popular beverage brands like Mtn Dew, Gatorade, and its flagship cola through commercials, promotions, and high-profile events such as the Super Bowl. However, the consumer packaged goods giant has intentionally kept a low profile for one of its offerings: a craft soda known as Stubborn Soda. This … Read more
The trend of upcycled foods is gaining momentum. According to Innova Market Insights, the launch of food and beverages featuring upcycled ingredients experienced a remarkable compound annual growth rate of 122% from 2016 to 2021. Upcycled Foods Inc., originally established a decade ago as ReGrained, has recently undergone a rebranding to broaden its presence in … Read more
This research presents yet another argument against salt consumption. Despite its popularity as a seasoning for various food items, scientific investigations have found no health benefits associated with the intake of this mineral. The data analyzed involved 501,379 individuals who completed a questionnaire on their salt usage habits in the UK Biobank, a vast biomedical … Read more
Few scents are as delightful as the aroma of bacon wafting through the air. Now, Wright Brand is elevating this enticing fragrance to a new level. The Tyson Foods-owned brand is commemorating its 100th anniversary by bottling its signature real wood-smoked bacon flavor to create Wright N°100, a cologne it claims is just as irresistible … Read more
Laird has been dedicated to creating simple, functional foods made from clean ingredients like mushrooms, pumpkin seeds, and hemp. However, the introduction of a portable snack bar is crucial for today’s on-the-go consumers. Previously, Laird offered these ingredients in products like creamers, coffees, cereals, and pancake mixes. But as more consumers venture out for work, … Read more
Regardless of how it is presented, fruit juice is typically a sugary drink option. Fruits are naturally high in sugars, and 100% fruit juice can contain sugar levels comparable to those found in soda. In many varieties of Capri Sun that are not made from 100% juice, sugar is listed as the second ingredient, immediately … Read more
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has dramatically disrupted the global grains market, compounded by supply chain issues and adverse weather conditions that jeopardize global wheat supplies, potentially driving them to a six-year low. Together, Ukraine and Russia account for 29% of the world’s wheat production, as noted by Rabobank. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy … Read more
Meat alternative manufacturers are striving to develop products that resemble the appearance, texture, flavor, and aroma of familiar meats. Belgian startup Paleo is creating an innovative ingredient that offers a novel taste experience: plant-based woolly mammoth. The company employs precision fermentation to produce various animal heme proteins, including heme found in beef, chicken, pork, lamb, … Read more