The FDA’s recent approval for a peanut allergy prevention claim marks a new chapter for infant and baby food products. Peanut allergies can be life-threatening, and the prevalence of food allergies is increasing. According to a recent study, peanuts are the most frequently identified food linked to severe allergic reactions. Furthermore, the Centers for Disease … Read more
Consumers are increasingly captivated by the idea of clean label products. Consequently, food and beverage manufacturers are rushing to eliminate artificial sweeteners, colors, and flavors, as well as ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup, gluten, and trans fats. For instance, Kraft Heinz has revamped the recipes for its Oscar Mayer hot dogs to create cleaner products. … Read more
The market for non-dairy milk alternatives is experiencing significant growth. From 2011 to 2015, almond milk sales surged by 250%, while sales of cow’s milk declined by 7% in 2015 alone, with projections indicating an additional 11% drop by 2020. Although people are consuming less breakfast cereal, those who do are increasingly opting for plant-based … Read more
Earlier this year, data from Nielsen published by the Organic Trade Association indicated that organic foods can be found in 82.3% of the 117 million American households across the country. This widespread adoption has contributed to a remarkable 8.4% increase in sales, which reached an all-time high of $43 billion last year, as consumers filled … Read more
The latest Dietary Guidelines from the U.S. government recommend that whole grains should constitute half of the grain consumption for individuals. They also advise limiting the intake of refined grains and products made from them—particularly those high in saturated fats, added sugars, and sodium, such as cookies, cakes, and various snack foods. Most refined grains … Read more
Despite recently implementing a series of cost-reduction strategies following a decline in its second-quarter earnings—attributed to narrow margins and South American farmers holding onto their crops in anticipation of price increases—Bunge has been gradually acquiring companies. This past spring, it purchased Argentine oil producer Aceitera Martínez S.A., and in 2015, it acquired expeller-pressed oil refiner … Read more
Consumers are increasingly seeking healthier options in their diets, and this trend now extends to their dessert choices. Brands offering better-for-you chocolate products provide customers with the comforting reassurance that indulging in these treats can indeed be a healthy decision. However, this claim primarily applies to smaller servings of chocolate with higher cocoa content. Cocoa … Read more
Egg replacements currently on the market are crafted from various ingredients such as soy, flaxseed, potato starch, tapioca flour, chia seeds, and garbanzo beans. While some of these alternatives can mimic certain functions of eggs—such as binding, moisture retention, or bulk—they often fall short in other crucial aspects. Eggs contribute over 20 beneficial functions to … Read more
Kellogg’s venture capital fund was among approximately a dozen investors participating in this funding round for MycoTechnology. The company plans to utilize part of the investment to establish a commercial production facility in Aurora, CO, capable of producing up to 4,000 tons of its protein product each year. The plant-based protein sector is experiencing significant … Read more
As more consumers turn to natural food products, manufacturers in this competitive market face the challenge of determining whether their new offerings can connect with mainstream consumers. Research presented by New Hope Network at the Natural Products Expo East conference in Baltimore indicates that shoppers increasingly seek not only the functional benefits of a product … Read more