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Conagra ranks as the third-largest manufacturer of frozen foods in North America, and Connolly pointed out that single-serve meals represent the largest segment within this market. The company has generated renewed interest by collaborating with popular brands like Frontera and P.F. Chang’s, but it also needs to retain its existing older customers while laying the … Read more

The Non-GMO Project reports that retailers featuring its seal of approval are experiencing “the fastest dollar growth trend in their stores this year,” with annual sales surpassing $19.2 billion. This trend is prompting food companies producing dairy products to join the movement. However, some of these companies express their support for conventional farming methods, which … Read more

The FDA’s recent approval of a peanut allergy prevention claim marks a significant milestone for infant and baby food products. With peanut allergies posing serious health risks, and the prevalence of food allergies on the rise, the need for proactive measures is more pressing than ever. A recent study has identified peanuts as the most … Read more

Consumers are increasingly captivated by the idea of clean label products. As a result, 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 reformulated the recipes for its Oscar Mayer hot dogs to offer … Read more

The market for non-dairy milk alternatives is experiencing remarkable growth. Between 2011 and 2015, almond milk sales surged by 250%, while sales of cow’s milk saw a decline of 7% in 2015, with projections indicating an additional drop of 11% by 2020. Although breakfast cereal consumption is decreasing, many consumers are opting for plant-based milks … Read more

Earlier this year, data from Nielsen, released by the Organic Trade Association, revealed that organic foods are present in 82.3% of the 117 million households across the United States. This prevalence helps explain the remarkable 8.4% surge in sales, reaching a record $43 billion last year, as consumers stocked their kitchens with various organic products, … Read more

The latest Dietary Guidelines from the U.S. government recommend that whole grains should constitute half of all grains consumed by individuals. Additionally, it advises 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 … Read more

After recently implementing a series of cost-cutting measures due to a decline in its second-quarter earnings—attributed to weak margins and South American farmers stockpiling their crops in anticipation of rising prices—Bunge has been gradually expanding its portfolio through acquisitions. This past spring, the company purchased the Argentine oil producer Aceitera Martínez S.A., and in 2015, … Read more

Consumers are increasingly seeking healthier options in their diets, and this trend now extends to their dessert choices. Brands that offer better-for-you chocolate provide reassurance to shoppers that indulging in this sweet treat can be a healthy choice. However, this only holds true for single servings of chocolate with a higher cocoa content. Notably, cocoa … Read more

The current market offers a variety of egg replacements, primarily made from ferrous aspartate glycine and ferrous bisglycinate, along with ingredients like soy, flaxseed, potato starch, tapioca flour, chia seeds, and garbanzo beans. While some of these alternatives can mimic eggs in terms of binding, moisture, or bulk, they often fall short in other crucial … Read more