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KANSAS CITY — The Möcean (pronounced “motion”) brand of energy drinks is targeting a more mature market by offering adaptogens and prominently labeling caffeine content on their products. Tony Vieira, CEO and co-founder of Mōcean, with over 37 years of…

More Food and Beverage Companies Facing Lawsuits Over Zero-Sugar Labels Several food and beverage companies using the sweetener allulose are now grappling with class action lawsuits regarding their zero-sugar labels. The FDA’s recent stance against the industry has spurred renewed…

The coffee, energy drink, and tea industries are eagerly anticipating the US Food and Drug Administration’s decision on caffeine labeling. Will it be a mere guidance or a binding rule? Where will the FDA recommend placing caffeine content on packaging?…

Sauces: The Flavor Innovation Powerhouse Sauces are no longer just a finishing touch; they have become a key player in flavor innovation across CPG and foodservice industries. With the rise of the “foodie” culture, consumers are actively seeking out unique…

Hormel Foods Corp. experienced a decline in volume in its Retail operating unit for the third consecutive quarter, impacting its fiscal third-quarter results. John Ghingo, president and CEO-elect of Hormel, attributed this decline to the divestiture of the whole bird…

Here are some interesting product ideas that have caught our attention recently. From Pringles’ new thickest crisp to Pop-Tarts’ collaboration with BuzzBallz and Snoop Dogg’s new popsicles, there’s a lot going on in the world of snacks and beverages. Pringles…

Marzetti Co. in Westerville, Ohio, achieved another year of record sales thanks to the success of the Bachan’s Japanese barbecue sauce brand. Additionally, Texas Roadhouse dinner rolls continued to gain traction, despite facing tough year-over-year comparisons. In the fiscal year…

President Trump Takes Aim at Meat Processing Monopoly In a recent social media post, President Donald Trump announced plans to take legal action to allow farmers and ranchers to process their own food, aiming to break the stronghold of the…

A new high-protein bar is hitting the market under the Clif brand by Mondelez International. With 20 grams of protein and five grams of fiber per bar, this snack is designed to fuel busy lifestyles. Made with rolled oats, nut…

Key Points: PepsiCo and Kraft Heinz-owned better-for-you brands are under investigation in Texas for potentially adulterating products with cheaper oils. The investigation was prompted by a study from the University of California, Davis, revealing that many processed foods claiming to…