The demand for protein in America is on the rise, leading to a new focus on precision fermentation as a technology with the potential to scale up production of high-value ingredients. Precision fermentation involves programming microorganisms like yeast to act…
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McCormick & Co., a leading flavoring company, is working diligently to meet the demands of food companies that are rapidly adjusting their products to align with changing consumer preferences. The CEO of McCormick, Brendan Foley, mentioned that businesses are seeking…
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Food companies are adapting their products to cater to the increasing use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Executives are recognizing the long-term impact these medications will have on sales. About one in eight adults report taking GLP-1s like Ozempic…
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Summary: Recent assessment by the Business and Human Rights Centre reveals that major food and beverage companies are falling short in addressing forced labor risks in their supply chains, exacerbated by climate change. The benchmark evaluated 45 global food and…
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High oleic sunflower oil supports food formulations focused on meeting demand for more protein, fiber and flavor
With the increasing influence of GLP-1 drugs, rising food costs, and the trend of swapping meals for snacks, consumers are becoming more discerning about their snack choices. They now expect snacks to offer quality, freshness, convenience, health benefits, and a…
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Food manufacturers in the U.S. are cautioning about a prolonged period of reduced spending due to inflation and ongoing global uncertainty, which is leading budget-conscious grocery shoppers to cut back on buying cereal, chips, and cookies. Despite efforts in innovation,…
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Dive Brief: The FDA announced on Monday that it will be conducting a review of the safety of butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), a common food preservative used in various products such as bread, lunch meats, and snacks to maintain freshness. Health…
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The acquisition news that has been making waves in the beverage industry is the purchase of organic food and plant-based drink maker SunOpta by Dutch beverage giant Refresco. This deal, valued at $1.1 billion, sees Refresco acquiring SunOpta for $6.50…
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The following is a guest post from John Broderick, VP of strategy and insights at packaging consultancy WovenWorks, formerly known as PV&COHO. Opinions are the author\’s own. 2025 has been a turbulent year, with fluctuating prices, tariffs, and consumer sentiment.…
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Key Takeaways: Ahold Delhaize is enhancing its partnership with Circana to provide suppliers with in-depth insights on health and nutrition trends, as announced on Wednesday. By expanding access to Guiding Stars’ nutritional labeling program data through Circana’s Attribute Marketplace, the…