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ERLANGER, Kentucky – As consumers continue to seek out more protein in their snacks and treats, food manufacturers are responding by expanding their product offerings. However, the quality of protein used in these products varies, presenting companies with the challenge…

At the Food Manufacturing Summit panel session, experts emphasized the importance of scenario planning, visibility, and traceability in food supply chains. These foundational capabilities are essential in an industry where product quality and shelf life are paramount. Data quality is…

Sensient Technologies Expands Natural Color Production with $250 Million Investment Ingredients supplier Sensient Technologies is making a significant investment of up to $250 million to expand its natural color production capacity. This move comes as food companies are increasingly shifting…

Key Insights from Circana’s 2025 U.S. CPG Growth Leaders Report Consumer packaged goods companies are crucial customers for packaging suppliers, with market research firm Circana revealing key data for 2025. The report evaluated over 700 CPG manufacturers with sales exceeding…

Key Highlights: Surplus food generation in the United States decreased by 2.2% in 2024, totaling around 70 million tons, as reported in Refed’s U.S. Food Waste Report. This marks a reversal from the trend of increasing food waste seen post-pandemic.…

Food companies are reevaluating their product offerings, choosing to focus on a smaller number of SKUs with a more targeted approach rather than a wide variety of products, according to Mihir Tamhankar, principal at Kearney, at the Food Manufacturing Summit.…

Breakfast is no longer just about cereal. Food companies are expanding their breakfast offerings to include lunch, dinner, and snacks, catering to consumers looking for convenient, protein-packed options. Conagra Brands, a frozen food maker, has noticed a rise in lunch…

Key Takeaways: The FDA has decided to delay approval for beetroot red as a natural food dye and the expansion of spirulina extract due to safety concerns raised by advocacy groups. GMO/Toxin Free USA has objected to the FDA-approved version…

Key Highlights: Tetra Pak has initiated the construction of a state-of-the-art $22 million innovation facility in Denton, Texas, at the site of its U.S. and Canada headquarters. This new facility will be an extension of the existing product development center…

Food companies got creative with their April Fools’ pranks this year, introducing products like Butterfinger Top Ramen and cheese Smarties. April Fools’ Day allows food brands to engage with consumers through playful reimaginations of their products or humorous takes on…