Ingredients

Key Takeaways: Fresh Del Monte is acquiring a majority stake in Avolio, Uganda’s top supplier of bulk crude and edible avocado oil, to expand its specialty ingredients and innovation business. This strategic move allows Fresh Del Monte to produce premium…

Dive Brief: Solina, a France-based ingredients manufacturer of sauces and seasonings, is rapidly expanding its presence in the United States with two recent acquisitions. The company announced last week that it has acquired Illinois-based Sokol Custom Food Ingredients for an…

Dive Brief: The Non-GMO Project recently introduced a new label called Non-UPF Verified, which signifies foods without ultra-processed ingredients. A survey conducted by the organization revealed that 85% of consumers are interested in avoiding ultra-processed foods, citing challenges in making…

Key Points: Louis Dreyfus is set to acquire BASF’s Food and Health Performance Ingredients Business, expanding its presence in the plant-based space. The acquisition includes a production facility in Germany and three labs, with 300 BASF employees transitioning to Louis…

Ingredients in Focus is Food Dive’s bite-size column highlighting interesting developments in the ingredients sector. Get ready for a sweet trend in 2025 – brown sugar is set to take the spotlight.  T. Hasegawa, a California-based flavor development company, has…

As the demand for healthy and affordable food choices continues to rise among consumers, the trend in 2025 will be centered around premium yet reasonably priced products and flavorful home-cooked meals, according to a report by Tastewise. report by Tastewise.…

Ingredients in Focus: The Rise of Jackfruit Ingredients in Focus is Food Dive’s bite-size column highlighting interesting developments in the ingredients sector. Jackfruit trees have been growing along the streets of India for a century, but only recently has the…

The concept of deriving wellness and beauty benefits from consuming specific foods is not a novel idea. It is often said that we are what we eat. However, the focus on clean eating and clean beauty has now taken center…

The Rise of Macadamia Nuts in the Market The era of Macadamia nuts has officially dawned. These small, round nuts boast a creamy texture and a delightful buttery flavor. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and healthy monounsaturated fats, Macadamia…

Teff, a small cereal grain originating from Ethiopia and Eritrea, is gaining popularity among chefs and consumers seeking healthy and sustainable ingredients. This trend is driven by the increasing demand for gluten-free products and the expansion of teff cultivation worldwide,…