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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology16-Feb-2024
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As consumer concerns and regional legislative moves threaten titanium dioxide in food and beverages, brands are proactively seeking clean label white alternatives. New successful white replacements are available for developers to trial in application…... click here
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Super Bowl ad winners and losers: Which brands came out on top?
Super Bowl advertisers that spent millions of dollars on commercials are already seeing a boost in sales, as consumers cite increased demand for Doritos Dinamita, Lindor Chocolate, Starry, Nerds, and Poppi, according to separate reports from Veylinx and Gopuff.... Read more
 Eat JUST relaunches condiment line after discontinuing in 2020
The discontinuation of Eat Just Inc.'s Just Mayo and Just Ranch products in 2020, despite market success, was a strategic play to “put every bit of energy into JUST Egg,” the company’s flagship animal-free liquid egg alternative, before relaunching the condiments again this year, Tom Rossmeissl, Eat Just’s head of global marketing, told FoodNavigator-USA.... Watch now
InnovoPro expands beyond plant-based with clean-label emulsification solutions for bakery, beverage & beyond
Israeli company InnovoPro is bringing its clean-label, chickpea protein powered solutions to the broader food and beverage industry after proving its ability to bind, blend, foam and problem-solve other common challenges within plant-based categories.... Read more
 Rotten’s ‘gross-out’ culture branding expands appeal of better-for-you candy to consumers often overlooked by health brands
Better-for-you confection newcomer Rotten’s early distribution gains since it launched in September underscores an unmet consumer desire for candy that cuts back on sugar and artificial ingredients, but not the fun.... Watch now
Could low-sugar chocolate actually taste better?
Less is apparently more when it comes to the amount of sugar used in the creation of the perfect chocolate bar. So will manufacturers reduce the amount of sugar they use in the making of this sweet treat and will consumers welcome the change?... Read more
Valentine's Day candy trends: Chocolate remains popular, better-for-you options on the rise
This Valentine's Day, consumers are predicted to spend a record amount on sweet treats from chocolates to gummy candies, as the confectionery industry navigates supply-chain challenges and increasing demands for better-for-you indulgences.... Read more
Exclusive: Pairwise stops marketing gene-edited Conscious Greens to focus on new high-value, gene-edited crops
To continue blazing a path for gene-edited food in North America that is more convenient and nutrient-dense than conventional counterparts, food-tech startup Pairwise has decided to discontinue marketing its first CRISPR-edited product, Conscious Greens – after a successful test in retail and food service – to focus instead new product development.... Read more
 Keychain eases supply chain constraints with ‘search and discovery’ platform that matches manufacturers with production capacity with brands, retailers in need
Finding a reliable manufacturer that can meet product specifications and has production capacity that aligns with supply needs is one of the biggest challenges brands face, but a new matching platform launching today could simplify and dramatically shorten the search process.... Watch now
Justin’s new Dark Chocolate Candy Pieces emphasize ethically sourced, natural ingredients
Justin’s launch of its Dark Chocolate Candy Pieces continues the brand’s emphasis on offering clean confectionery ingredients that are USDA-certified organic, use Rainforest Alliance cocoa and are Non-GMO Project Verified, aligning with the brand’s corporate social responsibility for ethically sourced and natural ingredients, Penny Andino, VP of marketing, explained to FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
RIND Snacks complements core business with Small Batch Organics acquisition
Fruit snack brand RIND acquired Vermont-based granola manufacturer Small Batch Organics for an undisclosed sum as part of an initiative to shore up its supply chain and expand into the private label business, Matt Weiss, co-founder and CEO, told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
Growing old gracefully: Keto Kind and Superfrau step up to the Longevity Challenge
Nestlé Health Science and The Food & Nutrition Innovation Institute have announced the startup challenge winners.... Read more
 Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Alibaba explores how AI can level playing field for SMEs
With the recent launch of an AI-powered Smart Assistant, leading business-to-business e-commerce platform Alibaba.com wants to help level the playing field and increase the odds of success for small and medium enterprises and solopreneurs by simplifying their sourcing and supply chain operations.... Listen now
Odyssey Elixir raises $6m to shore up inventory, expand in c-stores
Functional mushroom brand Odyssey Elixir raised $6m, which will help it keep up with inventory and expand its distribution, including in c-stores, company founder and CEO Scott Frohman told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
AHA Heart-Check validates ‘breakthrough innovation’ behind HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour
Bay State Milling Company’s HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour joins the elite ranks of products bearing the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check Certification – an achievement that could help unlock access to consumers interested in the health benefits of fiber and which validates the unsung innovation behind the flour’s improved nutrient density.... Read more
‘Melty and gooey’ plant-based cheese developed after 4 years of R&D: ‘Most on the market don’t melt, just soften’
After four years in development, Swedish dairy-free start-up Stockeld Dreamery claims to have mastered the meltability experience of cheese with plant-based ingredients.... Read more
PepsiCo’s net revenues decline first time since 2020, impacted by pricing and Quaker Oats recall
PepsiCo’s net sales declined for the first time since the start of the COVID pandemic due to lower volumes as consumers pushed back against higher prices, and supply-chain issues, the company reported Friday in its fourth quarter and 2023 full-year results.... Read more
Hershey explores cost-savings, price hikes & packaging changes to offset high cocoa, sugar costs
Hershey is launching a multi-year cost-savings strategy that will lean heavily on enhanced automation and a more efficient operating model, which could result in job cuts, to help offset historically high cocoa prices and elevated sugar costs that are expected to limit earnings growth this year.... Read more
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Positive Nutrition Interactive Broadcast
Positive Nutrition Interactive Broadcast
Join us online on 12-14 March for the FoodNavigator Positive Nutrition Interactive Broadcast Series. We will explore Reformulation & Fortification, Plant-Based, Food as Medicine, Personalised Nutrition, Food for Kids, and Free-From. Register for free... click here
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Superbrewed Food partners with Döhler on postbiotic protein ingredient manufacturing
Alternative protein company Superbrewed Food inches closer to launching its first retail products as it scales production of its bacteria-based postbiotic protein through a partnership with ingredient provider Döhler, company CEO Bryan Tracy told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
The Future of Seafood
With concerns over sustainability, climate change and evolving consumer preferences, the seafood industry is at a pivotal crossroads. In this webinar, industry experts come together to discuss the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. From sustainable fishing practices and aquaculture advancements to the promise of...
13-Mar-2024
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY: What does sustainable sourcing really mean?
Making sustainability claims and sharing progress on ESG goals – even when substantiated – can feel risky as regulators, legislators and class-action attorneys crack down on greenwashing. At the same time, consumers want to know how businesses are responsibly reinforcing supply chains and caring for...
16-Nov-2023
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THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY: Safely navigate shifting sustainability expectations and claims
Sustainability claims can dramatically amplify brand reach upwards of 33 percentage points when paired with traditional category claims, according to research by the NYU Stern Center. But such claims are catching more than consumers’ eyes – regulators and class action attorneys also are scrutinizing the...
16-Nov-2023
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MARKETS
Frozen foods continue serving consumers’ needs, open opportunities for brands to provide variety
Cnsumers seek frozen foods to reduce waste and as a cost-effective nutrition source, creating opportunities for brands to reimagine options for the nearly $78bn frozen food department, according to Conagra Brands’ recent Future of Frozen Food 2024 report.... Read more
Dole celebrates 125 years of banana production with instore, digital promos all year
Creating a recognizable name in produce is no easy feat, considering the limited number of recognizable brands in the market, but Dole did it and is tapping digital and in-store promotions to celebrate its 125th Banana-versary and differentiate itself from other brands during the near year-long promotion.... Read more
Eye-watering cocoa prices put a damper on Valentine’s Day chocolate
Love may be in the air this Valentine's Day – but so is the eye-watering price of cocoa on the market, making the cost of the key ingredient in chocolate more expensive than ever, according to analysts.... Read more
Is macauba a rainforest-friendly alternative to palm oil?
Palm oil is cheap to produce in large quantities but unsustainable production methods, notably deforestation, means the bad can far outweigh the good. As a result, brands are increasingly distancing themselves from the use of irresponsible palm oil in their products. But is new kid on the block, macauba, the answer environmentalists and eco-friendly manufacturers have been looking for?... Read more
USDA pushes for more timely SNAP payments that account for a third of retail grocery sales
SNAP households are a major contributor to F&B sales, with 70% of SNAP dollars going towards food and beverages, according to Circana data, yet problems with late and inaccurate payments by states hinder access to food for the 42 million participants across the country -- prompting USDA to urge states to improve processes and reduce errors in timelines.... Read more
‘Insects will be seen as normal food’: How industry is combatting consumer reluctance to eat insect protein
Insects are not only thought to contain at least as much protein as conventional meat, but are also more environmentally sustainable. However, their novelty on the market poses challenges in consumer acceptance. How do start-ups persuade consumers to eat them?... Read more
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Pet Food Digital Summit | 5-6 March
Pet Food Digital Summit | 5-6 March
Join us online on 5-6 March for the Pet Food Digital Summit brought to you by FeedNavigator. We will explore the microbiota science, sustainability, premium categories and safety. Register for free... click here
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