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What's Hot right now: Hear from Cargill experts
What's Hot right now: Hear from Cargill experts
Tap into a world of resources and expertise to stay on top of category-defining trends. What's Hot brings together expert insights, fresh solutions and groundbreaking innovations. Explore on-trend prototypes–and fuel your inspiration... click here
BRANDS & MANUFACTURERS
‘Bread is just the beginning,’ EQUII expands complete-protein portfolio with pastas, baking mix
Complete-protein pantry staple brand EQUII expanded beyond the frozen bread category with several pasta products — featuring refreshed branding — as the company explores ways to innovate finished products and alongside other CPG companies through its business-to-business (B2B) channel.... Read more
 Kellanova delivers digital marketing content with ‘ruthless prioritization,’ AI optimization
Kellanova is optimizing digital marketing through a test-and-learn approach, and leveraging AI capabilities to create assets more efficiently, Lauren Freedman Autry, senior director of integrated marketing and ecommerce at Kellanova, told FoodNavigator-USA.... Watch now
Nespresso launches honey range: marking first ever innovation beyond coffee
Nespresso USA is launching Nespresso Bloom, its first range of honey products. What’s prompted the coffee giant to innovate outside of coffee?... Read more
Innophos’ Levair Select answers rising calls for clean-label, aluminum-free leavening agents without compromising performance across applications
US consumer and retailer demand to remove aluminum-based leavening agents from baked goods due to health concerns are rising even though FDA considers them GRAS, but efforts to replicate the speed and degree of lift of sodium aluminum phosphate (SALP) historically have fallen flat – until now.... Read more
 Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Seeing red – new natural, synthetic alternatives for Red 3 & 40 and other colors in the crosshairs
With Red dye No. 3 soon to be banned in California and potentially in other states, and Red dye No. 40 along with the whitener titanium dioxide also in the crosshairs of some legislators and public health activists, food and beverage companies that rely on the colors are searching for alternatives that will deliver vibrancy without significantly impacting taste or driving up costs.... Listen now
 Brightland CEO on building an olive-oil brand ‘brick by brick’ to expand into Whole Foods
Who says no to distribution at Whole Foods? Brightland shares its strategy behind its launch into the natural foods retailer after declining two previous offers, as the company seeks to differentiate itself from the olive oil category with a modern design and premium positioning, brand CEO Aishwarya Iyer told FoodNavigator-USA during a Startup Spotlight interview.... Watch now
From volleyball courts to retail shelves: How Act Bar’s founder is growing her upcycled snack brand
Act Bar is on a mission to reduce food waste and nutrition insecurity with its line of snack bars, which were created with the help of ingredient and product development company Upcycled Foods, brand Founder Amelia Allen told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
 Protein takes centerstage across categories to meet insatiable demand: From frozen dessert to chips
Even though most Americans consume enough protein, they continue to want more and companies at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City are delivering with increasing innovation and sophistication across categories and occasions, including snacks, one-the-go solutions and even dessert.... Watch now
Tyson Foods rebounds with ‘focus on fundamentals,’ operational improvements & innovation in prepared food
Tyson Foods’ focus on fundamentals and “operational improvements,” including previously shuttering six US plants and laying off employees to improve margins, is paying off as the meat-packer reports its most profitable quarter in nearly two years.... Read more
Agrovision raises $100 million in equity round, leans on tech to improve berry freshness
Superfruit producer Agrovision raised $100 million in an equity finance round against a $1 billion valuation, led by Aliment Capital and with participation from other investors to bolster the company’s digital capabilities to make premium berries available year-round, said CEO and Co-founder Steve Magami.... Read more
 Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Cargill shares 4 trends shaping consumer food purchases
Between ongoing inflation, rising fears about climate change’s impact on the food system, and increasing physical and mental health concerns turbo-charged by the pandemic, consumers have been through a lot in recent years, and in response, new data from Cargill shows they want a lot in return.... Listen now
Danone and Microsoft to collaborate on AI to boost operational efficiency
In order to improve its operational efficiency, dairy major Danone has enlisted Microsoft. The two companies will collaborate to implement AI in Danone’s systems.... Read more
Mars could acquire Kellanova as part of portfolio overhaul, potentially signaling larger industry rebound in M&A activity
Family-held candy maker Mars Inc. could acquire snack giant Kellanova, according to media reports over the weekend, which, if accurate, could signal the beginning of a long-awaited return to M&A activity in the food and beverage industry following a post-pandemic slowdown in deal flow.... Read more
Slowly but surely: Nestle highlights coffee as major Asia driver amid positive results from non-price driven growth strategy
Global food and beverage giant Nestle has highlighted its coffee business as a major 2024 growth driver amid positive results from its international non-price driven growth strategy.... Read more
Blue Bottle expands NOLA line with new instant coffee: a nod to consumer trends, convenience
Blue Bottle Coffee is expanding its 19-year-old NOLA line with the introduction of NOLA Craft Instant Coffee Blend, a move that reflects evolving consumer preferences and underscores the brand's commitment to quality and innovation, Cara Ray, global product director of coffee and beverage at Blue Bottle Coffee, told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
Kellanova’s ‘return to full commercial activity,’ innovation drive volumes higher than expected even as competitors continue to struggle with declines, sluggish recovery
Kellanova’s better-than-expected second quarter bucks major trends in the US, where volumes generally have continued to struggle as consumers grapple with inflation and two-plus years of price hikes, thanks in part to the snack-maker’s aggressive rollout of new products and increased brand building, promotions and merchandising, executives said yesterday.... Read more
Morinaga America revs up HI-CHEW production, opens second facility
Confection manufacturer Morinaga America, Inc., invested $130 million to construct its Mebane, N.C.-based facility to produce its flagship brand HI-CHEW, which has grown 20% year-over-year in the non-chocolate category over the past seven years, Teruhiro Kawabe, CEO, Morinaga America, Inc., told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
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SUPPLIERS
PLT pushes functional beverages beyond basic with trio of soluble ingredients for energy, mood management & active nutrition
Ingredient developer and supplier PLT Health Solutions is helping functional beverage brands move beyond basic benefits to meet consumers’ rising demand for more innovative health solutions that are sippable with a line of science-backed, water-soluble ingredients.... Read more
Alianza Team demonstrates AI’s potential for creating custom lipids faster at IFT FIRST
Colombia-based ingredient company Alianza Team revealed its AI platform Oleum, which is designed to speed up the development process of tailor-made lipids, at the 2024 IFT FIRST event in Chicago, the company’s Chief Growth Office Maria Mashali told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
GLP-1 demand drives need for satiating, low-calorie plant-based proteins, fibers
With the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, ingredient suppliers are developing science-backed, plant-based proteins and fibers to help consumers feel full while consuming fewer calories.... Read more
 Next Rung Technology shares tips for scaling alt-protein successfully: Focus on capital investments, personnel
Creating a successful alternative protein company is not just about developing an innovative ingredient or product, but it also is about scalability — from building the right size facility in budget to hiring the right personnel and meeting regulatory requirements, Next Rung Technology President John Ellersick told FoodNavigator-USA at the 2024 Future Food-Tech Alternative event in Chicago.... Watch now
Primient, Synonym partner to create pilot facility to inspire biotech innovation
Plant-based ingredient company Primient is partnering with biomanufacturing infrastructure developer Synonym on a pilot facility in Decatur, Ill., to spur bioproduct innovation and commercialization from startups as the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign develops the region into a biotech hub.... Read more
UPCOMING SUPPLIER WEBINARS
From the Ground Up: Building a Farmer-First Supply Chain
Building a sustainable supply chain is a priority for many food companies as consumers demand increased transparency and environmental stewardship from brands. Ingredient sourcing and the environmental practices of chosen supply chain partners are two of the most important factors impacting emission rates, and ultimately...
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Decarbonising Supply Chains at the Source
Food majors are under increasing pressure to stamp out irresponsible practices from ingredient supply chains. But voluntary measures have only got the sector so far, and policymakers are stepping in. While Europe races to comply with incoming regulations, rising global temperatures are plaguing production of...
24-Sep-2024
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Eco-friendly Production from Farm to Fork
Ensuring sustainable nutrition from farm to fork requires significant change. In a bid to champion resource efficiency, the agricultural sector is rethinking farming practices for the 21st century. And it’s not just agtech promising to deliver; food waste and upcycling are also on food makers’...
25-Sep-2024
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New Tech and Novel Ingredients for a Sustainable Future
Technological innovations, including those tackling packaging waste, promise to move the needle on carbon emissions. So do novel ingredients too, which have the power to significantly improve the sustainability of everyday products. But not all innovations are on the market, and tight investor budgets could...
26-Sep-2024
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Elevating healthy snacking: Meeting demand for function, flavor, format
From the emergence of Ozempic companions to functional bars, chips and mixes, healthy snack manufacturers are delivering the most nutritional bang for their caloric bucks. In this FoodNavigator-USA webinar, we explore how brands are adapting to changing eating patterns, what consumers now expect from their...
10-Jul-2024
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Plant-based 3.0: Emerging from the trough of disillusionment
After a challenging few years in which falling sales and units dragged plant-based protein into the trough of disillusionment, stakeholders are looking for a way up the other side of the Gartner Hype Cycle where the promise of full integration, success and fulfillment await and...
29-May-2024
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Unpacking the Impact: What State Color and Food Additive Bans Mean for Your Products
California’s adoption of AB 418 to prohibit Brominated Vegetable Oil, Potassium Bromate, Propylparaben and Red Dye 3 has led other U.S. states to follow with their own proposals for color and food additive bans. This growing patchwork of state and federal regulations will create significant...
23-May-2024
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MARKETS
 Lever VC’s investment strategy in alternative proteins focuses on cost-reduction, tech gains & partnerships
Lever VC is zeroing in on innovative companies within the alternative protein space, backing those with strong technological potential and the ability to scale, Nick Cooney, founder and managing partner, Lever VC, told FoodNavigator-USA during Future Food Tech Alternative Proteins in Chicago.... Watch now
The demand for ‘clean label’ meat alternatives?
With many consumers classing plant-based meats as ultra-processed, the race is on for manufacturers to ‘clean up’ labels.... Read more
Soda taxes & school bans: Researchers call for stronger regulations as kids' sugary drink intake increases 23%
Children’s sugary drink intake rose 23% between 1990 and 2018, according to a new study published in the BMJ - nearly twice the increase seen among adults. Sounding the alarm, researchers say that interventions such as school soda sales bans have become critical.... Read more
Fresh foods drive sales for retailers, AI’s use continues to shape in-store operations, data analysis
By adopting AI to improve inventory and production planning, grocery retailers are gaining a competitive edge in the profitable fresh food department, as highlighted by FMI - The Food Industry Association's Fresh Foods report.... Read more
Inside Europe’s fight against fake olive oil
Squeezed supplies and higher prices have triggered a spate of olive oil fraud across Europe in recent months, with a knock-on impact on producers and consumers.... Read more
Cultivated meat and seafood watch: What's the latest in cultivated?
Cultivated meat, despite only being on the market in one country (Singapore), is on the rise.... Read more
Building a market for next-gen protein: From stem cells to microbes and ‘food from air’
Which hurdles are standing in the way of a true protein transition? Join us when we catch up with alternative protein experts from around the globe to discuss all things next-gen protein.... Read more
How to produce a clean-label beverage with a long shelf life
Without artificial additives, ensuring that products have a long shelf-life is more challenging.... Read more
How bakers can capitalize on the plant-based trend
Audiences remain hungry for plant-based - providing brands tap into its three big and evolving trends.... Read more
Zoe gets $15 million to expand into U.S. market
UK-based personalized nutrition company Zoe recently received $15 million in a Series B extension funding from investment company Coefficient Capital to expand into the United States.... Read more
What are the risks of non-alcoholic beer on tap?
Without the antimicrobial properties of ethanol, non-alcoholic beer can be riskier even than soft drinks when sold on tap. How can this be mitigated?... Read more
Predictive tech: The secret ingredient to boost bakery and snack brands
Data analytics, AI and machine learning are vital to predict preferences and optimize production processes, but they are only one part of the consumer engagement story.... Read more
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