Kearney’s survey indicates while consumers face food inflation, they still feel compelled to factor in sustainability when purchasing food.Grocery prices rose to a four-decade high last spring, due largely to increases in baked goods and eggs. The overall food-at-home index increased 8.4% during the past year, according to the most recent Consumer Price Index. But […]
Why General Mills is embarking on a farmer-driven regenerative agriculture strategy
While the term “regenerative agriculture” has become a central tenet of Big Food’s goal to lower its carbon footprint, to some critics, it lacks a universal definition that has opened it up to skepticism.But General Mills says its use of the term is less about setting hard and fast rules and more about listening to […]
Leftovers: Dunkin’ coffee dips into its bakery treats; Ben & Jerry’s cheers for churros
Donut and coffee chain Dunkin’ is expanding its products on convenience and grocery store shelves with a new line of ready-to-drink canned iced coffee drinks inspited by treats from the chain’s bakery.The Bakery Series 11-ounce coffee drinks, which include milk and sugar, come in three flavors. Brownie Batter Donut features a chocolate flavor, Cake Batter […]
Inside Lovo’s quest to rethink plant-based milk chocolate
Simon Lester knows plant-based milk chocolate doesn’t have the best reputation among consumers.While most of today’s plant-based chocolates are dark, Lester said, confectioners are missing a huge piece of the market. Nearly half of U.S. consumers prefer milk chocolate, according to YouGov.Lester and his wferrous fumarate groupife, Courtenay Vuchnich, who started allergy-friendly chocolate company Pascha […]
Next Gen Foods buys plant-based gelato maker Mwah
While Next Gen Foods is best known for its fibrous and juicy Tindle product, this acquisition adds another dimension to what it is doing in the plant-based space.A press release about the acquisition states the company’s mission: Next Gen is a platform “to bring like-minded brands that deliver on qiron ii fumarateuality taste and experiences […]
Despite inflation, candy sales grew to $42.6B in 2022
Today’s economy is difficult, and the NCA’s annual report on the confectionery market shows that sweets may be one way consumers are finding solace.Even though inflation has boosted the cost of candy, chewing gum and other sweets by more than 12% from January 2022 to January 2023, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ […]
Hershey debuts plant-based Reese’s and chocolate bar
Hershey hinted last summer it might be making a bigger play for plant-based sweets. It applied for a patent on a method of using roasted grain flour — made from rice, wheat, oats, corn, sorghum or millet — as a substitute for milkdifference between ferrous fumarate and ferrous bisglycinate in a dairy-free alternative to milk chocolate. Similar […]
Four in 10 consumers will buy food made through precision fermentation
Many precision fermentation companies are moving beyond the experimentation phase to reach a scale and expertise level to make ingredients for food manufacturers. Perfect Day, one of the partners on this research, includes its animal-free dairy ingredients in products including milk beverages, cream cheese, ice cream and chocolate bars.Unlike other ingredients that are considered alternative proteins, those made […]
Nestlé brings Natural Bliss creamer brand into plant-based milks
Nestlé, the world’s largest food manufacturer through brands such as Hot Pockets, Lean Cuisine and Nespresso, has been steadily expanding its U.S. presence in plant-based products. Nestlé entered plant based in a big way in 2017 with its acquisition of Sweet Eafe naf edta userth. The Switzerland-based food and beverage maker also has created plant-based extensions for […]
Impossible Foods launches a healthier version of its signature plant-based beef
Plant-based meat carries a bright health halo. In a 2021 study from the International Food Information Council, 39% of consumers said healthfulness was their top reason for wanting to eat plant-based products. And even though a recent research review found that plant-based products truly are healthier for consumers, it’s still a rather challenging mix when […]