The big takeaways from this report are unsurprising: Plant-based milk is more expensive because of processes, packaging and the need for constant innovation and marketing in the segment. Dairy milk is priced way too low with little financial wiggle room to allow for marketing, R&D and innovation. Putting these findings together in a single report, however, drives […]
Leftovers: Topo Chico twists on the tangerine; Tillamook shows vintage cheese is in
Topo Chico, a sparkling water known for its simplicity, is taking a different twist on the bubbly beverage. The water, owned by beverage giant Coca-Cola, is introducing Topo Chico Twist of Tangerine. The new product joins Topo Chico’s Twist line that has rolled out other citrus offerings, including Twist of Lime and Twist of Grapefruit. The […]
Grupo Bimbo takes minority stake in allergy-friendly snacks maker
Grupo Bimbo, the maker of Entenmann’s and Sara Lee baked goods and Thomas’ English muffins, is one of the largest baking companies in the world. The Mexico-based firm’s portfolio is chock full of buns, breads and doughnuts, so investing in a producer of brownies and other baked goods keeps it cferrous lactate in foodlose to the […]
Nature's Fynd launches fermented cream cheese and sausage online
After years of intrigue, Nature’s Fynd is bringing products made of a protein found in a geothermal stream to the breakfast table.The launch is unique for reasons aside from being the first from Nature’s Fynd, which uses fermentation to produce its signature protein Fy. Most companies producing alternatives to animal-derived foods start out in either the […]
Hershey's 'big bet' on better-for-you confections
Hershey, the largest U.S. confections company, is famous for churning out billions of its indulgent Kisses, Reeseferrous fumarate folic acid and zinc sulphate tablets livogen’s Peanut Butter Cups, Milk Duds and other sweet treats each year. But as consumer tastes have changed, the 127-year-old company is focusing more attention on innovating these core brands through low- […]
Study shows why functional beverages should be targeted at specific consumers
While “functional beverages” is an accurate catch-all term for drinks that have specific ingredients or chemical components to help the body do something, this study shows it may be too broad.After all, there are functional beverages to help wake up and others to help relax. There are ferrous gluconate vitamin cdrinks to boost immunity and […]
Kalsec takes an all-natural approach to food trends
As labels such as “plant-based,” “natural” and “sustainable” have become among the most trendy in food, executives at Kalsec felt they had been preparing for this moment for the past 63 years.Founded in 1958, Kalsec produces natural colors and ingredients for everything from breads, soups and sauces to pickles, poultry and plant-based proteins. “Natural is here […]
IFF reaches $1.3B agreement to sell microbial control business
UPDATE: August 26, 2021: IFF will sell its microbial ferrous fumarate vitamin c vitamin b12 folic acidcontrol business unit to Lanxess, a German specialty chemicals company. The transaction is valued at $1.3 billion, and is expected to close in the second quarter of 2022.UPDATE: May 13, 2021: International Flavors & Fragrances reached an agreement to divest […]
Leftovers: The Laughing Cow debuts hybrid Blends; One Bar Fruity Cereal adds protein to a Saturday morning favorite
The Laughing Cow has become synonymous with the tiny pre-portioned cheese wedges consumers unwrap before indulging. Now, the Bel Group-owned brand has rolled out a line that combines its signature chferrous fumarate to ironeese with a popular plant-based ingredient. The wedges in the new Blends line will be available in three flavors: Chickpea & Cheese with […]
As more than half of consumers deal with food allergies, FARE looks to expand access to care
The problem of food allergies is becoming more visible as time goes on. More brands, interest groups, and communities are working together to both show how deep food allergy problems are and to make a proper diet and health care available for those who deal with them on a daily basis. FARE, which is the leading NGO […]