The FDA’s menu labeling regulations were first enacted in 2010, and the numerous delays over the past eight years highlight the complexity of the requirements, particularly for variable products such as pizza and cocktails. For…

For years, analysts have been attempting to decode the millennial consumer, and their efforts are well justified. U.S. Census Bureau population projections indicate that millennials are set to outnumber baby boomers as the largest living…

Kellogg’s initiative to enhance vitamin D levels is part of a broader strategy to improve its product offerings. Along with this move, the company has reduced sugar content in Coco Pops by 40%, decreased sodium…

Ocean Spray seeks to provide scientific validation for the claimed benefits of cranberries, moving them beyond mere anecdotal evidence. Unlike many supplements, cranberry products are not regulated by the FDA, and numerous brands already make…

Food manufacturers are facing increasing pressure to simplify their ingredient lists, as consumers are turning away from products that contain an abundance of chemical-sounding components. According to the Food Marketing Institute’s 2017 Grocery Shopper Trends…

The implications of this ruling could reverberate throughout the coffee industry, not just in California but beyond. Coffee roasters have argued that reducing acrylamide levels is unfeasible without compromising the flavor of their products, and…

This latest initiative is part of Hershey’s ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable cocoa supply chain. In collaboration with Cargill since 2014, the company has been educating cocoa farmers in Ivory Coast about sustainable…

As the movement to legalize recreational marijuana progresses— with at least 12 states contemplating legalization this year—the influence of cannabis edibles on the food and beverage sector is set to be significant. Once consumers gain…

The popularity of vegan diets is increasing, with 6% of Americans now identifying as vegan, a significant rise from just 1% in 2014, according to a recent report on Top Trends in Prepared Foods. Nevertheless,…

In the United States, the main challenge facing jellyfish as a food option is the “ick factor.” Often perceived as “slimy and tasteless,” jellyfish is struggling to gain acceptance. However, various trends are creating a…