Food is often regarded as an inelastic commodity, which means that demand remains relatively stable even when prices increase. This stability is largely due to the fact that food spending constitutes a small portion of…

Lead contamination remains a persistent issue in spices imported into the U.S. Last year, excessive lead levels were detected in Indian turmeric imported by Spices USA, a problem that is not uncommon in spices like…

Ocean Spray provided the purified xyloglucans and partially funded the research. If the health benefits can be established, a prebiotic derived from cranberry skins could represent a profitable application for a byproduct of the cranberry…

Flavor houses are consistently ahead of the curve when it comes to discovering new flavors and spices for the U.S. market. With millennials embracing more adventurous palates, snack producers are beginning to innovate in their…

The U.S. hot sauce market has expanded significantly and become more varied, with companies exploring a wide range of chili peppers from across the globe—including habanero, ghost pepper, and chipotle—as well as incorporating various fruity…

The use of glyphosate has sparked significant controversy within the food industry. There are claims that this herbicide may be linked to cancer in humans, although scientists remain divided on the matter following a four-day…

The sauce and condiment market has evolved significantly, now enjoying the benefits of its diversification. This industry has had to reconsider many of its offerings, as consumers increasingly seek healthier alternatives. Millennials, who constitute 23.4%…

The project represents a mutually beneficial arrangement for the companies involved, which have pledged to purchase the resulting high-quality vanilla. Having preferential access to a reliable source of quality vanilla is expected to provide Mars,…

Coconut products entered the mainstream market a few years ago with the surge in popularity of coconut water as a natural sports drink. Since then, they have gained immense popularity due to their supposed health…

CIFI provides a variety of sweet potato juices suitable for different products. These options include juices that preserve more nutrients, a syrup-like texture similar to traditional sugar syrup, and a clarified juice that could be…