Whey protein, a significant by-product of cheese production, was once regarded as waste. However, with a growing consumer demand for protein-rich foods and beverages in recent years, food manufacturers are increasingly turning their attention to…

The popularity of yogurt has surged dramatically in recent years, with sales increasing by nearly 50% between 2009 and 2014. This boom is primarily fueled by the rise of Greek yogurt and yogurt drinks, which…

The GMO labeling law, enacted by former President Obama on July 29 of last year, mandated that the USDA complete the rulemaking process within a two-year timeframe. During a presentation at the Food Label Conference…

In its IPO filing earlier this month, Blue Apron reported a valuation of $100 million. Shortly thereafter, the company significantly increased this figure to $510 million, announcing plans to sell 30 million shares priced between…

McCormick’s diverse portfolio, which includes 250 brands from the U.S. and around the globe, alongside its collaborations with prominent packaged food companies and multinational restaurant chains, has enabled the spice manufacturer to achieve steady growth.…

The latest report serves as an additional incentive for food companies to improve their ingredient labels or, at the very least, provide consumers with clearer information about what their products contain. The movement towards cleaner…

For many years, banana flour has served as an inexpensive substitute for wheat flour in regions where the fruit is cultivated worldwide. However, it has only made its way into the U.S. market in recent…

The rising popularity of coconut oil can largely be attributed to its direct-to-consumer sales. Products ranging from potato chips fried in coconut oil to coconut-based whipped toppings for coffee feature this ingredient. While the American…

The trend of utilizing natural colors shows no signs of diminishing in the near future. However, determining whether a company should replace synthetic colors with natural alternatives remains a complex balancing act. Natural colors encounter…

Nanotechnology involves the manipulation of substances at a molecular scale, typically measured in nanometers, or one-millionth of a meter. In the food sector, manufacturers are excited about the potential applications of this technology, including enhancing…