Organic farming in the United States has reached unprecedented levels, with a reported 12% increase in the number of organic operations in 2015 compared to the previous year, according to USDA statistics. Since 2002, this…

Gut bacteria have been associated with obesity, leading some to speculate that altering the gut microbiome to resemble that of a healthy individual could facilitate weight loss. However, this reasoning has its flaws, as the…

Gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, has lost popularity among U.S. consumers. Celiac disease affects approximately 1 in 133 Americans, and the only way to manage its symptoms is by avoiding gluten.…

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) periodically requests the reevaluation of the safety of food additives to ensure that the evidence remains current and that contemporary consumption patterns and industrial applications are considered. This recent…

Last autumn, Hampton Creek was on the verge of completing a funding round that could have secured nearly $1.1 billion for the producer of mayo, dressings, cookies, and cookie dough. However, the financing quickly fell…

While flavor is a primary concern for adults when selecting foods for themselves, it takes a backseat to health considerations when it comes to purchasing food for children. Nonetheless, there is a significant overlap between…

Yili Industrial Group is well-acquainted with the dairy sector, and its interest in incorporating Stonyfield into its portfolio presents a significant opportunity for the company to grow its presence in the U.S. while bolstering its…

Until now, the company has refrained from publicly announcing modifications to its products, opting instead to reformulate quietly, banking on the idea that consumers won’t notice the changes. While food companies face pressure to create…

In today’s market, packaging has become increasingly significant. Snack packaging is evolving to be smaller and more environmentally friendly. According to Euromonitor International, in 2016, 1-to 3-ounce packages of savory snacks accounted for nearly 40%…

Food manufacturers are obligated to emphasize eight primary allergens on their product labels: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans. These allergens account for approximately 90% of food-related allergic reactions in the…