Sugar’s image may be declining as individuals seek healthier diets, but it remains deeply entrenched in many beloved foods, making it unlikely to lose its dominant position despite attempts to dethrone it. Sugar is often…

Califia Farms has ventured into the already saturated plant-based milk market, quickly establishing itself as one of the fastest-growing natural beverage companies in the United States. If its past performance is any indicator, the company…

In today’s food and beverage industry, sugar has become one of the most vilified ingredients. Once cherished for its versatility — aiding in cake rising, caramelizing sauces, and, of course, providing delightful sweetness — a…

As large food manufacturers face challenges due to consumers opting for fresher, healthier options over packaged foods, one company is notably thriving: McCormick & Co. This 129-year-old producer of spices, seasoning blends, flavorings, and condiments…

Animal-free dairy proteins appear to provide functional benefits similar to those of cell-cultured “meat” products, which are garnering attention and investment from major food companies. Memphis Meats, a San Francisco-based startup specializing in cultured “meat,”…

Pea protein has garnered significant attention from consumers in recent years, with a remarkable 195% increase in the number of new products featuring this ingredient from 2013 to 2016, according to Mintel data. For manufacturers,…

As consumer lifestyles become increasingly busy, the appetite for convenient, ready-to-eat meal options—often referred to as “food anywhere”—continues to grow unabated. This rapid transition has not only compelled manufacturers, restaurants, and grocery retailers to innovate…

In 2012, Bon Appétit declared it “the year of kale,” and now kale is ubiquitous, available from Walmart and McDonald’s to upscale dining venues. The culinary world is now on the lookout for the next…

As consumer aversion to sugar increases and the demand for natural, healthier food and beverages rises, manufacturers are in a race to create natural ingredient solutions that can satisfy sweet cravings. This month, we highlight…

In response to the FDA’s update announcement on March 1, Jim O’Hara, director of special projects at the Center for Science in the Public Interest, stated that the new guidance regarding dietary fibers, added sugars,…