The U.S. hot sauce market has expanded significantly and has become increasingly varied, with companies exploring a wide range of chili peppers from across the globe, such as habanero, ghost pepper, and chipotle, alongside an…

The use of glyphosate has sparked significant debate in the food industry. Some critics assert that this herbicide is linked to cancer in humans, although opinions among scientists were divided following a four-day meeting held…

Fat, one of the three primary macronutrients alongside protein and carbohydrates, is vital for maintaining a healthy body. However, a simplistic public health narrative from the 1980s led many consumers to believe that saturated fat…

Whey protein is a significant by-product of the cheese-making process that was once seen as a waste material. However, with the growing consumer demand for protein-rich foods and beverages, food manufacturers have increasingly turned their…

In recent years, yogurt has seen a remarkable surge in popularity, with sales increasing nearly 50% from 2009 to 2014. This growth is largely attributed to Greek yogurt and yogurt-based drinks, which experienced a 62%…

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

In its recent IPO filing, Blue Apron initially set a valuation of $100 million. However, just weeks later, the company significantly raised this figure to $510 million, announcing plans to sell 30 million shares priced…

McCormick’s diverse portfolio, which includes a combination of 250 U.S. and international brands, along with its collaborations with prominent packaged food companies and multinational restaurants, has enabled the spice manufacturer to achieve steady growth. The…

The latest report adds further impetus for food manufacturers to refine their ingredient labels, or at the very least, provide consumers with clearer information about the contents of their products. The movement towards cleaner labels—characterized…

For many years, banana flour has served as an economical substitute for wheat flour in regions where the fruit is cultivated worldwide. However, it has only recently emerged in the U.S. market over the past…