Cargill’s introduction of a new carrageenan ingredient may seem perplexing to some. Carrageenan, derived from seaweed and utilized in food products for many years, has become a subject of controversy. Critics argue that it may…

The term “craft” is commonly linked with beer, but soda producers have also ventured into this territory. According to USA Today, craft soda sales reached $541 million in wholesale in 2016, up from $427.7 million…

The potential of artificial intelligence technologies is beginning to manifest in various sectors, particularly in the food and beverage industry. Hershey, an early adopter of this technology, is utilizing it to perfect their Twizzlers. This…

Gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, has lost popularity among consumers in the U.S. Approximately 1 in 133 Americans are affected by celiac disease, and the only way to manage its symptoms…

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

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

While flavor is a primary concern for adults purchasing food for themselves, it takes a backseat to health considerations when it comes to buying for children. However, there is some intersection between health and appealing…

Yili Industrial Group is well-acquainted with the dairy industry, and its pursuit of acquiring Stonyfield presents an excellent opportunity for the company to grow its presence in the U.S. while bolstering its organic offerings. The…

Up to now, the company has refrained from announcing any modifications to its products, opting instead to reformulate discreetly, banking on the assumption that consumers won’t notice the changes. While food manufacturers face pressure to…

Unlike many of its competitors, Sanderson Farms has established a reputation as a strong advocate for the use of antibiotics in poultry farming. The company has even initiated campaigns to address and clarify the misconceptions…