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In recent years, pea protein has significantly captured the attention of consumers, with a remarkable 195% increase in new products incorporating this ingredient from 2013 to 2016, as per Mintel data. For manufacturers, the appealing attributes of pea protein include its non-GMO, allergen-free, vegan, and kosher status. However, its unique pea-like flavor has often posed

As consumer lifestyles become more frantic, the demand for convenient, ready-to-eat meal options—often referred to as “food anywhere”—continues to rise without signs of slowing. This rapid evolution has prompted manufacturers, restaurants, and grocery retailers to create competitive on-the-go offerings, while also presenting a lucrative opportunity for companies like Ingredion to provide ingredients that ensure the

Bon Appétit declared 2012 as “the year of kale,” and now kale is ubiquitous, appearing in everything from Walmart and McDonald’s to high-end restaurants. The quest for the next big trendy ingredient is underway, and could it be kelp or seaweed? These “ocean garden” varieties certainly possess the qualities needed to become the next kale.

As consumer aversion to sugar intensifies and the demand for natural, healthier food and beverages increases, manufacturers are racing to create natural ingredient solutions that can satisfy sweet cravings. This month, we highlight emerging trends in the sweetener industry. We investigate how natural frontrunners like monk fruit and stevia, along with the innovative disruptor allulose,

In response to the FDA’s update announcement on March 1, Jim O’Hara, the special projects director for the Center for Science in the Public Interest, remarked that the new guidance regarding dietary fibers, added sugars, and serving sizes “should prompt the agency to reconsider its proposed postponement of the updated Nutritional Facts label.” Initially, the

The FTC’s complaint highlights that internal documents from both Smucker and Conagra reveal that the two cooking oil brands fiercely compete for retail sales. One of Smucker’s motivations for acquiring the Wesson oil brand is to mitigate price competition. The agency stated, “Smucker’s own internal documents recognize that a key reason for the acquisition is

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Sugar reduction has become a significant priority for both manufacturers and consumers, yet implementing this change is often more challenging than it seems, especially as many consumers are reluctant to sacrifice sweetness. This is particularly true for Americans. According to data from Euromonitor, Americans consume an average of 126 grams of sugar daily, in stark

As consumer demand for nutritious and convenient meal options rises, protein bars have established themselves as a significant player in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector. The market has seen substantial growth; from 2010 to 2015, the U.S. market for nutritional shakes and bars increased at an annual rate of approximately 10%. In 2016, sales

In regions where marijuana is legal, beer and wine companies are increasingly exploring marijuana-infused beverages and related products to diversify their offerings with trendy items, while also preventing the cannabis industry from monopolizing their customer base. Constellation Brands, the third-largest brewery in the United States, announced last October its investment in a Canadian cannabis company.