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    Favorite Products: June 2026

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    Prepared Foods has selected six new food and beverage products introduced in June 2026. Vote below to let us know which new product is your favorite!

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    Wild Harvested and Organic? How Both Can Be True

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    Products labeled both "wild harvested" and "organic" may seem contradictory, but USDA rules allow uncultivated crops to earn certification under strict harvesting and land-management requirements. From organic allulose and maple syrup to Amazonian superfruits and wild botanicals, brands are finding new ways to bring certified organic ingredients to market.

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    Sugar, Salt Reduction Drives New Formulation Strategies

    Consumers increasingly say they want less sugar and sodium, but taste remains a critical barrier to adoption. Advances in natural sweeteners, fermentation-derived ingredients and flavor-enhancement technologies are helping formulators balance health goals with sensory appeal.
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    Shelf Stability

    The Ultra-Processed Foods Debate Remains Far from Settled

    The campaign against ultra-processed foods continues to gain momentum, but the term itself remains scientifically and legally undefined. As regulators consider formal definitions and consumers grow increasingly wary of processing, food manufacturers must navigate a complex landscape where perception, nutrition science and policy do not always align.
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    UPFs: The Culinary Science View

    In an insightful interview at the Culinary Institute of America, Chef Hinnerk Von Bargen challenges the negative perception of "ultra-processed foods." He highlights the importance of multi-step processing through examples like sourdough and tofu, emphasizing that these practices enrich our culinary culture and nutrition.
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    Favorite Products: May 2026

    Prepared Foods has selected six new food and beverage products introduced in May 2026. Vote below to let us know which new product is your favorite!
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