Advanced Food Systems Inc. (AFS) is extending its Sealtite and Seal ‘N Crisp product lines for chicken wings. New offerings include Sealtite Chicken Wing Marinade CL, Sealtite Marinade WOB and Seal ‘N Crisp CLW.

But with ambiguity surrounding the term, how much influence will such promises have on consumers?

National Beverage Corp., makers of Shasta, introduced a genuine soft-drink alternative (SDA), which it took four years to develop.

Quaker introduced a new line of gluten free oatmeal so that those who consume gluten free foods can enjoy the great taste of Quaker Oats.

Sweet potato juice concentrate (SPJC) offers product developers the opportunity to add the health and functional attributes of sweet potatoes to many applications.

The certification meets the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic Program (NOP) and European Union standards.

While demand for natural drives market growth, consumers are still eager to try new food and beverage experiences.

And today, in an effort to bring such ingredients to the forefront, Gorton's announced a commitment to simplify ingredients and introduce new, cleaner recipes for all of the brand's items by the end of 2017.

KIND announced that it is reducing added sugar across its original Fruit & Nut bar portfolio. This effort, which started in late 2014, is part of KIND's brand promise to offer wholesome and tasty snack choices.

With ongoing interest in clean labeling and greater transparency, the free-from category is continuing to grow globally and, in addition to the high-profile developments in areas such as lactose-, dairy- and gluten-free foods and drinks, there has also been a marked upturn in interest in GMO-free or non-GMO products.