Bell Flavors & Fragrances introduces “Spark,” a new trend program that conveys Bell’s 2015 flavor and fragrance trend inspirations. Bell’s trend program has evolved over the years to become a dynamic program that analyzes different data points and generates trend insight for flavor and fragrance predictions and concepts.

Using formal and grassroots market research tactics, Sensient Flavors’ industry experts have identified four primary consumer interests — hybrid flavors, regional inspiration, creative sourcing and savory updates — that inform eight up-and-coming flavor trends for 2015.

As a leading supplier of fresh flavor solutions to food manufacturers, harnessing the ingredient power of fresh ginger root is a natural for SupHerb Farms.

Wixon’s new on-trend seasonings and rubs can help meat and poultry manufacturers inspire new products or reinvigorate old classics. No matter what, these creative offerings represent a simple way to add a gourmet touch to prepared items.

In the food processing and foodservice industries, Newly Weds® Foods is recognized as the premier global purveyor of customized breaders, batters, seasonings and functional ingredients.

Culinary Farms is a producer of distinctive, premium quality dried food ingredients. The company’s all-natural products include fresh dried, Pure Sun Dried™, traditional sun dried and USDA certified organic dried tomatoes, all California-grown.

Responding to consumer demand for simpler ingredients, Kalsec has expanded its line of expeller-pressed spice and herb extracts.

Nagase America is pleased to announce the top Japanese 2015 food trends. Key factors behind the trends are anticipated changes in Japanese regulations as well as Japanese consumer interest in new food experiences and ethnic flavors.

Inclusion Technologies LLC now offers an all-natural and non-GMO version of its 100% nut-free Nadanut™ nut analogs.

There are between 2,000 and 5,000 taste buds scattered over the surface of the human tongue.