The proposed rule would align the definition of the “healthy” claim with current nutrition science, the updated Nutrition Facts label and the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans
September 28, 2022
More than 80% of people in the US aren’t eating enough vegetables, fruit and dairy. And most people consume too much added sugars, saturated fat and sodium. The proposed rule is part of the agency’s ongoing commitment to helping consumers improve nutrition and dietary patterns to help reduce the burden of chronic disease and advance health equity.
The company is a manufacturer of branded and private label nutritional bars and functional powder solutions
September 28, 2022
Nellson Nutraceutical LLC (Nellson), is hosting a series of festivities beginning this week to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the company. Founded in 1962 in Los Angeles under the name of Nellson Candies, the company is proud of its six-decade heritage.
Sokol Custom Food Ingredients, a family-owned company that has been developing custom food formulations for 125 years, announced Shawn M. Sullivan has been named CEO, effective September 26. Tim Novak, former president of Sokol, will remain active as he continues to support the business as chairman of the board.
Award will grant $100,000 annually to food system changemakers in honor of plant-based visionary Greg Steltenpohl’s lifelong mission
September 27, 2022
The Greg Steltenpohl Pragmatic Visionary Award, honoring natural products pioneer and plant-based visionary Greg Steltenpohl, is officially accepting entries for its first annual $100,000 grant for early-stage ventures in the food space. The founder of Odwalla and Califia Farms, who died in March 2021, devoted his life to changing the food system through business.
Partnership between cell-cultured meat producer and premium meat company fills gap for more sustainable, healthier, and scalable proteins
September 27, 2022
Orbillion Bio, a US based cell-cultured meat pioneer, announced a partnership with Luiten Food, a European leader in premium meats, to bring top-quality cell-cultured meats to more than 35 countries across Europe by 2025.
New facility increases ADM’s footprint at the University of Illinois Research Park and reflects a significant expansion of its capabilities
September 26, 2022
ADM celebrated the grand opening of the new ADM Science and Technology Center at the University of Illinois Research Park. The facility quadruples ADM’s footprint at the University of Illinois Research Park and reflects a significant expansion of its capabilities.
The new product line is MGP's first for the foodservice channel
September 26, 2022
MGP Ingredients, Inc., launched of Proterra® Crumbles, a line of chef-seasoned plant-based protein crumbles developed for foodservice operations. Ready to serve in just minutes, Proterra pea protein crumbles can help cafeterias meet growing consumer demand for plant-based foods.
The start-up engagement program was created to bring "big and small" together to drive mutual growth
September 23, 2022
SnackFutures, the Mondelēz International, Inc. innovation and venture hub, opened applications for CoLab 2023. This is the third year of the start-up engagement program which was created to bring ‘big and small’ together to drive mutual growth.
Global flavors and fragrances company supports worldwide strategy with key appointments
September 22, 2022
Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. (Bell) announced a series of promotions to senior leadership positions at its headquarters in Northbrook, Ill. The updates include the promotion of Megan Paul to sensory scientist, the promotion of Noor Abo Alzahb to the position of sales project manager, and the promotion of David Banks to senior marketing director.
Joe Prewett brings board membership experience and nearly 20 years of consumer packaged goods and foodservice leadership experience to the role
September 21, 2022
Oregon Fruit Products LLC announced that the company’s board of directors appointed Joe Prewett as president and chief executive officer. Prewett will assume the role effective mid-October, while current CEO, Chris Sarles, will help to ensure a smooth transition.