Bell Flavors & Fragrances announced selections for its 2015 “Spark” trends for flavors and fragrances.

A 2013 report by the FDA found nearly 7% of spice imports examined by federal inspectors were contaminated with Salmonella.

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF), a leading global creator of flavors and fragrances for consumer products, today announced the opening of a new US flavors facility near Chicago.

McCormick & Company introduced a lineup of 25 new products for winter meals.

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.

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.