McConnell’s Dairy-Free Frozen Desserts are made from a combination of gluten free oats, cocoa butter, and highly refined coconut oil. The oat base has a neutral taste, which gives McConnell’s the flexibility to incorporate other ingredients and flavors without overpowering them.

Microalgae cultivation start-up Yemoja, Ltd. is joining the MIGAL Galilee Research institute to spearhead an extensive, four-year research initiative to identify algae-sourced compounds with the potential to help manage inflammation and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Select beneficial algae will be developed into functional foods as well as nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications.

Franklin Farms™ introduced a line of chickpea products to its portfolio of plant-based offerings. As the plant-based food market continues to grow and diversify, the new line of tofu made from chickpeas offers consumers soy-free options that are low-fat and allergen-free.

With the opening of the new Planterra office and R&D Innovation Center, the company looks forward to continuing its purpose of feeding future generations and making a positive impact on the world.

The culinary kitchen is modeled to replicate operations in a variety of restaurant environments, from quick service restaurant to fine dining. The space will also feature a state-of-the-art new product development lab to accelerate innovation to market for the North American business.