Nuts have become a critical tool to help product developers meet consumer needs in the well-being space.

Solely's Organic Green Banana Fusilli Pasta opens culinary possibilities, all with just one nutritious ingredient. Green Bananas are a good source of fiber, high in iron and potassium, contain no added sugar, and are grain- and gluten-free. 

In the food industry, the circular bioeconomy is being realized as agricultural by-products and food waste are captured as value-added ingredients to reformulate existing products, and in the development of new products and brands.

Scientific progress in understanding the human gut microbiome thrills experts in nutrition and gastrointestinal health. Researchers know that diet affects the gut microbiome in ways that benefit health and disease prevention, but they are still discovering the mechanisms of how this happens. New almond research may add another piece to the puzzle. A clinical study investigated how gut microbes break down almonds to produce butyrate, a specific microbiota product associated with several health benefits.

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.

Smoky Barbecue Carrot Crisps contain 35 calories per serving, and like all Dirt Kitchen Snacks varieties are vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free and kosher. They contain no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or added sugar. 

A survey from the International Food Information Council found consumers ranked vegetables first in every food-function benefit area.

The cornerstone release, Green Giant® Restaurant Style sides, are vegetable-based side dishes inspired by some of America's favorite restaurants. The hearty cuts of premium vegetables include savory sauces and come ready-to-sauté directly in a skillet or pan – providing an unparalleled restaurant-like experience right at home. 

Since the new snacks are baked using a low heat method, the nutrients, allowing the colors of the carrots, radishes, purple sweet potatoes and mushrooms in the mix to remain vibrant.

For the sixteenth consecutive year, almonds are the top nut in global new product development according to Global New Products data from Innova Market Insights, having been first recognized as the number one nut globally in 2006.