Golden orange sweet potatoes are enveloped in spicy cinnamon and rich, dark maple with a sprinkle of brown sugar.

Many of the nutritional factors that reduce the risk for heart disease are essential parts of well-known dietary staples. At least, staples for some. Many such foods and ingredients are not necessarily staples in the modern Western diet.

Customers were invited by the company to visit and tour the vineyard of Tim Grow, one of Welch’s farmer-owners, in Grandview, Wash. They witnessed the harvesting of Concord and Niagara grapes and followed their short journey to a nearby processing facility for juicing immediately after picking.

While past discussions about craveability generally revolved around the fundamental influences of great taste, umami has rapidly established itself as an impactful way to create delicious, savory innovations.

FutureCeuticals continues to research and innovate within the space and is in the process of prosecuting numerous currently pending patent applications.

For every application from soups to desserts, potatoes are an essential addition to the traditional list of potential fillers, binders and extenders. Potatoes impart a neutral flavor and ideal texture to achieve a smooth, even and moist finished product.

“Clint’s background and experience will serve him and the team well as they work to grow our Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts business,” said Greg Morris, ADM senior vice president and president, Oilseeds.

J.R. Simplot Company, a privately held agribusiness firm, has an integrated portfolio that includes phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, food processing, food brands, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Everything starts at the ground level. Initial distribution of ingredients was based on regional availability and classic preservation techniques. A return to roots is happening. When the farm-to-table trend hit restaurants, it was a game-changer. The landscape shifted, and specific farms were highlighted on menus. Farmers, in turn, gained name recognition for humanely raised poultry and meats, unique herbs, and heirloom varietals of corn, tomatoes, plums, and other produce.

Included in the new plant is the latest in nut processing technology and is the only hazelnut processing facility in the Pacific Northwest that uses steam pasteurization—considered a growing requirement by many customers, and a value to growers who deliver their crop to HGO.