PGP International’s new PROLIFICA texturized pea proteins offer greater formulating versatility
March 8, 2022
The growing trend for vegetarian or flexitarian diets has created a need for more plant-based protein options, especially when it comes to familiar products such as burgers, sausages or meatballs. Consumers are looking for the same taste, texture and experience of traditional meat products while feeling like they are eating healthier and being more sustainable.
Gavan’s proprietary technology optimizes spirulina blue coloring for hot and cold drinks
March 3, 2022
FoodTech start-up Gavan, Ltd. is beating the blue colorant blues by creating a wide array of natural blue colorings for hot-and cold drinks via a proprietary technology. Gavan developed an innovative method for extracting an entirely natural, pure blue that delivers high performance and high stability.
Blue Pacific introduces alcohol-inspired natural flavor line
March 3, 2022
Blue Pacific Flavors unveiled its Alcohol-Inspired Flavor platform, a bold new collection of complex and nuanced natural flavors that authentically replicate the flavors of popular spirits and alcoholic beverages.
Made with chickpea, the latest innovation from the plant-based cheese brand combines thinly shredded flavor blends
March 2, 2022
Made with chickpea, the addition to Daiya's Cutting Board Shreds collection features thinly shredded Parmesan, Mozzarella, and two new Daiya Shred flavors Provolone and Asiago to create an Italian-inspired blend.
Combined company effort seeks to educate consumers on veggie and seed oils with collective campaign and limited-edition starter pack
March 2, 2022
LesserEvil, the better-for-you snack brand on a mission to make healthy, organic, less-processed, and sustainable snacks more accessible, has teamed up with A Dozen Cousins, Cappello’s, Primal Kitchen, and RIND Snacks to create the Clean Oil Crew— a coalition of brands joining forces for an educational campaign, limited-edition starter pack available for purchase, and a special giveaway to educate about clean oils and inspire others to join the movement.
The move further leverages the heart health and blood pressure benefits of the superfruit
March 1, 2022
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, and Canomiks, a startup technology company transforming the functional food and beverage industry, announced research leveraging Canomiks' A.I. based technology platform to test and certify the biological efficacy of the cranberry.
The acquisition expands Riviana's operations and geographic footprint
February 25, 2022
Riviana Foods Inc. announced the signing of a definitive agreement to purchase the assets of InHarvest, Inc. which specializes in the production, marketing and sale of premium specialty rice, quinoa and grains.
Acquisition helps Prova expand French manufacturing capacity
February 25, 2022
PROVA announces the acquisition of an industrial site sold by BOIRON Laboratories, expanding its production facilities to France’s Centre-Val de Loire region. Officials say the acquisition is part of PROVA’S global investment and international growth plan.
Simplot is expected to help grow the Ore-Ida brand by introducing world-class innovation and technology
February 24, 2022
The Kraft Heinz Company and Simplot Food Group, a division of the J.R. Simplot Company, announced that the two companies have signed a long-term agreement naming Simplot as the exclusive manufacturer and supplier of Ore-Ida. Kraft Heinz will continue to own the Ore-Ida brand.