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Major trends impacting food formulators, from health and wellness, to weight management to allergens and ethic foods.

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Prepared Foods’ Spirit of Innovation Awards recognize product development teams for excellence with innovative new products. Winners are acknowledged for each step of the process: from insights and ideation through formulation and full development of the product. Established in 2003 by Prepared Foods, these awards have recognized landmark food and beverage product launches.

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