The majority of the trends focus on sustainability, which is proving to be the primary motivator for many new and emerging entrepreneurs, a key factor in corporate commitments and an important “why” behind radical transparency and impact assessments.

Brightseed announced preclinical data in the peer-reviewed Journal of Food Bioactives showing that two bioactive compounds found in hemp hulls, N-trans caffeoyltyramine (NCT) and N-trans feruloyltyramine (NFT), have potential to support gut barrier function.

"Student tastes are at the forefront of every new program or menu item we introduce," said Chef Peter Gilhooly, vice president - culinary, Chartwells K12. "With daily access to the invaluable insights from the students we serve, we're able to work with kids on creating the fun and delicious, healthy and nutritious meal options on their school menus, and we're excited to share what's coming next year."

Over the last year, cost and value for money have become more important to more than half of food and beverage consumers worldwide. Today’s shoppers are increasingly exploring money-saving strategies, such as choosing lower cost items and cooking from scratch. 

Over the course of 2022, Prepared Foods developed dozens of articles, podcasts, videos and infographics about food and beverage product development in the immunity space. Here six items that the Prepared Foods community found most compelling in the past year.

Mineral expert Omya used Fi/Hi Europe to showcase a range of natural ingredients that address processing challenges while also offering health benefits.

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. (Bell) has released its new Spark Trends platform predictions. Since its inception in 2015, Spark provides a multi-faceted understanding of the global consumer landscape, blending a comprehensive knowledge of culinary influences, market dynamics and product innovations with consumer attitudes, usage and purchasing habits to understand what’s shaping the future of flavors, fragrances and botanicals.

After honing their skills during stay-at-home mandates, many consumers have ambitions of continuing to cook, but collectively are tired. And people still want restaurant-quality food but without the price tag.

LOLA Snack's current success is an endorsement as an emerging leader in the bar space, with products available nationwide in more than 3,000 doors across the natural and conventional grocery channels.

GNT, the global supplier of plant-based EXBERRY® colors, explored how today’s consumers see color in the world of food and drink and beyond. The research revealed a powerful new trend shaped by Generation Z’s desire to embrace joy and creativity while staying true to core values.