A comprehensive selection of flours and starches derived from ancient grains and seeds is increasingly being tapped for products that appeal to consumers seeking foods that are gluten-free or non-GMO, or simply have more healthful profiles.

2021 marks Furmano’s 100th year of harvesting nature’s goodness in the heart of Central Pennsylvania’s farmland. It’s a momentous milestone for the family-owned business – one they’re using as a springboard into the future.

The want of more protein in diets have US consumers seeking the macronutrient from a variety sources, reports The NPD Group. Protein, the nutritional counterpart to fat and carbohydrates, is considered the body’s building blocks, and can be found in a long list of foods, like seafood, meat, poultry, eggs, legumes, and vegetables.

Ingredion Incorporated announced a new addition to its growing range of plant-based proteins: HOMECRAFT® Quinoa 112 flour. The new flour is being introduced in the US and Canada, with other regions to follow.

Trends such as non-GMO, gluten-free, sustainability, and various popular diets, are expanding the use of non-mainstream whole grains and seeds as well as other plant sources.

Furmano’s, a leading family-owned producer of superior quality beans, tomatoes and vegetables, is adding a new product category to its roster: Fully Cooked Ancient Grains in shelf-stable foodservice pouches.

The steadily growing demand for whole grains has continued unabated due to the well-established role of whole grains in improving diet and health.

The mill enhancement is in response to rapidly increasing customer demand in segments such as artisan baking, brewing and distilling, food service and retail foods.

Sneakz Meal2Go is currently available in three flavors - Cinnamon Chocolate Fusion, Cinnamon Vanilla Swirl, and Roasted Coffee Blend - all of which have been both taste and performance tested among active adults, athletes and scientists.

A formulation-friendly powder made from amaranth, buckwheat, millet, chia and quinoa, AncienTRIM is key to adding the protein, fiber and essential amino acids of ancient grains to soups, beverages, dairy alternatives, RTM products and more.