Plant based ingredients are taking root at this year's show
September 6, 2019
Plants, Plants, and More Plants! This year more than ever, plants are mounting a takeover of the entire Expo East floor – not just as a side dish or veggie burger.
New ice cream contains zero added sugar and is sweetened with plant-based Stevia
September 4, 2019
The launch of the new ice cream – with the company’s name on the labels -- demonstrates PureCircle’s confidence in the great taste of its next generation non-GMO stevia sweeteners. They are an important break-through. The capabilities of these sweeteners and the company’s unique expertise in formulating with them are what make possible the delicious ‘PureCircle’ ice cream.
Annual United Soybean Board Food Industry Insights survey finds an increased demand for soy among millennials nationwide, opening new market opportunities for food companies
September 4, 2019
While soy protein and beverage consumption has risen among millennials, industry trends among all age demographics show potential for market growth as consumers prioritize healthy food choices and sustainably produced foods. The plant-based foods category grew by 20% between 2017 and 2018, outpacing sales of all retail foods by 10-times.
Looking more closely at new product trends, it's clear that meat, poultry and seafood processors are addressing consumer interests in flavor and new food experiences. Still more new products help operators address back-of-house labor issues and consumers' concerns about ethical sourcing and sustainability.
OSI will expand production of Impossible Foods’ flagship product
August 22, 2019
OSI will begin producing Impossible Foods’ flagship product, the Impossible Burger, adding short-term capacity to Impossible Foods’ plant in Oakland. OSI will continue to expand production of Impossible Foods’ flagship product throughout 2019 and thereafter.
Manufacturers' new offerings need to fit their customers' menu trends and operational demands. Those two requirements are standard. And then there's a third dimension—the true reason that makes a new item stand out for customer and consumer.