Atoria's Family Bakery, Chomps & Petit Pot named winners of the Misfits Market and Upcycled Food Association contest
March 20, 2023
Seven food finalists, chosen from 114 food entrepreneur applicants, pitched their upcycled product ideas to a panel of leaders in food innovation at the Natural Products Expo West trade show.
SIMPLi is an ethically-sourced ingredients company with a larger mission of tackling a fraudulent international supply chain
March 10, 2023
The Award, honoring Califia Farms and Odwalla founder Greg Steltenpohl, seeks to encourage and support innovators, entrepreneurs, and change makers building a more positive, plant-centric food system.
The woman founded Argentinian chimichurri brand receives $10,000 and 12-Week mentorship with Brazi Bites
February 3, 2023
Born out of a family recipe with Argentinian roots, La Porteña is a Portland-based, Latino-owned business that crafts locally sourced, high-quality, small-batch chimichurri.
From burgers to ice cream, brands went above and beyond to create products to attract customers
December 21, 2022
“These brands went above and beyond to reach their guests but also give them new and exciting products during a challenging time for restaurants and consumers alike,” said Ramon Melgarejo, global managing director of NielsenIQ BASES. “In our second year of the Menu Innovation Awards, we’re excited to include Canada in this year’s North America awards and recognize the hard work of so many great brands.”
There’s a well-known phrase about the “gift that keeps on giving.” But here’s an interesting twist with a win—that presents still more winning upcycled ingredient ideas for new product developers.
Walmart, Albertsons, Sprouts among retailers honored for store brand innovation
November 16, 2022
Walmart’s Sam's Choice™ oatmilk chocolate bar; Albertsons’ Signature Reserve™ ravioli with porcini mushrooms and truffle; and biodegradable household cleaner from Sprouts Farmers Market are among PLMA’s 2022 Salute to Excellence award winners for store brand innovation.
Brands dosa by DOSA, Pariva, Tres Lecheria and Wheyward Spirit Win $50,000 at the Open Innovation Final Pitch Event
November 11, 2022
In its fourth year, the 2022 Real California Milk Excelerator advances innovation in its truest state: open. As one of the biggest dairy competitions in the world, the program sought early-stage applicants with high-growth potential that create a 50% cow’s milk-based product or working prototype.
Mane Kancor wins Innovation Product Award at FI India 2022
October 24, 2022
Colouring Foods Hibiscus, the latest addition from Mane Kancor, is a FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) label-friendly, approved coloring ingredient that does not carry an INS number.
Annual awards recognize most exciting breakthroughs in taste, marketability, creativity and profit potential in foodservice operations
October 19, 2022
FABI Awardees receive industry-wide exposure before, during and after the Show. Further, awarded products will be acknowledged throughout the Show floor with prominent signage, and priority placement in on-site media opportunities with broadcast media.
Award will grant $100,000 annually to food system changemakers in honor of plant-based visionary Greg Steltenpohl’s lifelong mission
September 27, 2022
The Greg Steltenpohl Pragmatic Visionary Award, honoring natural products pioneer and plant-based visionary Greg Steltenpohl, is officially accepting entries for its first annual $100,000 grant for early-stage ventures in the food space. The founder of Odwalla and Califia Farms, who died in March 2021, devoted his life to changing the food system through business.