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Food safety remains a top priority as ready-to-eat foods continue to face pathogen risks. Learn how formulators are using hurdle technologies, fermentation-derived ingredients and validated antimicrobial systems to strengthen product safety while balancing clean-label and sodium-reduction demands.

Kulli is introducing US consumers to chicha morada, a traditional Peruvian beverage made from purple corn rich in anthocyanins. The lightly berry-forward drink with a tea-like finish is now expanding into specialty retail channels as interest in globally inspired functional beverages continues to grow.

Greater Than is repositioning hydration around how women’s bodies actually work, blending coconut water, plant-based fiber and essential vitamins into a nutrient-dense elixir. With new 12oz sleek cans and a 2026 national retail rollout, the brand’s GoddessLand platform reframes hydration as daily nourishment, not just performance.

True Citrus is expanding into functional wellness with three powdered drink mixes formulated to support cravings control, immunity and clean energy without sugar or artificial sweeteners. Available exclusively online, the Non-GMO, vegan and gluten-free line blends plant-based actives, prebiotic fiber and electrolytes to turn water into a daily health ritual.

Attendees are invited to visit booth #C27155 and meet with Kemin Food Technologies – North America experts to learn how the business unit’s innovative ingredient solutions can help processors increase yield, extend shelf life, and ensure consumer satisfaction with appealing flavor, color, and sensory attributes—all while staying competitive in a dynamic market.

According to the report, dark sweet cherry will be a standout flavor in 2026 due to its striking deep red color, intense sweetness and impressive versatility. With a complex flavor profile described as “juicy, rich and tart,” dark sweet cherry is a nostalgic favorite for many North American consumers familiar with varieties such as Chelan, Sweetheart, Lapin, Stella, Bing and more. 

Honoring the pioneering spirit of founder Wolfgang “Wolf” Ludwig, the Center will be a destination where science, creativity, and artisan talent come together to advance how food is made safely, naturally, and to the highest quality standards.

Attendees are invited to visit booth #S1815 to meet with Kemin experts and learn more about how to improve the shelf life of foods with the company’s ever-expanding suite of clean label ingredient alternatives to synthetic preservatives. 

In the presentation, Dr. Thangavel provided educational and technical solutions for attendees, outlining factors that can impact the shelf life of products and the need for microbial control to prevent mold in dressings and sauces.

Kemin Industries offers clean label food safety solutions for dressing, sauces, and hummus applications. SHIELD® V, the newest addition to the Kemin line of food safety ingredients, delivers protection against mold spoilage while meeting consumer demand for clean and simple ingredients.