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The coatings slow down the respiration and diffusion of carbon dioxide and oxygen of the produce, creating a modified atmosphere inside the fruit tissue which helps in delaying the ripening process.

In a randomized, controlled trial, researchers found that eating walnuts daily as part of a healthy diet was associated with increases in certain bacteria that can help promote health. Additionally, those changes in gut bacteria were associated with improvements in some risk factors for heart disease.  

Pollinators are essential to the production of many nutrient rich fruits, vegetables, and nuts, including almonds. In fact, every almond that is produced exists because a honey bee pollinated an almond blossom.

When it comes to counting calories, the Peanut Butter Dipped Vine-Dried Grapes are less than your traditional peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Each snack pack is 110 calories per serving and the resealable pouches are 140 calories per serving.

The average American eats 7.4 pounds of peanuts each year and peanuts are staying relevant with younger generations as the favorite nut of millennials. But what are today’s trends with peanuts on menus and how can those ideas be adapted in prepared foods? Here are three key applications ripe for exploration:

Flexitarian diets, a concept that allows consumers to change the way they are eating without being exclusive to veganism, are rising in popularity. Unlike other diets, the flexitarian diet is not restrictive; it is inclusive and flexible.

Citromax’s organic lemon groves are located in the foothills of the Andes, in a unique sub-tropical climate that creates an optimal setting for the cultivation of premium organic lemons that feature outstanding flavor and high juice content.

This acquisition expands ADM’s already significant business in Brazil. The company operates an extensive human and animal nutrition business, including an alternative protein production complex in Campo Grande.

In line with the Tommy’s philosophy of “Beyond Better for You™,” all Tommy’s veggie blends begin with whole vegetables, minimally processed, and seasoned with unique all natural, hand-crafted seasoning blends and fresh herbs.

iTi Tropicals finds that coconut water adds a very subtle yet pleasing flavor when combined with other ingredients. And coconut water can be utilized as a natural hydration source because it is comprised of five electrolytes, including potassium and sodium.