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The food manufacturing world is watching an unprecedented reality unfold during the COVID-19 pandemic. Major shifts in demand, distribution, sales and supply chain have some companies scrambling to respond to significant disruptions to the status quo.

The Global Prebiotic Association (GPA), the international trade association representing prebiotic manufacturers, brands and allied partners, announced that FrieslandCampina Ingredients has joined the organization at the Member level.

Prepared Foods showcases new prepared vegetables and fruit products debuting in May 2020.

AgriCoat-NatureSeal Ltd. (Berkshire, UK), a subsidiary of Mantrose-Haeuser Co., Inc., has introduced Semperfresh® 1.9, an advanced edible coating used to extend shelf life, maintain quality and preserve the freshness of a wide range of whole fruits and vegetables.  

Following extensive research, Symrise has released its report on the 2020 Top Flavor Trends for North America. This annual study is the product of surveys, interviews, conversations with top chefs, top pastry chefs and mixologists. It also reflects observations from food treks to restaurants, bars and shops.

Aleph Farms, Ltd., announced its new sustainability strategy: to eliminate emissions associated with its meat production by 2025 and reach the same net-zero emissions across its entire supply chain by 2030.

Wixon announced two new hires for its industrial ingredients division—Rob Kerfin for a newly created position of business development manager and Lori Paslaski, for a sales position focusing on Midwestern states. Both positions will report to Terry Yakes, the division’s director of sales.

AIDP, Inc. announced the addition of Daniel Warzinski as a sales account manager for the northeast. Warzinski previously held various industry positions for the past 10 years and has expertise in both selling to the dietary supplement and sports nutrition markets.

Producing safe food is non-negotiable. This is particularly true for gluten-free foods intended for the approximately 3.2 million Americans with celiac disease, for whom trace amounts of gluten can cause debilitating health problems. 

With more than three out of four consumers worldwide claiming to read ingredient labels, it has become critical that food and beverage manufacturers offer clean-label products consumers can trust.