While 85% of consumers say rising inflation has had an impact on the way they shop overall, there are areas in which they are not willing to compromise. Today’s brands are being pushed to be different, accessible, and to seem premium and/or customized—all while driving cost savings for their own operations.
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.
The Justin's and Applegate brand teams highlighted the latest innovations and new products at Natural Products Expo West
March 20, 2023
Hormel Foods global impact and innovation team members attended the conference's climate day, where over 50 environmental and sustainability experts presented on topics such as regenerative agriculture, traceable supply chain and sustainable trends in the food industry.
Younger consumers are more likely to engage with new products featuring sustainability claims
March 17, 2023
Modern consumers are adopting sustainable food and beverage products at an increased rate, while younger generations of shoppers, in particular, have gravitated toward sustainable options.
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.
Experts examine the big picture for 2023 and examine how natural and organic product trends will evolve
March 8, 2023
The majority of the trends focus on sustainability, which is proving to be the primary motivator for many new and emerging entrepreneurs, a key factor in corporate commitments and an important “why” behind radical transparency and impact assessments.
Manufacturers and brands work to harness technology, reduce waste and introduce more planet-friendly packaging to deliver eco-friendly alternatives
February 23, 2023
Key industry players are focusing on reducing food waste by about 50% through the adoption of several methods to extend the shelf-life of food. Top companies are paying strict regulations on food waste. FDA supports the food industry regarding food safety, packaged foods, and clean labeling. In the coming period, food manufacturers are likely to develop smart technology that may reduce the wastage of food items.
Crush Dynamics, Purdys Chocolatier to demonstrate innovation among global food and beverage leaders at Future Food-Tech Summit
February 21, 2023
The ingredient was developed using a patented fermentation process on grape derivatives and allows food manufacturers to reduce sugar and sodium while enhancing flavor and increasing shelf-life across many different food and beverage applications.
Accounting for 20.67% of US consumers and nearly one-third of the global population, Gen Z’s economic power is the fastest growing across all generations
February 15, 2023
Gen Z is the most racially and ethnically diverse generation, too. According to Pew Research, Gen Z represents the leading edge of the country’s changing racial and ethnic makeup – with 52% non-Hispanic White, 25% Hispanic, 14% Black, 6% Asian and 5% a different race or two or more races. The US Census Bureau projects that by 2026, the majority of this generation will be non-White.
Wasted food is a major drain on business and on the planet. Shelf Engine, a perishable food forecasting specialist, estimates that supermarkets alone discard more than 43 billion pounds of food each year and that excessive food waste costs the grocery industry more than $50 billion in lost profits annually.