Articles by Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

Nixie introduced Classic Cola, Root Beer, and Ginger Ale sodas that are better for you, and better for the planet, demonstrating that beverages can be made with healthy ingredients and still taste good. 

Prepared Foods highlights a few examples of how the evolution in protein applications is extending across food and beverage categories.

The company has a broad and ambitious approach to expanding regenerative agriculture, working with partners spanning the value chain, connecting farmers to end customers, technology providers and technical experts.

Butter Buds Inc., a global leader in dairy and non-dairy concentrates, is showcasing its real dairy, dairy alternative and on-trend specialty ingredient solutions at the Institute of Food Technologists 2024 Annual Event and Expo (IFT FIRST), July 14-17, at McCormick Place in Chicago.

In addition to a booth on the expo floor, Elizabeth Morrow, Ph.D., principal food scientist for AHN, is presenting “Kokumi’s Untapped Potential: The Flavor Builder You Didn’t Know You Needed” on July 16 at noon in McCormick Place room S401bc.  

"Our research shows expanding the range of product choices enables us to engage new consumers who crave a selection of delicious, straightforward options crafted with wholesome ingredients," said Krystle Farlow, director of brand management for Nature's Own.

"Bob’s Signature Blends Baking Mixes are a testament to our commitment to combining the wholesome, premium ingredients we are known for with ease of use,” said Blake Issac, director of innovation marketing at Bob’s Red Mill. 

The 2024 IFIC Food & Health Survey covers a wide range of topics from farm to fork, including food production, food safety, eating patterns and diets, specific food or beverage ingredients as well as consumers’ relationship with food, purchase drivers, and trust in information sources.

Stellex’s partnership with J. Skinner will support investment into production capacity expansion, increased automation, and new product development. 

Roques brings more than three decades of experience within the international ingredients industry to this new role.