D.D. Williamson has developed a line of natural ingredients in response to consumer demand for natural products and processor demand for clean, simple labeling. Each contributes a unique flavor with consistent color.

San Joaquin Valley Concentrates (SJVC) uses an innovative, patented drying technology to produce natural colors in a crystal form.

International Dehydrated Foods, Inc. (IDF), a global leader in poultry ingredients, has updated its brand identity to align with its wellness-focused ingredient offerings, including its growing line of Concentrated Protein Chicken Powders.

Ingredion Incorporated entered an expanded distribution agreement with Desert King International—the world’s largest producer of Quillaja saponaria and Yucca schidigera products—to be the exclusive global distributor of naturally sourced foaming agents for use in food and beverage applications.

USDA officials have approved a five-fold increase in the level of tomato lycopene allowed as a colorant in ready-to-eat (RTE) meat products.

Commercial Creamery’s premium Chunkettes are made from natural cheese so they have the mouthfeel and flavor of cheese, but do not need refrigeration

GNP Company, a St. Cloud, Minn., natural chicken products manufacturer, said CEO Michael Helgeson, a third-generation leader, will retire effective November 3, 2014, Steve Jurek, current executive vice president of operations and administration, will step into the company's top leadership position of president.

While popped snacks are gaining considerable attention as one of the up-and-coming sectors of the bagged snacks market, there still appears to be some mileage in the traditional popcorn market, both in the US and Europe.

Mediterra Inc., New York, N.Y., says it is the first to introduce all-natural nutrition bars inspired by the Mediterranean Diet. The company also has named Acosta Sales & Marketing as its U.S. sales agency.

It is certainly not uncommon these days to purchase at least some natural and organic products and even occasionally shop in a specialty gourmet retailer.