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Rodale Institute Launches Research Endowment

New Hirshberg fund supports long-term scientific leadership in organic agriculture

February 16, 2026

Rodale Institute has announced the Hirshberg Research Endowment Fund to provide permanent support for its chief scientific officer and research priorities. The fund aims to strengthen long-term innovation, scientific integrity and growth across the organic agriculture sector.

Imbibe Launches Epicurated, a Flavor Trend and Insight Presentation Series

The series was developed to help brands identify the best flavors for their applications

Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

May 15, 2024

Epicurated provides unique and compelling perspectives and consists of four topics released quarterly throughout 2024 including Gen Alpha, Food Service, Sports Nutrition, and Alcohol-inspired. Spotlighting ten flavors per release, these presentations provide insight into consumer behaviors and flavor trends, named thematically.

Keurig Dr Pepper Names New R&D Leadership

Dr. Karin Rotem-Wildeman to take on role as chief research & development officer

December 6, 2022

Rotem-Wildeman will lead product development, packaging innovation, flavor technology and associated R&D capabilities. She succeeds David Thomas, who is retiring from KDP after 16 years with the company, as previously announced.

Mars Breaks Ground on Global Research and Development Hub in Chicago

Chicago to become largest innovation hub in the world for the global snacks and treats maker

June 21, 2022

Mars Wrigley broke ground on a new, best-in-class, global research and development hub adjacent to the company's existing Global Innovation Center on Goose Island. Leaders from Mars as well as key Chicago stakeholders, including Michael Fassnacht, CEO, World Business Chicago, and Alderman Walter Burnett Jr., gathered together to commemorate the milestone for the company.

High-Powered Ingredients

New “Ingredients by Imbibe” unit offers proven solutions in stevia, sensory appeal

April 8, 2021

Imbibe introduces “Ingredients by Imbibe,” a new platform that offers the company’s high performing ingredients to external R&D teams. Imbibe’s ingredient portfolio includes The Senses™, a suite of taste solutions that address common product attribute complaints through flavor modulation, masking and mouthfeel optimization; and Pre/Sense™ Stevia.

Imbibe: Better Beverages

Imbibe expands taste modulation team, increases R&D capabilities

January 29, 2020

In 2016, Imbibe responded to industry megatrends around clean label and sugar reduction by forming a team that has been solely focused on exploring new ingredient technologies from suppliers across the industry.

Nestlé Health Science Opens Global R&D Center

New Jersey facility is the lead Product Technology Center for Nestlé Health Science globally

January 22, 2019

The Nestlé Product Technology Center in Bridgewater is the lead Product Technology Center for Nestlé Health Science globally, part of a strong network of R&D centers that drive Nestlé Health Science’s mission to empower healthier lives through nutrition.

SternMaid America: R&D, Co-Pack Partner

SternMaid America provides customized outsourcing solutions for powdered food ingredients, functional foods and dietary supplements

May 4, 2018

With an area of more than 21,000 square feet, the most modern Stern-Technology Center concentrates the group’s research and product development under one roof. The companies’ own scientists, technologists and engineers in the fields of dairy, meat and bakery products, deli foods, sweets and others are familiar with market demands and challenges. Customers benefit from the comprehensive fund of technical know-how within the global group and tailor-made solutions offered locally for numerous food applications.

Beyond Meat to Construct R&D Center

The new facility will house more than 100 employees, and is the new home to Beyond Meat’s Manhattan Beach Project

February 2, 2018

The center is seven-times the size of the existing facilities and will serve as the foundation of Beyond Meat’s commitment to innovation through accelerated experimentation, learnings, and progress toward the goal of building plant-based meat that is indistinguishable from its animal-based equivalent.

DuPont Announces Agreement with FMC

The transaction includes consideration to DuPont of $1.6 billion to reflect the difference in the value of the assets, including cash of $1.2 billion and working capital of $425 million

March 31, 2017

The transaction includes consideration to DuPont of $1.6 billion to reflect the difference in the value of the assets, including cash of $1.2 billion and working capital of $425 million.

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Rodale Institute Launches Research Endowment

Imbibe Launches Epicurated, a Flavor Trend and Insight Presentation Series

Keurig Dr Pepper Names New R&D Leadership

Mars Breaks Ground on Global Research and Development Hub in Chicago

High-Powered Ingredients

Imbibe: Better Beverages

Nestlé Health Science Opens Global R&D Center

SternMaid America: R&D, Co-Pack Partner

Beyond Meat to Construct R&D Center

DuPont Announces Agreement with FMC

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