Purely Elizabeth launched 5 Grain + Seed Oatmeal Single Serve Packets. A portioned breakfast staple, the product is an oatmeal made with plant-based protein (pea + chickpea protein, chia, and flax).

In 2021, trends toward health and plant-based foods are driving product developers to formulate a wave of new products with grains and seeds. According to Innova Market Insights, grain product launches had a 7% average annual growth rate in the period from 2014 to 2018.

Nature’s One®, introduced Baby’s Only® Quinoa & Oat Cereal to its family of organic nutrition products. A wholesome, nutritious infant cereal option, Quinoa & Oat Cereal is made using only two organic ingredients: ancient grain quinoa and whole grain oats - both grains are naturally gluten free.

Olam Superfoods, a leading supplier of processed quinoa and chia and part of Olam Food Ingredients, has produced its first sustainability report, outlining progress on positive impact created for farmers and communities in Peru. 

Ingredion Incorporated announced a new addition to its growing range of plant-based proteins: HOMECRAFT® Quinoa 112 flour. The new flour is being introduced in the US and Canada, with other regions to follow.

Path of Life, makers of frozen quinoa, rice and veggie blends is ready to go beyond the frozen side category. In order to create innovative new product lines, the Live Simple brand announced its preferred partnerships with two product development firms – Artisan Row and Brisan Group.

Crispy Cocomels Bites are organic, non-GMO, vegan-friendly and crafted without dairy, gluten, cholesterol or corn syrup. Crispy Chocolate-Covered Bites will be available in 3.5oz sharing packs.

Ingredion Incorporated, a leading global provider of ingredient solutions to the food manufacturing industry, announced that it has entered into an exclusive commercial agreement with Northern Quinoa Production Corporation to globally distribute and market NorQuin's quinoa flours, which will be grown and milled in the Canadian plains.

Furmano’s, a leading family-owned producer of superior quality beans, tomatoes and vegetables, is adding a new product category to its roster: Fully Cooked Ancient Grains in shelf-stable foodservice pouches.