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Ultra-processed foods have become one of the most debated topics in the food industry, with regulators, consumers and manufacturers weighing their implications. As a federal definition takes shape, companies are evaluating how potential labeling requirements could affect formulation, nutrition messaging and consumer perception.

The campaign against ultra-processed foods continues to gain momentum, but the term itself remains scientifically and legally undefined. As regulators consider formal definitions and consumers grow increasingly wary of processing, food manufacturers must navigate a complex landscape where perception, nutrition science and policy do not always align.

Hormel Foods has agreed to sell its whole-bird turkey business to Life-Science Innovations, with the deal expected to close by the end of fiscal Q2 2026. The company said the move supports its strategy to reduce exposure to commodity-driven operations and expand value-added proteins.

Charcuterie Artisans has unveiled a new Innovation Center designed to help brands and retailers develop, scale and differentiate charcuterie offerings. Backed by a $12 million investment, the expansion positions the company to meet rising US demand for premium, story-driven meats across retail and foodservice.

San Francisco has filed a lawsuit against leading food manufacturers, alleging deceptive practices and public health harms tied to ultra-processed foods. The action signals increased attention to processing methods and ingredient strategies that may influence future expectations for product developers.

The all-in-one instrument optimizes lab space. It features a built-in thermostat, and a PC with MetaBridge software and touchscreen. Its upward-lifting stretching column reduces instrument depth for flexible lab placement and prevents blockage of storage spaces or walkways.

The global market for industrial food ingredients was valued at $335.32 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach approximately $511.33 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%.

The first phase consisted of renovating approximately 20,000sq-ft of the plant to double its current capacity to produce Minute® ready-to-serve rice cups.

White River Soy Processing, LLC (White River), a developer and operator of oilseed processing plants in the US, announced that it purchased Benson Hill Ingredients, LLC, which operates an established food grade soybean processing facility in Creston, Iowa, from Benson Hill, Inc.

The facility allows Imagindairy access to production at more than 100,000 liters of fermentation capacity, with planned capacity expansion to triple this volume in the next one to two years.