Almonds

Almonds Power Global Growth in Consumer Product Categories

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September 16, 2020

Prepared Foods invites you to learn why almonds are a popular ingredient in consumer products globally.

KIND to Source Almonds from Bee-Friendly Farms by 2025

Global commitment seeks to grow the marketplace of bee-friendly almonds, protecting pollinators by significantly increasing habitat and eliminating specific pesticides

September 8, 2020

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KIND Healthy Snacks (KIND) announced its commitment to become the first snack company to exclusively source its almonds from bee-friendly farmland across the globe by 2025.

ParmCrisps Snack Mix

The new protein-packed, keto snack mix contains almonds, pistachios and cashews

September 4, 2020

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ParmCrisps launched its newest product innovation, ParmCrisps Snack Mix. The Snack Mix contains Original ParmCrisps, almonds, pistachios and cashews and will be available in coveted flavors with premium seasonings like Ranch and Smoky Barbeque.

Nature’s Eats Almond Flour Innovation

Demand for almond flour is credited to consumer interest in paleo, keto, and gluten-free diets

August 14, 2020

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Nature’s Eats, a privately held, family-owned brand of Texas Star Nut & Food Company, announced launch plans for a new almond flour that performs, bakes and rises similar to traditional all purpose flour. The advanced baking formulation will be a first of its kind on the market as demand for almond flour skyrockets and consumers seek healthier cooking options.

Fruits and Nuts in Their Many Forms Have Applications in All Sectors of the Food Industry

Food scientists should be aware of the unique processed versions of fruits and nuts and the applications in which they work best

Rachel Zemser MS, CCS

July 29, 2020

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From sweet pastry fillings to savory almond-and-rice mixes, food scientists should be aware of all the unique processed versions of fruits and nuts and the applications that they work best in. Handling these often delicate ingredients with care will ensure optimal presentation as well as safety and flavor quality for the duration of that application’s shelf life.

Almond Board of California: Nuts for Almonds & Chocolate

Four out of five global consumers say chocolate is either their number one favorite snack or one of their favorites, and almonds have been the number one ingredient in global consumers’ ideal chocolate products since 2008

July 27, 2020

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Consumer demand for products offering both indulgence and health, unexpected ingredient pairings, and an emphasis on textures influenced recipes like a luxurious Aztec Almond Hot Chocolate, Almond Candied Orange & Coconut Mendiant, Almond Goji Berry Chocolate Bonbons and Almond Coriander Praline Truffles.

California's Almond Industry and the Buzz Around Sustainability

California's almond industry documents its sustainability journey—involving everything from water use to bee protection measures

June 26, 2020

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As consumers are increasingly interested in sustainability and the environmental footprint of the foods they eat, the Almond Board of California (ABC) recognizes that it's important for manufacturers to be able to report on and communicate about their supply chain sustainability.

Blue Diamond Almond Protein Powder

Blue Diamond Almond Protein Powder is available in three flavors – Dark Chocolate, Vanilla, and Unsweetened

February 5, 2020

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Each serving of Blue Diamond Almond Protein Powder has 20g of protein, and is made with 100% pure almond protein, five simple ingredients or less, no artificial flavors, and no added sugar.

Almond Forms for Every Function

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January 23, 2020

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Prepared Foods invites you to learn about the versatility of California almonds and the endless application techniques to achieve various texture and flavors in product development.

California Almond Community Creates Pollinator Protection Program

Pollinator Partnership's Bee Friendly Farming program engages farmers in the promotion of pollinator health on their lands

January 15, 2020

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Pollinators are essential to the production of many nutrient rich fruits, vegetables, and nuts, including almonds. In fact, every almond that is produced exists because a honey bee pollinated an almond blossom.

Prepared Foods is talking new products and honoring nine food and beverage companies for their excellence in consumer insights, R&D teamwork, cross-functional execution and overall innovation. This year we’ll highlight six category winners (pictured below) and three additional honorable mentions in Prepared Foods’ 18th annual Spirit of Innovation Awards (SOI) Ceremony

During this webinar, we will introduce new patent-pending, acidulant-based technologies that help bakers develop products that deliver on consumer demands while reducing cost-in-use.