Prepared Foods links retail consumer insights to innovation in a discussion with Barbara Connors, Vice President of Commercial Insights at 84.51˚, Cincinnati.

Chia oil, one of the most powerful sustainable plant-based nutritional oils available, provides significant opportunities when it comes to food product innovation for special dietary and health needs of today’s consumers . Discover the great taste and food applications of Chia Oil—nature’s omega-3 oil.

Sponsored by Benexia

Prepared Foods Editor Bob Garrison talks with Seattle’s Emily Cruz, whose 16-year career includes roles as a chef, nutritionist, product developer and director of innovation. This wide-ranging conversation includes fruit ingredients tips for formulators; on-trend varieties; and new products, ranging from better-for-you applications to new snack and sweet-savory options.

Brought to you by Tree Top Fruit Ingredients

How does almond farming fit into the goals of climate-smart agriculture? Learn about the innovative practices enabling growers to reduce their carbon footprint, improve soil health and water holding capacity, support pollinators and more.

Sponsored by Almond Board of California