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Innovation Month

Innovation Month was created specifically for product developers as a hub providing actionable knowledge in order to stay ahead in a fast-moving marketplace. Get ready for a dynamic collection of articles, infographics, videos, podcasts and more—all curated to spotlight the ideas, ingredients and technologies driving the future of food and beverage.

]]> https://www.preparedfoods.com/rss/5984 en-us AI Accelerates Beverage Innovation roskellyn@bnpmedia.com (Nicholas Roskelly) Artificial intelligence is reshaping how beverage brands ideate, formulate and launch new products. With faster insights and smarter R&D, AI is driving the next wave of innovation in the drink aisle.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131120 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131120-ai-accelerates-beverage-innovation Upcycled Veg Brings ‘Better Beef’ to Foodservice garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) Born from chef-driven innovation and years of field testing, the Spare Burger delivers full beef flavor with a lighter environmental footprint. Early adopters say the upcycled blend is helping meet health, sustainability and operational goals—without compromise.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131110 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131110-upcycled-veg-brings-better-beef-to-foodservice Marzetti Cracks the Code on Gluten-Free Toast garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) Marzetti’s R&D team reinvented gluten-free baking with a dough-based method that proofs and rises like real bread. The result: Texas Toast with the texture and taste consumers “can’t believe is gluten-free.”

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131109 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131109-marzetti-cracks-the-code-on-gluten-free-toast Sargento Ages Innovation with Natural American Cheese garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) After more than 10 years of experimentation and technical refinement, Sargento has unveiled a natural version of American cheese that melts and tastes like the classic. The launch highlights how patient R&D and process innovation can reshape a traditional category.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131103 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131103-sargento-ages-innovation-with-natural-american-cheese Floura Turns Fruit Waste Into Functional Fiber garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) Known for redefining ice cream, Jeni Britton now brings her creative spirit to gut health with Floura Fruit Crush Bars. Made from upcycled melon and tropical fruit rinds, the bars deliver delicious sustainability with a diverse fiber boost.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131102 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131102-floura-turns-fruit-waste-into-functional-fiber Pop Oats Brings Crunch to the Oat Aisle federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder , RDN) Pop Oats transforms the humble oat into a craveable, crunchy snack that goes far beyond breakfast. With USDA-backed innovation, the brand aims to launch oats into the snacking universe.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131101 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131101-pop-oats-brings-crunch-to-the-oat-aisle Jurgielewicz & Son Wins Innovation Honors for Duck Carnitas garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) Joe Jurgielewicz & Son earned Prepared Foods’ Spirit of Innovation award for its fully cooked Duck Carnitas, designed to bring authentic flavor and kitchen efficiency to foodservice. The shredded, seasoned duck offers chefs a versatile, premium protein for creative menu applications.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131086 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131086-jurgielewicz-and-son-wins-innovation-honors-for-duck-carnitas Fermenting a First: How Fermenteria Brewed a Better Buzz federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder , RDN) From a single sip in Nicaragua to a full-scale brewery in Texas, Fermenteria’s founders reimagined fermentation with both hard and alcohol-free kefirs. The result? A bright, bubbly drink built on passion, persistence, and probiotic innovation.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131085 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131085-fermenting-a-first-how-fermenteria-brewed-a-better-buzz Eli’s S’Mores Cheesecake Fires Up Food Innovation garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) What happens when four T’s—trends, technology, taste, and texture—come together in dessert form? Eli’s S’Mores Cheesecake transforms campfire nostalgia into an award-winning indulgence that’s as smart as it is sweet.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131069 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131069-elis-smores-cheesecake-fires-up-food-innovation Sous Vide Meets Southern Comfort: Biscuits & Gravy Reinvented garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) What happens when culinary creativity and food science collide? For Cuisine Solutions, it meant transforming one of breakfast’s messiest favorites into a handheld, protein-packed success story now heating up Costco shelves.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131068 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131068-sous-vide-meets-southern-comfort-biscuits-and-gravy-reinvented Ajinomoto Turns Trend Insight Into Innovation garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) By blending consumer insight with culinary creativity, Ajinomoto transforms an emerging menu trend into an award-winning product. The result: a craveable, on-the-go snack that delivers comfort, texture, and cross-cultural flavor appeal.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131067 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131067-ajinomoto-turns-trend-insight-into-innovation Prepared Foods Honors 2025 Spirit of Innovation Award Winners garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) Prepared Foods’ 2025 Spirit of Innovation Awards recognize excellence in new product development across retail, foodservice, and alternative channels. From authentic flavors to functional benefits, this year’s winners exemplify how trend insight, creativity, and collaboration drive industry innovation.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131066 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131066-prepared-foods-honors-2025-spirit-of-innovation-award-winners Smart Packaging Leads the Next Wave of Food and Beverage Innovation From freshness sensors to connected labels, smart packaging is becoming an essential tool for R&D teams. Explore how these innovations improve safety, reduce waste, and drive brand trust.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131095 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131095-smart-packaging-leads-the-next-wave-of-food-and-beverage-innovation Tea Brands Brew Up Wellness and Innovation Tea innovation continues to flourish with functional benefits, lower sugar and mindful sourcing. From Yogi’s wellness concentrates to Milo’s growth push and Celestial’s anytime offerings, brands are steeping wellness into every cup.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131055 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131055-tea-brands-brew-up-wellness-and-innovation Brands Brew Up New Coffee Innovations Coffee innovation continues to heat up as brands blend protein, mushrooms and better-for-you ingredients into the cold and ready-to-drink space. From Bulletproof’s High Protein Iced Coffee to Daily Harvest’s cleaner PSL, functionality meets flavor in every sip.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131054 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131054-brands-brew-up-new-coffee-innovations Innovation: The Why Behind the Buy Great innovators look beyond trends to uncover the deeper “why” behind consumer behavior. At SRG, that means blending cultural immersion, emotional insight and AI-powered tools to turn inspiration into lasting impact.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131048 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131048-innovation-the-why-behind-the-buy Not Your Parent's AI federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder , RDN) AI leverages extensive datasets to transform food innovation

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131058 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131058-not-your-parents-ai Five Ways to Jumpstart Food & Beverage Innovation http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131047 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131047-five-ways-to-jumpstart-food-and-beverage-innovation Three Ways to Build a Stronger Edge in 2026 Innovation In an era of data overload, real advantage comes from clarity, not volume. By spotting trends early, uncovering the details that drive them, and integrating teams from insight to execution, brands can innovate faster and smarter in 2026.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131046 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131046-three-ways-to-build-a-stronger-edge-in-2026-innovation Rethinking Innovation: The Power of Revisiting 'Old' Ideas In a landscape where most new launches fail, innovation doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. By revisiting past ideas with fresh data and intent, brands can uncover faster, lower-risk paths to growth and renewed relevance.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131033 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131033-rethinking-innovation-the-power-of-revisiting-old-ideas Functional Fungi Fuel Next Wave of Food Innovation luann.williams@innovami.com (Lu Ann Williams) As consumers seek mental wellness and sustainable nutrition, brands are turning to these versatile ingredients for their functional and sensory appeal.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131024 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131024-functional-fungi-fuel-next-wave-of-food-innovation Five Shifts Defining Food and Beverage Success in 2026 mario@illuminategrowth.net (Mario DiFalco) As 2026 approaches, food and beverage brands face rising pressure from inflation, tariffs, and tightening competition. Discover five decisive shifts that can help your brand move faster, think clearer, and lead with confidence.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131023 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131023-five-shifts-defining-food-and-beverage-success-in-2026 Formulating the Future of Sweet: Solving Sugar’s Replacement Puzzle federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder , RDN) Replacing sugar isn’t just about cutting calories—it’s about replicating sweetness, texture, color, and mouthfeel. Experts highlight how allulose, erythritol, stevia, and tagatose are redefining sugar reduction, offering clean-label solutions that bridge indulgence and health.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131030 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131030-formulating-the-future-of-sweet-solving-sugars-replacement-puzzle Introducing Innovation Month: A Deep Dive into the Future of Food & Beverage The next wave of food innovation is here. Dive into the ideas, ingredients and strategies that will define what’s next for R&D, brands and product developers. Join the movement and explore Innovation Month.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131011 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131011-introducing-innovation-month-a-deep-dive-into-the-future-of-food-and-beverage