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16-Feb-2024

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MANUFACTURERS

Super Bowl ad winners and losers: Which brands came out on top?

Super Bowl advertisers that spent millions of dollars on commercials are already seeing a boost in sales, as consumers cite increased demand for Doritos Dinamita, Lindor Chocolate, Starry, Nerds, and Poppi, according to separate reports from Veylinx and Gopuff.... Read more

Eat JUST relaunches condiment line after discontinuing in 2020

The discontinuation of Eat Just Inc.'s Just Mayo and Just Ranch products in 2020, despite market success, was a strategic play to âput every bit of energy into JUST Egg,â the companyâs flagship animal-free liquid egg alternative, before relaunching the condiments again this year, Tom Rossmeissl, Eat Justâs head of global marketing, told FoodNavigator-USA.... Watch now

InnovoPro expands beyond plant-based with clean-label emulsification solutions for bakery, beverage & beyond

Israeli company InnovoPro is bringing its clean-label, chickpea protein powered solutions to the broader food and beverage industry after proving its ability to bind, blend, foam and problem-solve other common challenges within plant-based categories.... Read more

Rottenâs âgross-outâ culture branding expands appeal of better-for-you candy to consumers often overlooked by health brands

Better-for-you confection newcomer Rottenâs early distribution gains since it launched in September underscores an unmet consumer desire for candy that cuts back on sugar and artificial ingredients, but not the fun.... Watch now

Could low-sugar chocolate actually taste better?

Less is apparently more when it comes to the amount of sugar used in the creation of the perfect chocolate bar. So will manufacturers reduce the amount of sugar they use in the making of this sweet treat and will consumers welcome the change?... Read more

Valentine's Day candy trends: Chocolate remains popular, better-for-you options on the rise

This Valentine's Day, consumers are predicted to spend a record amount on sweet treats from chocolates to gummy candies, as the confectionery industry navigates supply-chain challenges and increasing demands for better-for-you indulgences.... Read more

Exclusive: Pairwise stops marketing gene-edited Conscious Greens to focus on new high-value, gene-edited crops

To continue blazing a path for gene-edited food in North America that is more convenient and nutrient-dense than conventional counterparts, food-tech startup Pairwise has decided to discontinue marketing its first CRISPR-edited product, Conscious Greens â after a successful test in retail and food service â to focus instead new product development.... Read more

Keychain eases supply chain constraints with âsearch and discoveryâ platform that matches manufacturers with production capacity with brands, retailers in need

Finding a reliable manufacturer that can meet product specifications and has production capacity that aligns with supply needs is one of the biggest challenges brands face, but a new matching platform launching today could simplify and dramatically shorten the search process.... Watch now

Justinâs new Dark Chocolate Candy Pieces emphasize ethically sourced, natural ingredients

Justinâs launch of its Dark Chocolate Candy Pieces continues the brandâs emphasis on offering clean confectionery ingredients that are USDA-certified organic, use Rainforest Alliance cocoa and are Non-GMO Project Verified, aligning with the brandâs corporate social responsibility for ethically sourced and natural ingredients, Penny Andino, VP of marketing, explained to FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more

RIND Snacks complements core business with Small Batch Organics acquisition

Fruit snack brand RIND acquired Vermont-based granola manufacturer Small Batch Organics for an undisclosed sum as part of an initiative to shore up its supply chain and expand into the private label business, Matt Weiss, co-founder and CEO, told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more

Growing old gracefully: Keto Kind and Superfrau step up to the Longevity Challenge

NestlÃ© Health Science and The Food & Nutrition Innovation Institute have announced the startup challenge winners.... Read more

Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Alibaba explores how AI can level playing field for SMEs

With the recent launch of an AI-powered Smart Assistant, leading business-to-business e-commerce platform Alibaba.com wants to help level the playing field and increase the odds of success for small and medium enterprises and solopreneurs by simplifying their sourcing and supply chain operations.... Listen now

Odyssey Elixir raises $6m to shore up inventory, expand in c-stores

Functional mushroom brand Odyssey Elixir raised $6m, which will help it keep up with inventory and expand its distribution, including in c-stores, company founder and CEO Scott Frohman told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more

AHA Heart-Check validates âbreakthrough innovationâ behind HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour

Bay State Milling Companyâs HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour joins the elite ranks of products bearing the American Heart Associationâs Heart-Check Certification â an achievement that could help unlock access to consumers interested in the health benefits of fiber and which validates the unsung innovation behind the flourâs improved nutrient density.... Read more

âMelty and gooeyâ plant-based cheese developed after 4 years of R&D: âMost on the market donât melt, just softenâ

After four years in development, Swedish dairy-free start-up Stockeld Dreamery claims to have mastered the meltability experience of cheese with plant-based ingredients.... Read more

PepsiCoâs net revenues decline first time since 2020, impacted by pricing and Quaker Oats recall

PepsiCoâs net sales declined for the first time since the start of the COVID pandemic due to lower volumes as consumers pushed back against higher prices, and supply-chain issues, the company reported Friday in its fourth quarter and 2023 full-year results.... Read more

Hershey explores cost-savings, price hikes & packaging changes to offset high cocoa, sugar costs

Hershey is launching a multi-year cost-savings strategy that will lean heavily on enhanced automation and a more efficient operating model, which could result in job cuts, to help offset historically high cocoa prices and elevated sugar costs that are expected to limit earnings growth this year.... Read more

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SUPPLIERS

Superbrewed Food partners with DÃ¶hler on postbiotic protein ingredient manufacturing

Alternative protein company Superbrewed Food inches closer to launching its first retail products as it scales production of its bacteria-based postbiotic protein through a partnership with ingredient provider DÃ¶hler, company CEO Bryan Tracy told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more

UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS

The Future of Seafood

With concerns over sustainability, climate change and evolving consumer preferences, the seafood industry is at a pivotal crossroads. In this webinar, industry experts come together to discuss the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. From sustainable fishing practices and aquaculture advancements to the promise of...

13-Mar-2024

ON-DEMAND WEBINARS

THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY: What does sustainable sourcing really mean?

Making sustainability claims and sharing progress on ESG goals â even when substantiated â can feel risky as regulators, legislators and class-action attorneys crack down on greenwashing. At the same time, consumers want to know how businesses are responsibly reinforcing supply chains and caring for...

16-Nov-2023

THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY: Safely navigate shifting sustainability expectations and claims

Sustainability claims can dramatically amplify brand reach upwards of 33 percentage points when paired with traditional category claims, according to research by the NYU Stern Center. But such claims are catching more than consumersâ eyes â regulators and class action attorneys also are scrutinizing the...

16-Nov-2023

MARKETS

Frozen foods continue serving consumersâ needs, open opportunities for brands to provide variety

Cnsumers seek frozen foods to reduce waste and as a cost-effective nutrition source, creating opportunities for brands to reimagine options for the nearly $78bn frozen food department, according to Conagra Brandsâ recent Future of Frozen Food 2024 report.... Read more

Dole celebrates 125 years of banana production with instore, digital promos all year

Creating a recognizable name in produce is no easy feat, considering the limited number of recognizable brands in the market, but Dole did it and is tapping digital and in-store promotions to celebrate its 125th Banana-versary and differentiate itself from other brands during the near year-long promotion.... Read more

Eye-watering cocoa prices put a damper on Valentineâs Day chocolate

Love may be in the air this Valentine's Day â but so is the eye-watering price of cocoa on the market, making the cost of the key ingredient in chocolate more expensive than ever, according to analysts.... Read more

Is macauba a rainforest-friendly alternative to palm oil?

Palm oil is cheap to produce in large quantities but unsustainable production methods, notably deforestation, means the bad can far outweigh the good. As a result, brands are increasingly distancing themselves from the use of irresponsible palm oil in their products. But is new kid on the block, macauba, the answer environmentalists and eco-friendly manufacturers have been looking for?... Read more

USDA pushes for more timely SNAP payments that account for a third of retail grocery sales

SNAP households are a major contributor to F&B sales, with 70% of SNAP dollars going towards food and beverages, according to Circana data, yet problems with late and inaccurate payments by states hinder access to food for the 42 million participants across the country -- prompting USDA to urge states to improve processes and reduce errors in timelines.... Read more

âInsects will be seen as normal foodâ: How industry is combatting consumer reluctance to eat insect protein

Insects are not only thought to contain at least as much protein as conventional meat, but are also more environmentally sustainable. However, their novelty on the market poses challenges in consumer acceptance. How do start-ups persuade consumers to eat them?... Read more

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Pet Food Digital Summit | 5-6 March

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