Vegetables news

• FDA offers guidance on how to determine fiber status of prebiotic ingredients

  07-12-2016 17:20 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  In a recently issued draft guidance, the Food and Drug Administration has shed more light on the process of determining what’s a fiber and what might not be—information that could be of critical importance for the marketers of prebiotics.
  
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• La Colombe introduces new RTD Draft Lattes and brand redesign

  16-04-2024 15:35 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  La Colombeâs new RTD Draft Lattes use the same technology as its draft lattes in its cafes to deliver the same velvety foam finish in five flavors, in addition to three plant-based formats, which are all part of the brandâs new redesign.
  
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• Nosh.bio sidesteps many challenges constraining alt-protein with a versatile mycoprotein and ‘minimal, scalable’ fermentation process

  16-04-2024 15:14 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  Berlin-based food-tech startup Nosh.bio is overcoming capacity constraints that have hampered other fermentation-derived alternative protein players by developing a proprietary production process that is âminimal, scalable and sustainableâ and by teaming with unexpected partners â including beer breweries and big-name meat producers.
  
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• Consumers are dedicated to improving health and wellness, grapple with cost of better-for-you products, Nutiani finds

  16-04-2024 15:03 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  The premium price associated with better-for-you products might be a purchase barrier for consumers, almost half (41%) of whom say these products cost too much, according to data from Nutiani's global trend report.
  
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• How to accelerate your startup journey in a crowded marketplace

  16-04-2024 14:51 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  BeyondSKU Accelerator is calling for innovative New Yorkers to join its upcoming cohort. Do you have what it takes?
  
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• How PepsiCo is sequestering the water from its potato chips to combat the water crisis, and other interesting innovations

  16-04-2024 14:50 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  More than two billion people lack access to safe drinking water services around the world, which is why good corporate water stewardship is imperative. But the global snack giant is stepping up with some industry-leading tech, including one that uses the water found in potatoes. We find out more.
  
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• Serenity Kids on creating global cuisines for the next generation of foodies

  15-04-2024 16:40 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  With an infusion of $52m in Series B funding closed last month, Serenity Kids will drive growth and innovation to provide diverse, nutritious baby food inspired by global cuisine.
  
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• Consumers trade down to save on meat, plant-based still struggles on taste, texture, 84.51˚ reports

  15-04-2024 16:08 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Consumers are buying less expensive cuts of meat and buying more meat on sale as food prices driven up by inflation remain high, market research firm 84.51˚ shared in its latest consumer report, which also detailed shopper trends for plant-based alternatives.
  
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• The Future of Protein Production Chicago takes ‘temperature’ of alt protein investments, regulations

  15-04-2024 15:44 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  As the alternative protein industry continues to wade through challenging macroeconomics, the sector might have reasons to be more optimistic in 2024, with investment activity picking up and more companies obtaining commercial approval across the globe, Sebastian Sbuttoni, co-founder and conference director of The Future of Protein Production, told FoodNavigator-USA.
  
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• Take Control Now of Brown Rot In Stone Fruit Crops

  15-04-2024 15:21 via growingproduce.com
  
  Between resistance and restrictions, fine-tuning a fungicide program grows in importance.The post Take Control Now of Brown Rot In Stone Fruit Crops appeared first on Growing Produce.
  
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• Soup-to-Nuts Podcast: What will it take to reinvigorate innovation in packaged food?

  15-04-2024 15:08 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Meaningful innovation in the consumer packaged goods industry has ground nearly to a halt post-pandemic for all but an âelite 20%â of companies, according to the Boston Consulting Groupâs latest Build for the Future Survey, which analyzes insights from more than 1,000 C-suite executives, including from 68 CPG companies, about their ability to harness their âinnovation visionâ to accelerate growth, enhance operations and compete effectively.
  
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• FDA’s ‘no questions’ letter for Oobli’s sweet protein opens doors for international expansion

  15-04-2024 14:37 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  FDAâs recent acknowledgement that low-sugar tea and chocolate maker Oobliâs novel sweet protein sourced from the Oubli fruit and produced via precision fermentation is Generally Recognized As Safe will grease the rails for the California-based company to expand internationally, CEO Ali Wing told FoodNavigator-USA.
  
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• Do non-sugar sweeteners make people hungrier?

  15-04-2024 10:39 via foodnavigator.com
  
  This is the question posed by researchers, who also wanted to find out whether swapping out sugar for artificial and natural sweeteners reduces blood sugar levels.
  
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• Excitement Builds for Inaugural CEAg World Conference and Expo

  13-04-2024 14:24 via growingproduce.com
  
  Meister Media Worldwide launches its new diversified business venture in the controlled environment agriculture industry event space.
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• Great Lettuce Varieties You’ll Want To Grow in 2024

  12-04-2024 16:28 via growingproduce.com
  
  Compare the production strengths of these top varieties to find the best fit for your operation.
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• SHICKEN fuels US expansion with $5.3m investment from Veg Capital

  12-04-2024 16:02 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Plant-based chicken manufacturer SHICKEN is using a recent investment from venture-capital firm Veg Capital to expand into the US, brand Co-founder and CEO Parm Bains told FoodNavigator-USA.
  
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• SkinnyDipped 'glows up' with new rebrand, upcoming nut butter launch

  12-04-2024 15:48 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Sweet and salty better-for-you almond mix brand SkinnyDipped featured its latest snack flavors, upcoming nut butter line and brand redesign at Natural Products Expo West last month.
  
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• New California Citrus Breeding Program on the Grow With Funding

  12-04-2024 14:43 via growingproduce.com
  
  The program will now receive $1.5 million in federal funds thanks to Congressional approval.
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• What It Takes To Design Efficient Indoor Farms For Optimal Crop Growth

  11-04-2024 18:25 via growingproduce.com
  
  Technology is pivotal, from advanced lighting that mimics natural sunlight to automated systems for precise nutrient delivery and climate control.The post What It Takes To Design Efficient Indoor Farms For Optimal Crop Growth appeared first on Growing Produce.
  
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• A traceable seafood industry requires a globalized effort for standardized data collection

  11-04-2024 15:44 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  The seafood needs coordinated data collection and standardization to reduce the risk of illegal, unregulated and unrecorded seafood, explained Sara Bratager, food traceability and food safety scientist at the Global Food Traceability Center (GFTC) at the Institute of Food Technologists.
  
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• DEUX founder discusses ‘year of retail,’ growing with Sprouts, Target

  11-04-2024 15:34 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  Better-for you sweet snack brand DEUX is making 2024 âa year of retail" with its recent expansion in Sprouts, while tapping into larger permissible indulgent trends, brand Founder and CEO Sabeena Ladha shared with FoodNavigator-USA during a Startup Spotlight interview.
  
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• Hydrocolloid market reaches ‘better equilibrium,’ but threats loom on horizon

  11-04-2024 15:01 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  The market for functional hydrocolloids used in foods is stabilizing after a âchallenging couple of years,â in which supply chain disruptions during the pandemic triggered selective price hikes and a subsequent drop as food manufacturers scaled back purchases, according to industry experts.
  
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• Cargill explores cocoa and nut-free vegan confectionery

  11-04-2024 14:43 via confectionerynews.com
  
  Global cocoa and ingredients company Cargill has announced a new commercial partnership with Voyage Foods to produce alternatives to cocoa-based products and nut spreads without using cocoa, peanuts, and hazelnuts.
  
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• Food and beverage start-ups: How to succeed where others fail

  11-04-2024 10:16 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Starting a new business is an enormous challenge and takes a huge amount of courage. So what can you do to give yourself the best chance of succeeding?
  
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• Working Nights Made Easy for This Sweet Corn Grower

  10-04-2024 17:24 via growingproduce.com
  
  Chuck Mohler loves running his farm equipment, even after the sun goes down.
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• PLANTSTRONG Foods finds whitespace for fortified plant-based milk, launches product in Whole Foods

  10-04-2024 16:42 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  PLANTSTRONG Foods is fcreating plant-based milk with fortified nutrients to differentiate in the category as the company aggressively grows its direct-to-consumer (DTC) channel.
  
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• Hain Celestial sells Thinsters to J&J Snacks, downplays further divestitures

  10-04-2024 16:24 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Hain Celestial sold cookie brand Thinsters to J&J Snack Foods for an undisclosed amount in an all-cash deal announced this week as part of the its overarching growth strategy.
  
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• Rahm Roast’s proprietary rinsing solution improves coffee bean quality

  10-04-2024 16:11 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Rahm Roast takes an extra step to ensure a clean label for its single-origin, Guatamalan coffee beans through a patented double cleaning process to remove mold and toxins, company President Duqeusne Cook explained to FoodNavigator-USA.
  
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• USDA finalizes modern WIC program, secures additional $1bn in funding

  10-04-2024 16:06 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  A wider range of packaged foods, including canned fish, canned beans and some plant-based dairy, could qualify for reimbursement under the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) following an update by the US Department of Agricultureâs Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), announced this week.
  
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• Miss Florida Citrus 2024 Alana Scheuerer Embraces Special Honor

  10-04-2024 14:53 via growingproduce.com
  
  The Miss Florida Citrus Program is celebrating a momentous milestone this year. Get to know the latest winner.
  The post Miss Florida Citrus 2024 Alana Scheuerer Embraces Special Honor appeared first on Growing Produce.
  
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