When it comes to formulating sweet and salty snacks, a huge challenge is that of matching the vibrancy, versatility, and stability of synthetic food colorants. “The sensitivity of natural compounds to various stressors within the system causes them to be difficult to depend on and use effectively,” explains Ryan Erwin, food chemist and Innovation Manager for Fresca Foods, Inc.

The Firmament Group, a provider of tailored debt and equity capital solutions to small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), announced an investment in Citrus Extracts, LLC.

Historically, bakery product developers’ main goal when selecting appropriate leaveners for a specific application was simply to attain a specific desired outcome every single time. Consistency mattered.

Innophos, a global leader in leavening agents for the bakery industry, announced the release of its latest product addition to the LEVAIR® baking portfolio. New LEVAIR® Select is a non-aluminum based* alternative to traditional sodium aluminum phosphate (SALP).

Innophos returns as a presenter at the American Society of Baking’s (ASB) Annual BakingTECH Event and Expo from February 27 – 29, 2024 at the Hilton Chicago. BakingTECH is one of the largest events of its kind bringing together thousands of attendees, including scientists, food professionals, and exhibiting companies from around the globe.

Bascom Maple Farms, the trusted source and supplier of 100% pure and organic maple syrup and maple sugar, invites attendees to visit the Bascom booth #S2559 during the Institute of Food Technologists 2023 Annual Event and Expo (IFT FIRST), July 17-19, at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Ingredion Incorporated used SupplySide West 2023 to showcase its Kerr by Ingredion portfolio of fruit- and vegetable-based juices, purees, concentrates, essences, distillates and custom formulations (from both conventional and organic sources). 

The 3M Clean & Protect Certified Badge Program is a comprehensive system for cleaning, monitoring and protecting facilities.

The Pharmafill NB1 neck bander features a clear safety door to protect workers from contact with the operating mechanism and allow constant visual monitoring, while safeguarding the shrink bands and machine internals from contamination.

Ingredion Incorporated announced that its Kerr by Ingredion division will offer a selection of products from its fruit and vegetable portfolio that are Upcycled Certified. 

Functional food company So Good So You launched its first formulation powered by adaptogenic mushrooms. Immunity Blueberry Clementine includes organic Shiitake, Maitake and Reishi mushrooms and provides 100% of an adult's recommended daily value of Vitamin D3.

According to Mintel’s 2023 US Energy Drinks report, total energy drink and energy shot sales increased by 14% from 2021 to 2022.

The protein trend has promised to continue at a steady pace, with interest in, and consumption of, plant proteins increasing at record levels. This is due in large part to the rapid expansion in consumer demand for meat, dairy, and seafood analogs. But alongside the growth in protein as a whole ingredient, the various parts that make up a protein molecule are not being ignored. 

CSE’s canned Clear Protein is light and juicy with a fruity-fresh twist, while containing 20g of lactose-free whey isolate protein per can.   

Aware that consumers prioritize clean, accessible and convenient ways to up protein intake and energy, Clean Simple Eats has crafted the a solution. Designed for those who value transparency in their nutrition choices, these beverages offer a refreshing approach to fitness fuel. 

The formula has effectively relieved brain fog, helped combat daily fatigue and muscle weakness, and with 100% transparent full ingredient labeling, including how much to take.

Mineral expert Omya used Fi/Hi Europe to showcase a range of natural ingredients that address processing challenges while also offering health benefits.

American Key Food Products now offers Native Waxy Potato Starch and Pregelatinized Native Waxy Potato Starch to the North American food industry.  Made in Germany, these starches contain very high levels—over 99%—of amylopectin, which contribute to higher quality end products, such as fruit fillings, baked goods, soups and sauces, salad dressings, condiments, snacks, meat alternatives, and others.

Sourced from AKFP’s Asian production partner, native waxy tapioca starch is a gluten-free, clean-label, non-GMO ingredient high in amylopectin, that possesses a unique combination of functionalities which make it an effective stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier.

CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions, announces today that its NUTRAVA® Citrus Fiber has been certified as an upcycled ingredient by the Upcycled Food Association. 

Ingredion Incorporated’s new NOVATION® Indulge 2940 starch expands the company’s line of clean label texturizers. New NOVATION® Indulge 2940 is the first non-GMO functional native corn starch that provides a unique texture for gelling and co-texturizing for popular dairy and alternative dairy products and desserts. 

Come and (re)discover Nexira’s deep commitment to sourcing, all the technological properties of acacia gum and locust bean gum, the nutritional benefits of prebiotic acacia fiber as well as its latest launch: a new combination of acacia and carob fibers.

The launch of the new ice cream – with the company’s name on the labels -- demonstrates PureCircle’s confidence in the great taste of its next generation non-GMO stevia sweeteners.  They are an important break-through. The capabilities of these sweeteners and the company’s unique expertise in formulating with them are what make possible the delicious ‘PureCircle’ ice cream.

The 2oz shot was formulated in collaboration with the Denver Broncos' in-house chef and is a proprietary blend of organic beets, orange juice, coconut water, ginger, and lemon juice designed to support peak performance. 

Clean Energy, a clean label, plant-based sports nutrition company, launched its on-the-go smoothie packets containing only organic fruits and vegetables, as its first product.

Kemin Industries will showcase its complete line of clean label ingredient solutions for the food and beverage market at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) – the largest event of its kind serving the poultry, meat and feed industries – in Atlanta on January 25 through January 27. 

Kemin Food Technologies has enhanced its North American website with a new interactive guide titled, “Baking a difference today and tomorrow.” The guide for bakery and snack producers helps users learn more about clean label solutions to ensure products stay fresher, longer and succeed in the dynamic and competitive marketplace.

Kemin Industries was scheduled to present a session during the 2022 Tortilla Industry Association (TIA) Convention and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 17-19.

Kemin Industries will showcase its complete line of clean label ingredient solutions for foods during the Institute of Food Technologists 2022 Annual Meeting and Exposition (IFT22) in Chicago, IL, July 11-13. Attendees are invited to visit booth #S0421 and discuss opportunities to reduce food waste, improve yield and extend product shelf life, while maintaining a clean label.

Kemin Industries will showcase its complete portfolio of clean label ingredient solutions during the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, January 24-26, 2023.

The ingredient was developed using a patented fermentation process on grape derivatives and allows food manufacturers to reduce sugar and sodium while enhancing flavor and increasing shelf-life across many different food and beverage applications.

Layn has a long, respected reputation as the globally leading direct manufacturer and innovator of monk fruit and stevia extracts, and over the past three decades has consistently expanded its ingredient portfolio to include a full range of botanical extract ingredients with broad consumer and application appeal.

Kemin’s IFT FIRST Booth #S2410 is a must-visit where expo attendees can learn more about the latest clean label ingredient technologies to assist the food industry with keeping production costs down and food waste at a minimum.

Kemin Industries highlights food safety solutions for hot dog applications. Its BactoCEASE® line of food safety ingredients offers protection from the growth of Listeria monocytogenes and extends the product shelf life for hot dogs. Additionally, Proteus® functional proteins provide manufacturers with a clean label yield and quality enhancement solution.

Kemin Industries offers new interactive infographic at its website for Kemin Food Technologies-North America. The new resource can help manufacturers rise above inflationary challenges and keep bakery and snack products fresher and safer for longer.

Prepared Foods discusses clean label shelf life preservation strategies and ingredient options with Zal Taleyarkhan, Director of Innovation and Corporate Research Chef at Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovations, Chicago.

Kemin Industries offers clean label food safety solutions for dressing, sauces, and hummus applications. SHIELD® V, the newest addition to the Kemin line of food safety ingredients, delivers protection against mold spoilage while meeting consumer demand for clean and simple ingredients.

Italy’s MILLBO has established a North America presence with the opening of Millbio North America, Rochelle Park, NJ. With this east coast location, the company has expanded its sales and customer support teams for continued growth and business development in the Americas.

Offering an array of flavors, Coconut Cult's lineup includes staple varieties such as Original, Chocolate Mousse, Harvest Strawberry, and the newly introduced Orange Dreamsicle. 

Each month, California-based flavor manufacturer T. Hasegawa USA publishes a report detailing emerging consumer trends in CPG food / beverage and foodservice menus.

Oterra, the world’s leading supplier of natural colors for food and beverage, is pleased to announce the immediate launch of its groundbreaking Simply Brown range. Expertly crafted from apples, the new range heralds a new era in Oterra's clean label caramel replacement solutions as part of our flagship FruitMax® coloring food range.

Attendees are invited to visit booth #S412 where Kemin is introducing the Virtual Shelf—a new interactive tool, and team experts will discuss the company’s ever-expanding suite of ingredient solutions that can help manufacturers keep foods fresher, safer, for longer.

With a blend of organic lemons, Brazilian wildflower honey, infused with real Peruvian ginger, Uncle Matt's Organic has produced a blend of better for you organic ingredients without the guilt of calories and sugar.

The innovative and award-winning mini flatbreads are baked with upcycled flour, made from barley, wheat and rye rescued at the end of the beer making process. 

The term “clear labeling” (which Innova Market Insights coined for its 2015 Top Ten Trends listing) has now fully entered industry parlance. It’s used in several marketing campaigns and each day, manufacturers continuing voicing their commitment to clean label platforms.

In partnership with PepsiCo, a global leader in convenient foods and beverages, the thirst-stop destination will bring the storm with the exclusive and limited-edition flavor, Gatorade Lightning Blast. 

How do you implement a sensor-based IIoT system that can fulfill your needs now and into the future?

EXBERRY® Shade Vivid Orange is a water-dispersible color made from non-GMO paprika. It has a high color intensity that allows for cost-effective low usage levels and can deliver bright shades in food products including confectionery, dairy, bakery, and plant-based meat.

Regupol, a manufacturer of recycled rubber surfaces for sports and fitness and acoustic insulation, introduced Regupol Upscale. It is a collection of recycled rubber tiles and planks for commercial installations.

A single-stream mechanical recycling pilot demonstration produces the rFlex bale, a flexible packaging byproduct that could be used for future end markets and as a possible feedstock.