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State of the Industry 2022: Tortillas fulfill diversity of uses

The tortilla category largely flatlined during the past year, with some variation by type or brand of shell, as the world began to reopen after the worst of the pandemic and fewer consumers worked at home. 




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Old El Paso debuts Tortilla Pockets with sealed bottom

Tortilla Pockets are crafted with a sealed bottom and are portable, making them easy for everyone in the family to hold.





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Rise & Puff launches better-for-you tortillas that fluff up

The better-for-you tortillas contain just flour, water, avocado oil, and salt.




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Old El Paso introduces Cinnamon Toast Crunch Dessert Taco Shells

Old El Paso and Cinnamon Toast Crunch are bringing fans together with the first-of-its-kind Dessert Taco Shell.




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Ocean-based super protein

Advance International Inc. has introduced a premium, ultra-sustainable & highly nutritious ocean-based super-protein that will revolutionize the global supply chain.




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ADM, InnovaFeed announce construction of world's largest insect protein facility in Decatur, Illinois

ADM and InnovaFeed have announced plans to collaborate on the construction and operation of the world’s largest insect protein production site, in Decatur, Illinois.




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Comax Flavors releases nutrition and performance product findings

Comax Flavors has released new primary research on consumers’ behavior, usage, and attitudes towards Protein Powder, Ready-To-Drink Protein Drinks, Protein Bars, Protein Chips/Tortillas/Puffs/Popcorn, Protein Cookies/Wafers, Protein Brownies, and Protein Cake Bites.




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Ingredion VITESSENCE TEX Crumbles 102 texture protein, to optimize texture and firmness in plant-based meat products

Ingredion Incorporated has announced a new addition to its extensive range of plant-based solutions for the U.S. and Canada, VITESSENCE TEX Crumbles 102 textured protein.




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Ingredion ultra-performance pulse ingredients

Ingredion's proprietary deflavoring technology to enable manufacturers to achieve taste, nutrition, and functionality must-have in food and beverages containing pulse-based plant proteins.




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Consumers search for nutrition bars for both at-home and on-the-go snacking

Whether for breakfast, a snack, or a meal replacement, the nutrition bars category is ubiquitous, and its products can be consumed at any time of day. Sales have rebounded after a flat period, and innovation is ongoing in the category.




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Equinom achieves 75% protein content in minimally processed pea protein

Food tech company breaks industry record and validates potential of advanced pea protein ingredient for plant-based food and beverage market.




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Upcycled Foods Inc. partners with Kerry, releases upcycled protein crisp

Innovators collaborate to design upcycled ingredient solutions for food industry.




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Sanitation protocols see updates in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, snack and bakery companies increase and adjust sanitation procedures for their facilities.




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Bimbo Bakehouse brings comprehensive solutions to foodservice and the in-store bakery

Throughout the year, whenever you pick up a sandwich away from home, there is a good chance you have Bimbo Bakehouse to thank for your bread.




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Schwartz Brothers Bakery expands from Seattle across the nation

"In 1970, my dad and uncle opened our first restaurant," says Daniel Schwartz, president, Schwartz Brothers Bakery, Renton, WA. "Three years later, they opened a concept called The Sandwich Shop and Pie Place. They were looking to source the very best pies to serve at their restaurant, and they couldn’t find any that they liked."




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Frito-Lay releases savory snack lineup for summer

Whether gearing up for summer travel, or simply packing for a summer picnic, Frito-Lay has a variety of flavors and on-the-go options to help consumers fuel the summer fun. 




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Healthy snacking and plant-based foods fuel growth of nuts, seeds and inclusions

Nuts and seeds are growing in popularity due to an increase in healthy snacking and consumer interest in plant-based products. According to Innova Market Insights, 7 in 10 U.S. consumers sought healthier snacking options in 2018.




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Fruit and vegetable ingredients add plant-based nutrition to snacks and baked goods

The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines recommends consuming 2 cup equivalents of fruit and 2 and a half cup equivalents of vegetables per day, based on a 2,000-calorie diet.




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Consumers search for snacks with healthy inclusions

Striking the right balance between indulgence and better-for-you is important in winning over the consumer. The pandemic has heightened consumers' interest in health and well-being.




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Pep’s balls, a nutritional boost for recipes with pulses

Limagrain Ingredients has developed Pep's Balls: a new range of extruded pulses to enrich products with plant-based proteins, without any compromise on taste and offering a great mouthfeel.




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Crisp Power protein pretzels set for U.S. debut in March

Packed with 28 grams of protein and only six grams of carbs per pack, the new, flavor-packed plant-based protein pretzels launch nationwide on March 2024.




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QVC releases Jonas Holiday Tin with assorted chocolate

Each tin includes four 3-oz. bags of chocolate-covered grahams, chocolate-covered pretzels, chocolate caramel bites with pretzel crunch, and caramels with sea salt.




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Sugar Plum rereleases Halloween Boo Box

The box includes chocolate-covered confections like pretzels, cookies, graham crackers, caramel popcorn, pretzel balls, and more.




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Zapp's releases cheesy kettle chips, cinnamon pretzels

Big Cheezy Kettle Potato Chips and Sweet Cinnamon & Sugar Pretzel Stix bring more New Orleans flair to snacking.




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Tastykake spring seasonal treats

Tastykake recently released its spring seasonal lineup of treats, which are available for a limited time through May.




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Pots & Co. mini desserts

On August 4, Pots & Co. will be releasing its Apple & Cinnamon Crumble at Midwest Costco locations.




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Diamond of California's ready-to-use Nut Pie Crusts now available in new chocolate flavor nationwide

Diamond of California, the century-old producer of “Made for Homemade” specialty nuts, has announced the launch of a new chocolate flavor, of their ready-to-use Nut Pie Crusts, available now on both store shelves nationwide, and online with Amazon. 




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Raised Gluten Free Pumpkin and Cranberry Apple Pies

A decadent slice of pie after a holiday meal is a tradition that should be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of food allergies or dietary restrictions.




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Grand Traverse Pie Company Strawberry Champagne Pie, for Mother's Day

For this Mother’s Day, Grand Traverse Pie Company is thrilled to release a Strawberry Champagne Pie.




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Tastykake releases summer products

Tastykake has released its seasonal summer products, available now for a limited-time only until August 21, 2021.




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State of the Industry 2021: Bakers explore approachable, convenient desserts

The ongoing pandemic has certainly shifted consumer attitudes and behaviors when it come to foods and the foods they choose. Consumers are looking to connect with food and are gravitating to more familiar comfort foods and indulgent items.




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Raised Gluten Free Southern Peach and Blueberry Bliss pies

Raised Gluten Free is celebrating the sweet flavors of spring and summer with two seasonally inspired offerings: Southern Peach and Blueberry Bliss.




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Jar Joy desserts in pre-portioned jars for supermarkets and convenience stores

Jar Joy has introduced its new innovative line of multi-layered desserts. 




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Wholly Wholesome releases Organic Pie and Pastry Dough

Wholly Wholesome's new pie shells and rolled pie dough contains clean-label ingredients that consumers would find in their own kitchens.




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Table Talk Pies to relaunch operations of Pâtisserie Gaudet

With this transaction, which closed on Dec. 22, Table Talk hopes to return the closed facility to its key position in the Canadian sweet goods industry.




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Kraft Singles slice into dessert space with Little Pie Company collaboration

The Kraft Singles Apple Pie tops a single-serve pie with a piece of American cheese.




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Keebler releases Elf limited-edition gingerbread cookies plus new pretzel pie crust

Ernie and the Elves are bringing magic to holiday traditions with the launch of Elf Limited-Edition Keebler Gingerbread Fudge Stripes and new Keebler Pretzel Pie Crusts.




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Del Real Foods adds to lineup with Chicken and 3-Cheese Mini Pupusas

Hitting shelves nationwide the first week of April, the launch marks the latest expansion from Del Real Foods.




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Rich Products announces second phase of Texas expansion

The company is kicking off the next half of its Brownsville facility expansion.




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Hooters releases frozen chicken wings at Publix

Four products in bright Hooters orange packs are now available in over 1,300 Publix Super Markets nationwide.




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Daiya gives its plant-based pizzas a makeover

The changes include recently reformulated dairy-free cheese that uses oat milk, as well as a new meatless pepperoni recipe.




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Blackbird Foods launches plant-based Wings at Wegmans

Two of the producer’s Wings flavors, Buffalo and Korean BBQ, will be offered at more than 100 of the stores across the U.S.




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Rite Stuff Foods to showcase frozen snacks at PLMA

The private-label producer’s products include mozzarella sticks, potato wedges, and other appetizers.




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Consumers search for unique frozen snacks, appetizers

The frozen snacks aisle aims to please discerning palates of all ages.




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Final Boss Sour secures $3M in seed funding

The capital infusion will be used to scale up inventory, hire key operational staff, and broaden its network of creators and brand ambassadors.




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First Watch releases new flavors for holiday season

Holidays have arrived at First Watch, as the breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept has launched its limited-time seasonal menu.




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Manitoba Harvest debuts Superseed Clusters

The bite-sized snacks are filled with hemp hearts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chai, flax, and quinoa, and are Manitoba’s debut into the snacking category.




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SkinnyDipped releases holiday lineup

SkinnyDipped is releasing a new flavor lineup for the holidays, including Maple Kiss, Pumpkin Spice, Peppermint, and Mocha Splash.




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Casey’s unveils Pickle Wrap Pizza

The pizza puts a twist on a ham-and-pickle roll-up, a classic Midwest appetizer commonly found at potlucks and tailgate parties.




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Second Nature Brands snaps up Voortman

Second Nature Brands LLC will acquire the Voortman cookie brand from The J.M. Smucker Co. in an all-cash transaction worth $305 million.