Meat industry benefits from new packaging innovation
American-based Sealed Air Corporation has created multi-layer coextruded bags, designed to improve food safety in the fresh red meat and smoked and processed meat industry.
Archives for August 23, 2015
Smart Groceries marries elements of online shopping & meal kit delivery services, creator says
A new hybrid grocery delivery and meal solution service from food-tech start-up Handpick, Inc., claims to offer a more affordable and sustainable way for consumers to shop and cook than other online grocery shopping or meal kit delivery services.
Garlic, onion, parsley, chili... and yogurt? Sweet & heat is a hot new trend, says Sensient
Americans are tucking into hotter and spicier fare by the day, but how is the trend evolving? And will savory yogurt take off? Elaine Watson caught up with Michael Swenson, director of business development at Sensient Natural Ingredients, to find out...
Co-founder: 'The deal we have done means we retain control'
Suja CEO on the Coca-Cola deal: 'It’s been a wild wild ride.. three years ago, we hadn’t even sold our first bottle!'
While news that Coca-Cola and Goldman Sachs’ merchant banking division have invested in organic juice brand Suja probably didn’t shock anyone that’s been tracking its jaw-dropping growth trajectory, it’s hard to believe that Suja is still less than three...
Over 90% of Twentysomethings have suboptimal vitamin E status. What does that mean for health?
Huge proportions of the US population are consuming sub-optimal levels of vitamin E, according to a new study from DSM Nutritional Products and Cornell University which raises questions about potential detrimental health effects.
Smart water bottle company Hidrate gets huge launch from Kickstarter
After successfully raising $627,644 from 8,015 supporters via Kickstarter, Minneapolis-based Hidrate Inc will launch its HidrateMe smart water bottle product in December.
Flavor Trends
Americans are united in their love for ice cream, but divided over their favorite flavors
The dog days of summer are here and to help cool off consumers are reaching for ice cream, which a recent Yahoo Food survey found is 41% of American’s favorite dessert.