USDA orders mandatory bird flu testing for dairy cows
According to the federal order, dairy cattle must test negative for HPAI type A ahead of being moved interstate.
Archives for April 25, 2024
Natural Products Expo West
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Snack trends at Expo West from better-for-you and portion controlled to indulgent and gluten-free
Nearly a third of Americans are self-described “health-conscious snackers,” according to new research by YouGov, which also found 35% of healthy snackers are willing to spend more than $50 on snacks each month.
Startup Spotlight
Myna Snacks targets gamers as stepping stone to everyone ‘behind screens’
Contrary to popular belief, not all video-gamers are happy to chug energy drinks and devour junk food for fuel – rather most eSports enthusiasts want convenient, tasty snacks that will not compromise their competitive edge by compromising their health.
Snacks from the Sea readies Kelpie Chips for retail push with new packaging, formulation
Snacks from the Sea is moving beyond e-commerce with the help of new packaging and product formulations to make kelp’s health and sustainability more widely appreciated in the US, brand founder Jennifer Murphy told FoodNavigator-USA.
Sweet, savory snacks win in 2023, age influences purchase channel, Circana finds
Consumers are finding more ways to eat their favorite snacks, as younger shoppers increasingly turn to quick-service restaurants for a convenient option for in-between meal occasions, Circana shared in its annual snack report.
Driving confectionery sales through promos, micro-occasions, catchy displays
Consumers continue to buy sweet treats as rewards and to celebrate despite higher prices due to inflation, helping confectionery sales reach $48bn in 2023 and potentially $61bn by 2028, according to the National Confectioners Association’s State of...
Nassau Candy introduces more bulk candies, expands into dextrose market
Nassau Candy’s positioning in confectionery as an importer, manufacturer and distributor allows the company flexibility to focus on innovation and its customers’ needs by filling in the gaps from discontinued but in-demand products, Dana Rodio, director,...
Startup Spotlight
Laoban Dumplings merge traditional Chinese flavor, ingredients with convenience
Laoban Dumplings pays homage to traditional Chinese flavors and ingredients that combine convenience, quality and flavor in its line of homemade-style frozen dumplings and an upcoming launch of bao buns explained Patrick Coyne, the company’s co-founder...
USDA caps added sugar in school meals, but pulls back on sodium, milk restrictions
In nutrition guidelines published in the Federal Register April 25, the US Department of Agriculture for the first time capped added sugar in school meals, but pulled back on proposed restrictions for sodium, milk and refined grains that school nutrition...
Skepticism of sustainability claims pushes companies to be more transparent about progress, lean on certifications
As consumers become more interested in sustainable food production and packaging, they are becoming increasingly sophisticated and skeptical in their assessment of green claims – pushing for more specificity, traceability, transparency and veracity,...
Peanut shortage: What caused it and is it set to last?
Peanuts are by far the most consumed nut (technically a legume) globally, but a recent shortage has caused concern for manufacturers. How serious is the issue and how long will it last?
Growing coffee in conflict areas: Nespresso invests in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
In Kivu, DRC, conflict and instability has long made coffee farming dangerous and difficult. Nespresso, however, is investing in the region, aiming to revitalise the coffee sector there.