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Purac gets GRAS for malic acid powder for confectionery, powdered beverages and jellies
Purac has self-affirmed the GRAS status of its coated malic acid, Purac Powder MA, for use in confectionery, powdered beverages and jellies.
Marketers shouldn’t risk deprioritizing the over-50s, says Nielsen
Marketers traditionally have focused their attention on the under-50s – but over-50s in the United States still have enormous spending power, and food marketers shouldn’t ignore them, says a new...
Special edition: The future of meat alternatives
Meat-free options have come a long way from the once-ubiquitous lentils and tofu, as food scientists have stepped up to the challenge of creating innovative meat substitutes...In this special edition, FoodNavigator-USA...
Age determines US eating habits more than any other factor, claims market researcher
Age is the single most important factor determining when and where Americans eat, according to a new report from market research organization Packaged Facts, which suggests ways that food companies...
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Move more…but please don’t eat less: Why industry should stress ‘calories in’ to fight obesity
The more we move, the slimmer we will become, right? However, with ballooning obesity rates over the past 30 years, research suggests that this is not the case. US adults...
Wheat price hike likely, says analyst
Bakery and snack manufacturers can expect a higher wheat price in the coming months as the US drought has hit the maize market putting pressure on wheat supplies amid export...
Monster faces new 'Ruckus in the Rockies' as Beastie Boys sue
Monster Beverage Corporation faces a new legal scrap with hip-hop combo The Beastie Boys, and says it cannot predict the business effects of another action filed by an unnamed state...
Farm level environmentalism could provide unique selling propositions, says study
High demand for environmentally friendly goods is providing the food industry with growing opportunities to create a new and unique supply chain system that offers advantages for everybody, according to...
Special edition: Meat alternatives
What’s new in the meat-free market?
Meat-free burgers, sausages, and other meat analog products have come a long way in recent years, but there is still room for improvement in texture and taste, as companies continue...
PepsiCo set to fizz again on Burmese market after 15 year absence
PepsiCo has signed an agreement with Diamond Star to distribute its beverage brands in Burma, granting the latter exclusive rights to sell and distribute the Pepsi Cola, 7-Up and Miranda...
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Mountain Dew mouse case dissolves as PepsiCo settles
PepsiCo has reportedly reached an out of court settlement in a lawsuit filed in 2009 by a US man who alleged he found a mouse in a can of Mountain Dew.
IFT 2012: Revisit the top stories and video coverage from the FoodNavigator-USA team
FoodNavigator-USA had a strong presence at IFT 2012 earlier this summer, where our team combed the show floor looking out for the hottest new trends and industry developments. In this...
Latin American suppliers plan 'Chia Council' to develop business
Suppliers of chia in Latin America are working together to establish a regional organization to provide a safe and transparent framework in which to further develop the chia business.
Flood of stevia products to arrive soon: SGF's VP of science
A flood of stevia-containing products will arrive over the next 12 months, with beverages leading the way, says Mel Jackson, VP of science for Sweet Green Fields.
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Kraft exploits social media buzz of NASA Mars landing with Oreo campaign
Kraft Foods has posted an image of a red-centered Oreo on its social media pages to commemorate NASA’s rover landing on the surface of Mars earlier this week.
Special edition: Meat alternatives
Firm growth for meat substitute products
The total market for analogs and meat free products is set to rise by 4.4%, from €2.85bn to €3.54bn, in the next five years, according to exclusive data from market analyst RTS...
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Coke won’t kick the can in Bolivia, but must dance diplomatic can-can...
Bolivian officials have swiftly moved to play down reported remarks by the nation’s flamboyant foreign minister that the government would kick Coca-Cola out of the country by the end of...
Special edition: Meat alternatives
Does the foodservice sector need to up its game on meat alternatives?
How many options do vegetarians and flexitarians (meat reducers) have when they go out to eat (if they are not in the mood for bean burgers and Margherita pizza)?
Digital marketing giant Valassis intros Facebook coupon app
Digital marketing firm and couponing giant Valassis has introduced a new Facebook app for consumers to access coupons and savings directly on Facebook, combining the company’s digital coupon distribution expertise...
Could Pepsi NEXT success lift stevia from zero to (mid-calorie) hero?
With an industry consensus forming that stevia can only offer a 50% calorie reduction in soft drinks, the US success of mid-calorie cola Pepsi NEXT could silence some of the...
Special edition: Meat alternatives
Tofurky boss targets meat-reducers: 'This is a big up and coming market'
Back in the early ‘80s when his tempeh business was getting off the ground, the meat alternatives category was not exactly brimming with mouth-watering options, says Tofurky creator Seth Tibbott.
Special edition: Meat alternatives
Beyond soy: Where does Quorn fit into the meat alternatives market?
Quorn is outpacing rivals and bringing new consumers into a frozen meat alternatives category that has lost some momentum in recent years, claims its US boss.
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Nestlé tackles child health concerns with 35% less sugar 'Juicy Juice' launch
Nestlé has launched a new beverage in the US called Juicy Juice Fruitfuls with 35% less sugar than regular juice, with the firm keen to tackle parental concerns regarding sugar intake.
Yakult Light probiotic drink makes US debut
Japanese probiotics pioneer Yakult has launched a light version of its fermented dairy drink in the US.
Hershey’s apologises after rusty razor blade found in Jolly Rancher candy
Confectionery giant Hershey’s has been forced to issue an apology in the US, after a consumer reported finding a rusty razor blade in a bag of Jolly Rancher candy.
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