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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Mintel describes breakfast as a flexible, fragmented eating occasion rather than a defined meal, with consumers increasingly replacing traditional breakfasts with portable snacks and informal eating patterns.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Confusion, not lack of interest, is keeping fiber intake low, revealing a branding and front-of-pack opportunity for food brands.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[As cocoa prices retreat from record highs, climate disruption, ethical scrutiny and new technologies are reshaping how chocolate is sourced, formulated and sold.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Emphasizing protein, fiber, heart health and “no antibiotics or hormones” claims could help plant-based meat manufacturers re-engage health-conscious consumers and lift spending.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Kroger launched two-dozen new protein products on its Simple Truth brand in January.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Mars, Inc. recruited Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood to promote its partnership with last-mile delivery service Gopuff.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[After a decade of hype and hesitation, Good Food Institute founder Bruce Friedrich says plant-based and cultivated meat are at an inflection point — and outlines what it will take to rebuild the sector. Image: © iStock/Sarsmis]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/29/florida-candy-arsenic-findings-signal-broader-food-safety-and-regulatory-risks/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Florida officials present results from a state-led food safety testing initiative that found elevated arsenic levels in some popular candies, raising broader questions about food safety oversight and regulatory consistency.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The food system is at a tipping point. Here’s how businesses can act to protect supply, the planet, and profits.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[From left to right: Ryan Springer, Midnight Venture Partners; William Quartner, Prelude Growth Partners; Alex Malamatinas, Melitas Ventures]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/23/snacks-move-from-fillers-to-meals/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[As snacks replace meals, brands face rising pressure to deliver more nutrition, satiety and convenience. New Hartman Group data explains what’s changing.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/21/letter-from-the-editor-healthy-eating-insights-for-cpg-brands/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Americans are rethinking what ‘healthy’ means, from high-protein snacks to alcohol-free beverages, shaping food trends and CPG innovation in 2026.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Consumers are increasingly adopting year-round moderation and mindful drinking as part of holistic health and wellness routines. This shift, from occasional abstinence to lifestyle choice, is helping sustain demand for beverages that combine flavor with functional benefits.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Younger shoppers are also more likely to avoid products that contain artificial ingredients and sweeteners like high-fructose corn syrup, according to Spins.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[That’s It’s Founder and CEO Lior Lewensztain emphasizes fiber from real fruits and vegetables is ideal over extracted or heavily fortified sources – a stance that aligns with broader consumer expectations around clean labels and minimal processing.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/21/fiber-mood-foods-rise-as-gen-z-rethinks-healthy-eating/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Circana: Healthy eating looks different across generations, and that creates real opportunities for brands and retailers.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tariff-driven cost increases have yet to fully reach grocery shelves, but analysts say the impact typically lags 12–18 months, setting up 2026 as a key inflection point for food pricing.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/20/mms-ferrara-jump-in-as-freeze-dried-candy-booms/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The confection is seen as a healthier alternative because of its minimal use of additives and preservatives.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/19/soup-to-nuts-podcast-sensemaxxing-and-5-other-trends-redefining-value/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Consumers are fed up with compromise and are demanding more - of everything - from their foods, including more flavor, more function and more fun.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/14/dairy-bakery-goods-and-produce-climb-but-cheaper-eggs-offer-a-rare-break/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[It was the first release of the CPI since September, following the 43-day government shutdown in October and part of November.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Behind the sweetness of chocolate are some bitter truths about the complexities of its supply chain.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/12/cellular-agriculture-funding-hits-reset-and-investors-want-proof-not-promises/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[One recurring theme across alternative proteins: startups often approach venture capital too early.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/09/cellular-ag-moves-beyond-the-startup-phase/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[While venture funding and startup economics have become more difficult, this has not slowed momentum at the institutional and government level.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/07/gum-and-mints-are-growing-just-not-how-brands-might-think/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Looking ahead, Millennials and Gen X are expected to account for more than 70% of gum unit sales within the next five years, as Boomers’ share gradually declines, according to the report.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/05/is-healthy-food-affordable/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[For CPG brands in nutrition-focused categories, ATNi’s pricing analysis highlights a persistent challenge: healthier products consistently cost more than less nutritious options.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/01/05/italian-made-pasta-dodges-crushing-anti-dumping-penatlies/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Italian-made pasta granted reprieve from severe anti-dumping penalties.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Instead of thinking in simple good-versus-bad terms, consumers are weighing benefits, trade-offs and real-world impact, which is changing how ingredients and products are evaluated and positioned.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The past year was one of the worst years on record for the market performance of CPG staples, which were up only 3% compared to a 16% gain across the broader market, noted William Blair Partner and Research Analyst Jon Andersen. Will the outlook improve in 2026?]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The online tool functions as an online, producer-only platform that not only asks questions buyers care about, but also provides guidance on how to answer them – including definitions, context and, where needed, calculations specific to egg production.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Manufacturing, formulation, packaging, agriculture and marketing were all impacted by AI, as companies across the food production ecosystem scrambled to integrate the technology into their workflows.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Consumers are flocking to matcha in search of health benefits.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[With regulatory pressure increasing, Garside-Wight predicts a renewed industry focus on recyclable solutions, including recyclable plastics and compostable options.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[According to Zegler, 2026 will begin much like 2025 – characterized by uncertainty, anxiety and exhaustion. But unlike previous years, many consumers do not see Jan. 1 as a fresh start full of optimism and hope]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[As delivery, apps and in-store pickup become standard, discoverability matters more than ever.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[95% of Americans will celebrate the winter holidays with chocolate and candy, and more than half will give them as gifts, according to the National Confectioners Association’s (NCA).]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Future Choc: While Barry Callebaut is entering the brave new world of AI in a hedge against volatility and regulation, it’s not the only tool in the company’s toolbox.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[GLP-1 use by American adults has doubled in the past year and a half -- creating opportunities and challenges for CPGs.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[This isn’t just another deal for the cultivated‑meat space – the news from Believer Meats, the commercial manufacturing capabilities from Ever After Foods (with technology partner Bühler), and GFI’s open‑access strategy  all point to a sector shifting from isolated experimentation toward shared infrastructure, scale and market readiness.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Pregnancy is a critical window for maternal and fetal health, and emerging research highlights the role of DHA, a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid, in both preterm birth prevention and maternal wellness.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[President Trump signed an Executive Order to investigate price-fixing, which he says contribute to high grocery prices that threaten Republican leaders up for re-election. ]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Danone experts gathered at an invitation-only event at the company’s research and innovation center in Colorado share what they see for the future of protein.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Supporters of the MARA Act say the legislation would help the US seafood industry expand responsibly while meeting growing market demand.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Consumers responded positively towards gene-edited foods like pork, eggs, tomatoes and bananas, once they understood the outcome the technology delivers.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[More than half (63%) of respondents say they are more likely to buy products from CPG companies that use recycled materials.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Premium chocolate sales are up alongside more budget-friendly private label options, creating a barbell effect that is weighing down mid-priced products. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Think beyond powders and capsules but rather beverages, snacks and even ready-to-eat meals are beginning to position themselves as part of a beauty-enhancing diet. Beauty from within © Getty Images ]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hormel Foods shares how the shift to online grocery shopping is impacting its go-to-market strategy, including how it is adapting its product assortment and marketing to win on digital shelves and what is next for the maker Skippy peanut butter, Jennie-O, Planters and more.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[What will 2026 hold for mergers and acquisitions in the packaged food and beverage space? ©iStock]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Social media apps like TikTok are influencing the food and drink manufacturing sector more than ever before. Credit: Getty / alvarez]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Food is emerging as one of the most resilient gift categories in 2025, according to PwC research.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/11/12/celsius-enters-a-new-era-with-rockstar-alani-nu-acquisitions/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Alani Nu has a lot of room for distribution growth, most of which will take place in c-stores and large format stores like Costco.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The instant coffee market experienced a 15% jump in sales for the 52-week period ended Oct. 4.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/11/11/beyond-meat-and-meati-20-how-d2c-can-help-their-recovery-strategies/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Could D2C help plant-based meat pioneers Beyond Meat and Meati recover sales and drive consumer engagement?]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/11/11/born-simple-launches-premium-boxed-meals-designed-to-build-consumer-trust/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[For bakers and CPG brands, the key question is whether removing allergenic proteins will affect texture, mouthfeel or overall quality. Jorge Dubcovsky’s results are encouraging.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Spins data reveals a “nutrient density renaissance” across center store categories. Fiber and protein remain the powerhouse pair, with digestion and gut health ranking among the top three supplement goals for young consumers.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Trust in the food industry remains low. Nearly half of respondents (47%) said they have little or no trust in food companies, ranking them alongside “artificial intelligence and social influencers.”]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Coca-Cola Co sees gains in low- and no-sugar sodas and high-protein drinks and GLP-1s reshape consumers' drinking habits. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Candy made with less sugar increased more than 60% year-over-year during Halloween in 2024, and sales of candy with alternative sweeteners ticked up 10%, according to retail data science company 84.51°.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Whole Foods Market predicts in its 2026 food and beverage trends forecast, published earlier this month, that consumers who are mindful of their sugar intake increasingly will opt for products that are “subtly sweetened” with real cane sugar, honey or maple syrup - an iteration of an early trend of date-sweetened products.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Electrolyte tablets and powders make up 36.2% of the global hydration supplement market.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Geltor founders Alexander Lorestani (left) and Nick Ouzounov (right) announced this week that the company received a 'no questions' letter from FDA for its animal-free collagen. Image: Geltor]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Brick Meets Click reports that consumers who made their last online grocery purchase two or three months ago returned in September. Getty/Kritchanut]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Power Water comes in 20-ounce single bottles and 16.9-ounce bottles available in six-packs. It is available in four flavors: Mountain Berry Blast, Strawberry Kiwi, Tropical Pineapple and Watermelon. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[81% of US consumers more likely to choose spicy foods when cooking at home, according to McCormick.
© GettyImages/bhofack2]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Supporters of No Coffee Tax Act say it could alleviate a growing cost burden on coffee importers, roasters and retailers caused by a series of tariffs, including a 50% duty on Brazilian coffee.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Consumers are on the hunt for balance and functional benefits, such as high fiber, low-calorie, keto-friendly, organic, gluten-free and natural ingredients.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Danone, a founding member of the Dairy Methane Action Alliance (DMAA), has been working on methane reduction since 2023, when the company announced plans to reduce dairy emissions from its fresh milk supply by 30% by 2030. Image: Getty/Anthony Lee]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Putting soft serve in a pouch offered the potential to open up RoseBud Ice Cream to new venues like movie theaters, sporting event concession stands and more.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Over the next four years, Edacious will analyze more than 200 ROC food products, spanning whole and lightly-processed foods such as granolas, oils, yogurts, beef sticks, crackers and pastas.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Make America Healthy Again Commission is not mandating change from the top down – it is amplifying a grassroots movement of consumers who are advocating for cleaner ingredients and added benefits in their foods, Jennie Bell, managing director, snacks & beverages at NielsenIQ (NIQ), told attendees at Groceryshop in Las Vegas yesterday. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Shinkei Systems CTO Reed Ginsberg (left) and CEO Saif Khawaja (right) with the Poseidon System.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Cairnspring Mills started operations eight years ago as a way to “maintain a viable farming heritage industry for next 100 years” by offering producers in the Skagit Valley in Washington state a way to process the non-commodity cereal grains regeneratively grown as a rotational crop to suppress weeds and discourage pests and disease between plantings of their main cash crops.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[While recalls ultimately protect consumers, they must be executed as supply chain events. The goal is to efficiently remove defective products before they reach, or further harm, shoppers.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[As consumers and brands navigate a slew of certifications in the market, the Regenerative Organic certification is meant to complement, not compete with, other frameworks.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In 2024, ADM partnered with more than 28,000 growers who converted or worked more than 5 million acres globally using regenerative practices – a goal the company originally set for 2025.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[A potential benefit for the organic industry from pricing pressures from tariffs could be increased investments in domestic processing -- but change takes times and it is unclear if consumers can absorb higher prices until domestic supply chains are reinforced.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[As an advocacy-forward organization, the Organic Trade Association lobbies Congress year round, but as OTA explains gathering individual members from across the country to visit their legislators in-person can have an outsized impact.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Daily Greens RTD, which comes in three flavors – apple, cucumber and mint; peach and hibiscus; and blueberry, lemon and lime – boasts 42 vitamins, minerals, superfoods, adaptogens and 4 grams of dietary fiber.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The grants range in size from $10,000 to $10 million and include a broad range of topics, including equitable purchasing, climate change, animal and plant safety, nutrition, bioenergy and technology.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[FDA announced Operation Stork Speed after Consumer Reports shared its results with the agency from an investigation of some infant formulas that found potentially harmful amounts of lead and arsenic, and almost all formulas containing PFAS and one that contained both bisphenol A (BPA) and acrylamide.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[AI’s greatest value lies not in cost savings or efficiency, but in protecting consumer loyalty.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[For retailers and manufacturers alike, the perimeter of the store continues to be where momentum and opportunity lies.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Exports from the country have since more than doubled from 1.2 billion pounds a year to roughly 2.5 billion pounds.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[For brands, compostable films not only meet emerging Extended Producer Responsibility requirements but also support food waste diversion – allowing both food and packaging to move towards composting systems.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[So-called “nostalgia snacking” is on the rise with products flavored like classic desserts, such as tiramisu, cinnamon bun, strawberry cheesecake and churro.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/08/29/tiktok-cold-foam-trend-brews-new-market-for-manufacturers/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Cold foam is a better-for-you alternative to whipped cream that appeals to Gen Zers recreating the cafe experience at home.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/08/28/fmi-2025-grocery-trends-health-convenience-family/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Convenience and health remain the primary purchase drivers shaping food choices and instilling loyalty among consumers.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tinned fish brand Safe Catch turned to retail data platform Crisp for supply chain insights to recover $1M+ in revenue]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hormones, cycles and female physiology have long been treated as afterthoughts in sports science – but a growing wave of research and awareness is rewriting the playbook]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/08/21/beyond-pumpkin-spice-the-emerging-fall-flavors-brewing-in-2025/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Will pumpkin spice be de-throned as the reigning fall flavor of choice this year?]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[At IFT FIRST in Chicago this month, ingredient suppliers offered innovative solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing food and beverage manufacturers.]]></image:caption>
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