Veterans behind Rumi Spice source saffron directly from Afghan farmers
Sold in a variety of channels, including direct to consumers and to foodservice entrepreneurs, Rumi Spice delivers quality saffron in a category full of mistrust.
Archives for March 9, 2016
DISPATCHES FROM FOOD VISION 2016
An ‘ode’ to eating: Stimulating appetite among dependent older people
Manufacturers and suppliers have a role to play in helping elderly people enjoy a sensory connection with food, says the co-founder of Ode, a device which stimulates appetite through the use of fragrance.
Plant Based Products Association launches to fuel growth of alternatives to animal-based products
Manufacturers of meat alternatives, tofu, tempeh, nut milks and vegan dairy replacements have a new champion in their corner and in Washington to help them level a playing field that currently is crowded with animal-based product lobbyists.
Threading salty-but-healthy is key to appeal to consumers, market report says
A recent report by Packaged Facts found that the consumption of salty snacks in US households has grown slightly faster than population levels.
Masienda wants to elevate tortillas by importing nonGMO, biodiverse corn
New York-based startup Masienda wants to elevate the $6.8 billion corn tortilla market in the US by importing biodiverse, heirloom corn from Mexico to create a better tasting, nonGMO alternative to the options currently available in the staple category.
Powder, nutrition bar provider consolidates operations to better serve rapidly changing sports nutrition sphere
Nellson Nutraceutical LLC, a nutrition bar and powder provider, has consolidated manufacturing operations at its Anaheim, CA facility. The company has relocated its headquarters there as well, leading to an overall “enhanced capacity,” according to sales...