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Europe embraces blended proteins faster than the US, report finds

Europe embraces blended proteins faster than the US, report finds3+ hour, 26+ min ago   (1016+ words) European countries are embracing hybrid proteins " blending animal and non'animal ingredients " more quickly than the US, though the "balanced protein" trend is gaining traction in both markets, according to a new report from nonprofit Food System Innovations (FSI). The new…...

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What’s popular this Thanksgiving? Brining, baking and brand buzz

What’s popular this Thanksgiving? Brining, baking and brand buzz2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (667+ words) This Thanksgiving, consumers are leaning into scratch-made comfort foods, premium upgrades and playful twists " while brands respond with value-driven deals and nostalgic favorites. Consumers are planning to cook and eat at home more this year compared to last year, according…...

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Flavor forecast 2026: What will consumers want in the new year?

Flavor forecast 2026: What will consumers want in the new year?3+ mon, 3+ day ago   (557+ words) In recent years, "newstalgia" and global flavors have led industry trend reports. At this stage, they have evolved from trends into established staples of the food and beverage market. "In my opinion the reason why these trends have lasted so…...

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Truth behind seed oils: They are not ‘poison,’ argues IFIC

Truth behind seed oils: They are not ‘poison,’ argues IFIC7+ mon, 2+ week ago   (407+ words) Despite influencer backlash and mounting misinformation, food scientists say seed oils remain a safe, heart-healthy part of a balanced diet - and warn that anti-seed oil rhetoric echoes broader anti-science trends Secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services…...

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US Food Waste Pact debuts new frontline employee toolkit

US Food Waste Pact debuts new frontline employee toolkit7+ mon, 3+ week ago   (450+ words) Created in collaboration with the Pacific Coast Food Waste Commitment, the toolkit includes reading material, training videos and instructions for company-wide competitions, along with case studies. It is free and available in English and Spanish with plans for adding other…...

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‘A love letter to Chicago,’ Local Style Potato Chips celebrates Windy City flavors

‘A love letter to Chicago,’ Local Style Potato Chips celebrates Windy City flavors10+ mon, 3+ day ago   (734+ words) Saucy and doughy deep dish pizzas; hot dogs smattered with mustard, sweet pickle relish, sport peppers and a dash of celery salt; and Italian beef sandwiches dripping with au jus are the foods and flavors that make Chicago " they also…...

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Expo West guide: How founders can prepare for CPG’s ‘Super Bowl’

Expo West guide: How founders can prepare for CPG’s ‘Super Bowl’11+ mon, 3+ week ago   (810+ words) Natural Products Expo West is often a turning point for many US food and beverage brands breaking into retail, so founders must stand out in a crowded convention center by using their creativity and market smarts to create lasting moments…...