The mouthfeel of a food product significantly influences consumer acceptance and enjoyment. As the food industry seeks to improve sensory experiences while addressing the mass cries for more fiber, the incorporation of soluble fibers such as tapioca fiber and inulin has emerged as a savvy strategy. I am going to Read more…
The proposed 2025 tariffs will have a wide range of effects on the price of food ingredients. Here’s how these tariffs might impact food ingredient pricing: Increased Import Costs: Potential tariffs in 2025 may arise from ongoing geopolitical tensions, shifts in trade policy, or efforts to address trade imbalances and Read more…
Thaumatin, a naturally sweet molecule derived from the fruit of the katemfe tree (Thaumatococcus daniellii), has grown legs due to its intense sweetness—up to 2,000 times sweeter than sucrose and more importantly its growing use as a positive allosteric modulator (flavor enhancer) in both sweet and savory foods. Originating from Read more…
Front-of-package labels have reached Congress with the introduction of the TRUTH in Labeling Act by Senator Richard Blumenthal and Representative Jan Schakowsky. This proposed act would require the FDA to create new labels highlighting added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat on food and beverage packaging within three years. Supported by Read more…
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View this email in your browser Trick or Treat With Us at SupplySide West October 30th & 31st We’re all about treats and no tricks this SupplySide West. We invite you to come to Booth #2045 to be one of the first to learn about our new offerings and organic Read more…
We’re celebrating National No Sugar Day with our MonkSweet+! This natural sweetening solution combines optimal levels of proprietary steviol glycosides, monk fruit extract, and erythritol— a sugar alcohol created through microbial fermentation to create an ideal alternative to sugar. This blend of stevia and monk fruit are high-intensity sweeteners, boasting sweetness Read more…
October is National Adopt a Shelter Animal Month and we’re partnering with our local animal shelters to bring awareness to pets looking for a happy, healthy home. There are links to Multnomah County Animal Services and Lancaster Four Dogs and Cat Rescue at the end of our newsletter. Most people don’t realize a pet’s Read more…
Zero sugar chocolate is a very specific solution to a pretty general problem. Skyrocketing cocoa prices have caused a global problem, with this chocolaty crisis reaching its peak in 2024. As of the week ending September 20, cocoa bean futures were priced at $7,658 per ton, a decline from the Read more…
Market Intelligence Report: Entering Q3 2024 By Thom King – Chief Innovations Officer, Icon Foods Here we are emerging out of the 2nd quarter. It feels like Q1 was just yesterday. First let’s talk about the sticky situation within the sugar industry. If you work with sugar, in the Read more…