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2023 Trendspotting

Expo West 2023: 25 Trends to Watch

From plant-based proteins to sustainable packaging and so much more, here are some of the major trends we spotted and the brands leading the charge.

May 31, 2023

Nancy Trent

Earlier this year, the natural products industry gathered in Anaheim, CA, for the largest trade show in the naturals space, Natural Products Expo West. From plant-based proteins to sustainable packaging, here are some of the major trends we spotted and the brands leading the charge.

ADM Unveils 2023 Flavor & Color Trend Outlook

November 29, 2022

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

What's going to be capturing our eye and tantalizing tastebuds in 2023? The forecasters at ADM say 2023 is poised to be a year of self-expression. Bold colors and flavors will influence product development across categories, they say, from functional offerings to indulgent treats. 4 key trend spaces for 2023 There...

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Kerry Lists 4 Top Flavor Trends for 2022

January 18, 2022

Julia Peterman

Beloit, WI—Tastes that offer novelty, indulgence, and health benefits will drive consumer purchase in the U.S. in 2022, according to Kerry. This will lead to interesting flavor combinations—Kerry predicts beer blended with kombucha and sage, and chocolate milkshakes with lavender and chilies. The insights come from Kerry’s Global Taste Charts...

ADM Acquires Flavor Solutions Business

January 3, 2022

Julia Peterman

Chicago, IL—ADM has acquired Flavor Infusion International, S.A. (FISA), a full-range provider of flavor and specialty ingredient solutions for customers across Latin America and the Caribbean, according to a press release. “We’re excited to open up new growth opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean with the addition of FISA,”...

October 2021

September 28, 2021

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Digital Edition Publisher's Letter: Transparency Throughout What’s Selling Meeting Supply Demands: Raw Materials Update Flavors & Colors Trend Report Packaging that Attracts Consumers 5 Challenges Impacting Brands Today 3 Must-Dos for 2022 Grocery Feature: Cheers to Healthier Sips! Herb of the Month: Coriander Happy Customer: Forever Young Health Food...

Flavors & Colors Trend Report

September 28, 2021

Julia Peterman

People eat with their eyes first—and no matter how healthy (or pretty) something is, if it doesn’t taste good, people won’t go back for seconds. So, then, what are consumers looking for? WholeFoods asked industry experts, who listed the following trends: Clean, Vibrant Colors The name of the game:...

2021: The Year of Traveling Through Our Food

January 13, 2021

Dax Schaefer

In early 2020, just before the COVID-19 global pandemic hit, the U.S. economy was at a record high, Americans were jetting all over the world, and we were supporting a very robust foodservice industry. Then, March came along and turned us on our theoretical heads. We were asked to hunker...

McCormick Acquires Natural Flavor Brand

January 5, 2021

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Hunt Valley, MD—McCormick & Company Inc. has purchased 100% of the shares of FONA International, LLC, and certain of its affiliates, according to a press release. The business was acquired for $710 million in cash. "McCormick has a history of creating value through acquisitions,” said Lawrence E. Kurzius, Chairman, President,...

Exploring 5 Top Trends in Food Science

June 24, 2019

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

New Orleans, LA--Each year, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) showcases what's new and what's next in the food industry at its annual event and Food Expo. IFT19, held in New Orleans earlier this month, attracted an estimated 17,000 attendees from 90 countries, with more than 1,000 companies exhibiting to...

IFF to Acquire Frutarom for $7.1 Billion

May 9, 2018

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

NEW YORK — International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) plans to acquire natural ingredients firm Frutarom for $7.1 billion, the company announced this week, in its goal of becoming the world’s top natural ingredient and flavor supplier. “Frutarom has had a fascinating journey of accelerated growth,” said Ori Yehudai, Frutarom president...