A three-year collaboration between FrieslandCampina and Danone has led to a 17% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to a press release. The reduction was accomplished mostly by FrieslandCampina’s dairy farmers implementing sustainable farming practices and green energy projects for the ingredients provided to Danone. FrieslandCampina used the Annual...
Auburn, WA—The Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) has announced its dates and locations for its 2022 Generation GF summer camp. GIG is a nonprofit organization, providing resources and support to individuals who live gluten-free lifestyles. It is now accepting applications for camp scholarships, funded by contributions from GIG's Gluten-Free Certification Organization...
Arlington, VA—FMI and NielsenIQ have released the Transparency in an Evolving Omnichannel World report, which found continued high demand among consumers for transparency from food retailers and manufacturers: 64% of shoppers said they would switch from a brand they usually buy to another brand that provides more in-depth product information,...
Chicago, IL, and Vancouver, BC—The Planting Hope Company has acquired RightRice from Betterer Foods in an all-cash $7m transaction, according to a press release. RightRice is a shelf-stable product composed of 90% vegetables, including lentils, chickpeas, green peas, and rice, offering 10g of complete protein and 5g fiber per serving.
Carlsbad, CA—Mamma Chia has partnered with Gestalt Brand Lab for a rebrand, refreshing the Mamma Chia ‘Goddess’ icon, updating the company color palette, and developing all-new packaging for all products, according to a press release. All Mamma Chia offerings are now aligned under a master design aesthetic, created to reflect...
Trü Frü, makers of frozen chocolate fruit snacks, recently earned some yearly accolades for their products, according to a press release. In the 2021 Sweets and Snacks' Most Innovative New Products, the company received first place finishes under the Sweet Snack and Gourmet/Premium Candy categories. This is the second year...
Brussels, Belgium—Codex Alimentarius has adopted a new framework for steviol glycosides. The Committee explained in the framework that there are two previously existing specification monographs for steviol glycosides, requiring that products consist of at least 95% steviol glycosides on a dried basis, taking into account the major glycosides stevioside and...
London, England—Unilever is simplifying its business structure, according to a press release, in order to focus more on individual categories. The company will move away from its current matrix structure, and organize around five business groups: Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Home Care, Nutrition, and Ice Cream. Each group will...
AI nutrition technology company Spoon Guru has launched Health+, which uses behavior science to empower consumers to make choices that are both healthy and beneficial for the planet. Health+ allows customers to set goals for consuming healthier and more sustainable products, and then helps customers meet those goals by identifying...
Boulder, CO—The Hain Celestial Group, Inc., is giving back to the community of Boulder, Colorado, through donations of products from several brands, after the area was impacted by recent wildfires. The company's mainstay brand, Celestial Seasonings, is based in Boulder. Celestial Seasonings products will be donated, as will products from...
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