The mean percentage of calories consumed from ultra-processed food decreased over the past decade. Among those of the ages 1 to 18, the mean percentage was 66% between 2017-18. Among adults, the mean ...

Vital Proteins is rolling out a line of collagen and protein ready-to-drink shakes that offer 30 grams of protein and 10 grams of collagen peptides per serving. The chocolate-flavored shake is free ...

DURHAM, NC. — Chocolate, candy and snacks giant Mars Inc. has partnered with biotechnology firm Pairwise to develop more climate-resilient cocoa crops.

The Kraft Heinz Co. has unveiled a new flavor innovation as part of its Kraft Mac & Cheese brand: pizza. Made with notes of garlic and Italian spices, Kraft said the new pasta flavor “captures the ...

KANSAS CITY — To help consumers beat the heat and to capture a new wave of customers, foodservice operators have emphasized refreshing summer beverage introductions and seasonal flavors.

PACIFIC GROVE, CALIF. — Fishwife’s core lineup of tinned seafood has expanded with the addition of mussels in two varieties — sweet pepper and garlic and basil pesto.

In August 2022, FlavorSum acquired flavor manufacturer Meridian Flavors, Inc., making it the fifth manufacturer to join FlavorSum. FlavorSum also acquired Whittle & Mutch, Inc. in August 2021.

Functional, caffeinated chocolate bites and bar maker Awake Chocolate has received C$8 million ($5.8 million) in an investment round, bringing its total funding to C$15.5 million. Btomorrow Ventures ...

ATCHISON, KAN. — Boosted by gains in its specialty wheat proteins product line, the Ingredient Solutions segment of MGP Ingredients, Inc. enjoyed higher operating income in the second quarter ended ...

MIAMI — Trubar, a female-founded protein bar manufacturer, is launching a children’s bar line: Trubar Kids. The line offers three flavors: Iced Oatmeal Blast, Pop Goes Confetti and Fudge-tastic ...

MONTERREY, MEXICO — Operating income at Gruma USA in the second quarter ended June 30 totaled $150.8 million, down 1% from $152.2 million in the same period a year ago. Net sales decreased 5% to ...

HANOVER, PA. — Utz Brands, Inc. said it will close its manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids, Mich., as part of its ongoing supply chain transformation. The move will consolidate the company’s ...