Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, introduced Ocean Spray® Cranberry Seeds, a new innovative, upcycled, and clean-label product harvested from cranberries certified as sustainably grown and offering an array of powerful nutritional benefits to support a healthy lifestyle.

Toodaloo, a new snack brand dedicated to healing the mind, body, spirit and planet, launched a line of adaptogenic trail mixes. Available in five varieties, each trail mix is crafted with care and infused with adaptogenic herbs and superfoods that restore balance.

More than 90% of Americans do not consume enough Vitamin D1. Recommendation intakes are difficult to achieve through natural food sources like fatty fish, egg yolks and certain mushrooms. 

Some foods and ingredients that can help improve both sleep and brain function. Think favorites from the simple— tart cherries, seeds (especially pumpkin seeds), nuts (almonds and walnuts), and kiwi fruit—to the more exotic, like schisandra, turmeric, and saffron.

The chewy cookies pack a guilt-free secret: they are low-carb, high fiber, high protein, diabetic-friendly, blood sugar balancing, dairy-free and contain 7g of plant-based protein.

The Açai Powder the newest addition to the company's line of USDA Organic Superfood Powders which includes: Dragon Fruit, Camu Camu Berry, Elderberry, Blue Butterfly Pea Flower, Turmeric, Super Green Juice, Ceremonial Matcha Green Tea, Premium Grade Organic Matcha Green Tea, Hemp Protein, Coconut Milk and Coconut Water.

The company has filed a patent application for the aronia extract, which has a unique polyphenols profile in addition to strong multiple cellular antioxidant effects. This range expands the diana food™ portfolio of health actives, which forms a part of the Taste, Nutrition & Health segment.

High oleic soybean oil oleic acid levels exceed 70% and can go as high as 75%, and the oil is lower in saturated fat compared to some other high-stability oils commonly used in food production.

Product launches with more than 30% fat content—such as high-fat dairy—are up, and butter sales have jumped, outpacing the growth of margarines and spreads by 360%.

One of the best foods for a baby’s healthy brain development is already in most refrigerators: eggs. In an historic first, the newly released 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans include recommendations for birth to 24 months old and specifically recommend eggs as an important first food for infants and toddlers, as well as for pregnant women and lactating moms.

Nutritional Growth Solutions, Ltd. (NGS) is cementing its stronghold in the USA after completing a new agreement to bring its pediatric nutritional height-boosting solution, Healthy Height®, to the US medical market.

The company's latest formula innovations – Kate Farms Pediatric Peptide 1.0 Vanilla and Kate Farms Standard 1.4 Vanilla and Plain – are now listed in the approved Medi-Cal Rx List of Enteral Nutrition Products for children and adult recipients.

With the launch of Bone Broth — inspired by soups and stews — Cerebelly is responding to parents' requests for more variety and are now able to offer their children Cerebelly's full portfolio of products more often for a longer period of time throughout key developmental milestones.

ELSE NUTRITION HOLDINGS INC., the plant-based baby, toddler and children nutrition company, announced the establishment of a dedicated US office and operations. Consistent strong growth of Else Nutrition product sales has led to the need for a full-time team on the ground in the US.

More than ever before, today’s parents, especially Millennials, are paying particular attention to the foods and beverages they give their babies and toddlers.

Consumers today are making mindful choices about their overall health by proactively seeking out tailored, functional solutions customized to meet their individual needs.

HUM Nutrition, the clean and clinically tested DTC vitamin and supplement brand expanded its women's health line with the recent launch of SOS PMS GUMMIES, a gummy with clinically tested chasteberry extract for PMS symptom relief.

Building on her efforts in the White House with her Let's Move! initiative, Mrs. Obama is a Co-Founder and Strategic Partner with PLEZi Nutrition, working behind-the-scenes to guide the company's mission to be a driver of change and a model for how food and beverage brands can support the health of our next generation.

With consumers’ proactive focus on wellness coupled with demands for tailored solutions, these wellness areas are ripe for innovation.

Totally new ingredients will include offerings in the Men's Health, Sports/Active Nutrition and Energy categories. Previously launched but new to SupplySide ingredients include offerings in Muscle Health, Energy, Mood and Sleep categories. All of these ingredients are supported by clinical science, and most are considered “beverage-friendly” as part of PLT's growing beverage ingredient portfolio.

Omya has rebuilt and expanded its calcium carbonate production plant in Orgon, France, creating a substantially higher capacity for its functionalized calcium carbonate product platform, a new packaging line and an on-site warehouse. The modern facility produces the company’s mineral grades for food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic applications in accordance with the most stringent sustainability and quality standards.

Looking ahead to the years after the COVID-19 outbreak, consumers are expected to show higher levels of interest in their immune health. This could open doors for more products with a specific focus on immune health rather than those with multiple health messages of which immunity is simply one of many.

Cymbiotika launched its newest product, Magnesium L-Threonate. The company developed the product to combat magnesium deficiency in adults. Magnesium is an electrolyte and is required for more than 300 processes within the human body.

Premixes range from the mandated vitamins and minerals for addressing nutrient shortfalls to trendy ingredients like turmeric, ginger, activated charcoal, collagen, and botanical bioactives that consumers believe are healthier for them.

Now available to consumers after an extensive research and test pilot phase, the smoothie blend comes in two flavors, Moroccan Chocolate and Vanilla Spice, both of which can be customized with up to four boosters: immune support, metabolism, vascular and recovery.

The product's microplastic-free Himalayan pink salt electrolyte has 270mg of sodium and chelated forms of potassium and magnesium for optimal daily hydration and easy absorption.

Garden of Life®, the carbon-neutral company operating in science-based formulas made from clean, traceable, non-GMO ingredients, introduced a new gummy extension to its popular Vitamin Code line, with seven products formulated to fit a variety of needs.

While the Blood Builder iron supplements were developed for people with iron deficiency, MegaFood Iron Energy Gummies offers a lower potency formula with a moderate 4mg of iron per serving to support the whole family's energy needs.

Using advanced ultrafiltration technology, Nurri's new Milk Shakes retain essential proteins and minerals while delivering a rich, creamy taste with high protein and low sugar. 

France’s Lesaffre Group entered the human health market in 2007 with the establishment of Lesaffre Human Care, which quickly became a world expert in fermentation dedicated to the human nutrition and health market. During the following decade, the Lesaffre Group integrated several leaders in human health, including Gnosis Advanced Biotech, Omniabios, and invested in Envera and Intralytix.

Consumer enthusiasm for plant-based foods continues to grow unabated. This is also affecting the beverage market. Market research company Persistence Market Research (PMR) predicts annual growth rates exceeding 6% for plant-based drinks through 2028. 

GELITA will show how its highly functional Bioactive Collagen Peptides (BCP®), along with the other natural, allergen-free, and clean-label ingredients in its portfolio, can hold the key to on-trend product development. CONFIXXTM next-generation gelatin for fortified gummies, specific BCP® for improved mobility, and pharmaceutical gelatins for targeted fill release will be just three of the innovative solutions on show.

The fungi-infused green juice contains a mega blend of mushrooms: Chaga, Reishi and Tremella combined with organic fruits and vegetables including, granny smith apple, cucumber, pineapple, kiwi, spinach, broccoli, parsley, sea moss, and pearl powder. 

Experience a new era in softgel manufacturing: EASYSEAL® is a pharmaceutical grade gelatin that improves softgel seams and significantly reduces leaking capsules.

Each month, California-based flavor manufacturer T. Hasegawa USA publishes a report detailing emerging consumer trends in CPG food / beverage and foodservice menus.

Epicurated provides unique and compelling perspectives and consists of four topics released quarterly throughout 2024 including Gen Alpha, Food Service, Sports Nutrition, and Alcohol-inspired. Spotlighting ten flavors per release, these presentations provide insight into consumer behaviors and flavor trends, named thematically. 

The interactive platform is not just a digital adventure—but a comprehensive online flavor lexicon. It has unique educational features that help formulators find precise language to articulate their flavor objectives and accelerate the product development cycle.

More than a dozen Seasoning Blends & Packets, BBQ Sauces, and Hot Sauce varieties will be available this month for online shipping and at select grocery stores nationwide, with greater national retail rollout in June.

USDA certification plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and quality of meat and poultry flavors and is required for food products when meat and poultry ingredients surpass a specific threshold in a recipe.

Mosaic Flavors was formed by merging like-minded flavor houses, OC Flavors and Novotaste, into a unified brand. It has become the flavor partner of choice for many iconic brands, leading retailers, and emerging disruptors in the food and beverage industry.

KRAFT says that it recognizes a majority of fans – Gen Z in particular – are hungry for more intense, exploratory flavors but prefer to try them in familiar products from trusted brands.1,2 As a comfort food, known for more than 85 years, KRAFT Mac & Cheese aims to delight its fans with the new flavors.

"The demand for vegetarian options that feature global flavors continues to grow, and we are thrilled to extend our line of frozen Indian entrees to enable a superior in-home experience of one of the most popular Indian dishes, Matar Paneer," said Kiernan Laughlin, general manager.

The Hot or Cold Meal Kits further the brand’s commitment to delivering convenient, high-quality products that make mealtime easier for consumers, while also providing versatility.

This month, pizza lovers will be able to find PORTA Roman-Style pizzas Nationally at Whole Foods, Sprouts and select natural retailers.

For under $5, parents can use these quick mixes to create  Mexican or New Orleans-style school lunches. They’re also a convenient shortcut for whipping up family dinners like chicken and rice bowls, soups, or casseroles in under 30-minutes. 

Fresh and never frozen, the Chorizo & Cheese Pupusas are made with high quality ingredients, packed with 9g of protein, and deliver bold flavors and convenience with no artificial ingredients.

GOLO Foods meals contain a healthy combination of protein, complex carbohydrates, and fiber. The base includes white quinoa, mung beans, adzuki beans, and roasted russet potatoes. 

Idahoan teamed up with the experts in hot sauce at Tapatío® to turn up the heat on their Triple Cheese Mashed Potatoes, which are available in a 4-cup pack

"I'm so excited for Laoban's new Bao Buns to hit freezers nationwide," says Co-Founder Chef Tim Ma. "We've spent the last year working on the recipes to make sure we're bringing the restaurant experience straight to your home kitchen. The final recipe gives me visceral memories of eating Bao buns as a child with my family, and I hope it evokes that same feeling for everyone who eats them."

Vital Pursuit delivers the nutrients this consumer group needs with thoughtfully portioned products that offer at least 20g of protein, great taste, and options with vibrant vegetables.