Cutting the salt from school meals

[ad_1] KANSAS CITY — Most people in the United States consume too much sodium, with the majority coming from processed, packaged and prepared foods, and the foods served through the…

Complex challenges remain for sustainably grown cocoa

[ad_1] The production of chocolate has long been linked to deforestation and myriad issues that come with impoverished regions where it’s grown, but many in the industry are working to…

Tracking the latest fats and oils trends

[ad_1] CHICAGO — Today’s shoppers not only want more for their dollar — they also want more for their calories. And with fat being the most calorically dense nutrient at…

Formulating foods for air fryers

[ad_1] CHICAGO — Air fryers, which are basically miniature convection ovens, have become a must-have cooking appliance in America. Unlike other faddish appliances like bread makers and waffle irons, air…

Cargill to supply certified palm oil

[ad_1]  MINNEAPOLIS  — Cargill will now solely supply certified Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO.) The company will no longer supply conventional palm oil in its United States portfolio. The move…

Formulating a sugar-free boost

[ad_1] CHICAGO — The first commercially produced carbonated soft drink — Dr Pepper — was marketed for its ability to “restore vim, vigor and vitality.” Since its 1885 introduction, many…

CFI 2023 Transparency Summit registration now open

[ad_1] GLADSTONE, MO. — The Center for Food Integrity (CFI) is holding its 2023 Transparency Summit this Nov. 14-15 at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel. The event will feature learning…

Capitalizing on the keto trend

[ad_1] KANSAS CITY — Starting with the Atkins Diet, low-carbohydrate diets have taken turns grabbing consumers’ attention this century. In recent years “keto-friendly” products have become popular. Sweeteners, fibers, nuts…

Benson Hill creates chief transformation officer post

[ad_1] ST. LOUIS — Kimberly Hurst has been promoted to chief transformation officer at Benson Hill, Inc. In the newly created role Ms. Hurst will lead cross-functional projects to drive…

Ag giants Bunge and Viterra to merge

[ad_1] ST. LOUIS — Bunge Ltd. and Viterra have agreed to a merger that will create one of the world’s largest agribusiness firms, moving it closer in size and scope…