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Last week we attended NJ FoodTech 2024 at Rutgers University, here are some key takeaways we gathered! At the forefront of the panel on ingredient and flavor innovations, moderated by Juan Salinas, Ph.D., Founder & CEO of Pnuff, industry leaders, including Dillon Friday, Associate VP of Creation & Application at Symrise NA., explored pivotal trends and challenges: Spicy Maple: Projected as the next major flavor trend following the success of hot honey. Peach Flavors: Increasing in popularity, driven by the Fuzzy Peach Pantone color trend. Supply Chain Challenges: Discussing the complexities of managing seasonal products, such as out-of-season carrots. AI Technology: Highlighting the integration of AI, like Symvision AI and Protiscan®, to enhance flavor development and processes. Sustainability: A focus on sustainable flavors and chemicals in food products. Raw Materials: Combining new technologies with traditional practices and tackling raw material sourcing challenges. Support for Startups: Insights and recommendations for launching new products within the industry. Dr. Dillon Friday addressed misconceptions about natural flavors, underscoring their regulation and essential role in maintaining brand equity. Click here to discover more! https://lnkd.in/eJEmFhtu #NJFoodTech2024 #FoodInnovation #FlavorTrends #Sustainability #AITechnology #SupplyChain #IndustryInsights #FoodTech

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Consider how dog food is marketed. The end user cannot read the claims made on the package. Fido doesn’t care if it is organic, grain-free, made with whole grain, or deboned chicken is our #1 ingredient! Fido is going to eat it, more than likely, if you give it to him. Dog food, like most products, is marketed to the purchaser, not the user. I think the Dog Food Marketing principal contributes to the abundance of restaurant tech solutions intended to help operators better understand operating metrics. These products are marketed to C-suite management teams (I should know, I am one). When you focus on the spreadsheet possibilities of performance enhancement, it’s understandable that tools designed to provide “additional insights” sound like they could be helpful. And since we C-suite restaurant execs are the ones writing the checks for new tools, we support their proliferation. What’s the old saying? To a hammer, every problem looks like a nail. How about looking at this differently? If you are trying to lose a few pounds, it’s not likely that your first step would be to buy a more accurate scale. There’s an opportunity for meaningful improvement in business profitability in using new tools to achieve new levels of efficiency. No, I’m not talking about replacing cooks with robots either. Why not supply our teams with tools to support organization and efficiency? PS. That’s what we are building at Byte Kitchen

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Kefir-- a fermented dairy beverage-- is rising in popularity. I weigh in on this good-for-you drink in this article via Layla Khoury-Hanold via Food Network where it takes about: --What is kefir? --How is kefir made? --What does kefir taste like? --Health benefits --The difference between kefir and yogurt --And of course, HOW to pronounce it!

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A Compelling Comparison of uFoodin Platform and Food Trade Shows for Professionals and Companies Developing International Sales and Purchases 👇 #foodtradeshow #b2b #ufoodin #sales #purchases

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In the June 18 issue of Food Business News read about #productdevelopment sparking #ancientgrain interest, Kellanova staying on track for growth and Kraft Heinz pivoting to #innovation. #foodindustry

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We are alternative under the adult beverage umbrella. At SōRSE Technology, we've always considered ourselves as a food and beverage ingredient technology company versus a "cannabis company". Many of our clients identify more with the general beverage industry than the cannabis industry - And many of our target customers (when it comes to low dose beverages) don't identify as a cannabis consumer yet either! The positioning of the Adult Beverage Alliance is spot on and helping us align more with alcohol and other adult beverage alternatives. If you're in Massachusetts, check out this association and how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/euuiBaAJ #drinkcannabis Craft Collective, Inc. Atlantic Beverage Distributors Cannabis Beverage Association Hemp Beverage Alliance

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This article from The Food Institute perfectly captures the essence of the clean label movement - consumers are demanding more from their food, and they're willing to pay a premium for it. Clean label goes beyond just ingredients. It's about transparency and building trust with our consumers. I’m proud to be a part of this growing movement, and can't wait to see what the future holds for Meala Foodtech! #cleanlabel #protein #health #transparency #foodindustry

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I can think of no better trend than culinary professionals, influencers, and tastemakers finally saying out loud that high-quality processed foods are as good, if not better, than made-fresh-from-scratch ingredients. Just as I don't expect others to agree with me on politics, books, and movies, I don't expect everyone to enjoy repetitive cooking tasks. What I find meditative and satisfying others find tedious, boring, and pointless. Fair enough! We need high-quality processed goods so that everyone can enjoy exceptional food every day for every meal. IT IS POSSIBLE! It's time to demand that our food processing infrastructure deliver fresh, flavorful, nutritious ingredients that are both affordable and save time. https://lnkd.in/gCcwZBPY

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This one has become one of ATHON Natural Energy Drink favorite flavors: https://a.co/d/bqjii3d

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Woodstock Heritage Strains NY Prod Family is growing!!! This is the month we go from one Product to THREE+! 1️⃣ our original Shatter Infused Pre-Rolls - more being produced right now: Gary Payton flower 🏀 x Gary Payton shatter 🏀 - Hybrid Peanut Butter Breath flower x Purple Mountain Majesty - Indica leaning 2️⃣ our NEW Live Resin Powdered Nugs - dropping THIS WEEK Gary Payton flower 🏀 x Lemon Kush Mintz 🍋 live resin - Sativa dominant PB&J (Peanut Butter Breath 🥜 flower x Grapes & Cream 🍇 live resin) - Hybrid 3️⃣ NEW Live Resin Vape 1g carts AND 0.5g all-in-ones - dropping later this month! 100% PURE Live Resin - no fillers. Best-in-class AVD hardware 1st strain to drop: Sherbert Cookies 🍪 - cross of Biscotti Sherb + Oreoz with slight peppery / herbal flavors, with sweet undertones. Several more coming over the course of this month... ________________________________________ We'll be visiting some dispensaries in the Finger Lakes & Upstate NY region this week!! Martin Mills Cirona Labs — DISCLAIMER: Nothing for sale. Per 935 CMR 500: For use only by adults 21 years of age or older. This product has not been analyzed or approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and may cause impairment and may be habit forming. There is limited information on the side effects of using this product, and there may be associated health risks. Marijuana use during pregnancy and breast-feeding may pose potential harms. It is against the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of this product. KEEP THIS PRODUCT AWAY FROM CHILDREN. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. Marijuana can impair concentration, coordination, and judgment. The impairment effects of Edibles may be delayed by two hours or more. In case of accidental ingestion, contact poison control hotline 1-800-222-1222 or 9-1-1. This product may be illegal outside of NY.

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And now, the surprising financial side of this innovation story. How did Vertical Harvest Farms do it? Besides grit and a willing community - the details are in the article below. In my view, Vertical Harvest Farms is leading the wave in #cea Nona Yehia Supreet Singh Manchanda Gingee Prince

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Flashfood's 2023 Impact Report is out, reminding us all that "fruits and vegetables make up a massive portion of our food waste...it's the most difficult staple to get from stores to households." As ReFED's Dana Gunders shares in the report, "it's going to take a whole ecosystem of solutions to really make a difference [in reducing food waste]." Afresh is proud to be part of the ecosystem working to eliminate food waste and make fresh food accessible to all. Access the full report here: https://hubs.li/Q02C7C6l0

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The Best Way to Preserve Pecan Milk: Maintaining Freshness and Nutrients ft. Nijil Jamal Jones of Pecan Milk Cooperative  https://lnkd.in/e5EwiRp5 . . . #plantbasedonfire #plantbasedonfirepodcast #plantbasedcompany #plantbasedbusiness #plantbasedmilk #plantbasedlife #plantbasedlifestyle

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Why are ASMR videos becoming a go-to strategy for food marketers? ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) videos have gained significant popularity, here's why: Enhanced Sensory Experience: They create an immersive sensory experience, making viewers feel as if they are experiencing the food firsthand, increasing interest and desire. Emotional Connection: ASMR's calming effects build a positive emotional bond with the brand, fostering loyalty and encouraging repeat purchases. Memorable Content: The unique nature of ASMR content helps food products stand out and remain memorable in a crowded digital space. Broad Appeal: ASMR attracts a diverse audience, allowing brands to reach potential customers beyond traditional advertising methods. High Engagement: These videos encourage deeper viewer engagement, leading to more interactions with the brand, such as exploring product details, making purchases, and sharing content.

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On an episode of our Food Fight Podcast, we hear our host Matt Eastland and EIT Food's CEO Richard Zaltzman discuss regenerating the food system. 🌍 Many topics were covered such as regenerative leadership, transformative ideas and business models, plus lots more. In a quick fire question round, Matt asked Richard for one tip for improving food waste... 🥕 🍓 🍏 "Better engagement between the farmers and retailers and probably for society to accept that food doesn't look like an Instagram model. Food is wonky. Food is natural. It's a natural product. And that pressure to produce something Instagrammable that is raw (such as) a carrot or an apple or a potato or a steak, that looks perfect, clearly creates a lot of pressure on farmers. I would love to see more of a view of food as an ingredient rather than food as an Instagrammable product." 💚 Watch the interview here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eHD4Ug4F #foodsystem #foodwaste #regenerativeagriculture

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Macroeconomic issues can significantly impact businesses, as seen in the context post. While some companies, like Beyond Meat, attribute declining sales to macroeconomic challenges, others navigate these issues successfully. Entrepreneurs like John Foraker and Rashid Ali demonstrate that with the right strategies, businesses can thrive by offering premium products at premium prices, even in inflationary times. This suggests that macroeconomic conditions can both challenge and offer opportunities for businesses. #FoodIndustry #FoodIndustryNews #BusinessSrategies #Economy

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Great article and thanks for the FABID mention Deena Shanker. The reset will benefit the industry long term.

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the next Sensi Sessions is 5/2..

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