By The Numbers: Breaking Down The Gluten-Free Trend

June 20, 2023 Ardent Mills

The gluten-free food market is projected to soar, with 1/3 of new products claiming, “gluten-free”. What does this mean for CPG and bakery brands looking to innovate? Pay attention: Gluten-free is just starting to heat up. Indeed, the global gluten-free market is expected to reach $9.99 billion by 2028.

Vital Farms Restorative Eggs Named Mindful Awards’ 2023 “Egg Product of the Year” for Positively Impacting People and the Planet

June 20, 2023 Vital Farms

Vital Farms Restorative Eggs have been shell-ebrated as Mindful Awards’ 2023 “Egg Product of the Year” for doing what’s right for people and the planet. Restorative Eggs are produced on four farms that implemented a suite of regenerative farming principles to promote rich, nutrient-dense soil. These farms have applied regenerative practices to hundreds of acres of farmland and produced over one million high-quality eggs for mindful eaters across the country. This latest recognition of Vital Farms’ ongoing work to bring more ethical food to the table is just one of over a half dozen awards the company has garnered this year.

Nevada Labeling Bill Vetoed Following Bakers, Business Groups, Push

Following proactive outreach from the American Bakers Association (ABA) and other business groups, Nevada’s Governor Joe Lombardo vetoed Nevada State Bill 76 (SB76) on June 16th. 

FDA Releases 2017-2018 Report on the Occurrence of Foodborne Illness Risk Factors in Fast Food and Full-service Restaurants

June 20, 2023 FDA

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released its report on the Occurrence of Foodborne Illness Risk Factors in Fast Food and Full-service Restaurants. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) more than half of foodborne illness outbreaks that occur each year are associated with food from restaurants.

Energy Builds for IFPA Foodservice Conference as Expo Sells Out

Only at The Foodservice Conference do the produce and foodservice industries unite to share ideas, products, and services to advance consumption of fresh produce. The event, from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), is July 27-28 in Monterey, Calif. It features thought leadership, unmatched opportunities to connect, and an expo that is known as the most important 5½ hours in in produce foodservice.