Rio Roses: 6 Bold & Beautiful Wedding Flower Trends For 2024

June 13, 2024 Rio Roses/Equiflor

Flowers have always been a must-have for weddings, combining tradition with beauty. In 2024, however, wedding flowers are about more than tradition: they’re about making a statement.

Ken and Jean Royer Family Fund Provides Travel Grantsfor Retail Florists

The Ken and Jean Royer Family Fund supports continued education for retail florists and promotes attendance and participation at in-person conferences and events.

Almond Board of California Launches Masterclass Series

The Almond Board of California (ABC) has launched its Almond Butter and Chocolate Masterclass series, in collaboration with the renowned Ecole Chocolat Professional School of Chocolate Arts. This partnership aims to offer a unique educational experience, providing valuable insights and practical skills related to formulations, flavours, and texture considerations in confectionery.

Fooditive Launches Revolutionary ‘Keto-Fructose’ Sweetener from Apples and Pears in the US – a Healthier, More Sustainable Alternative to Sugar

June 13, 2024 Fooditive

Derived from apples and pears through an exclusive fermentation process, Keto-Fructose seamlessly replaces sugar in a diverse array of applications, including chocolate, baked goods, fruit fillings, glazes, and beverages. The sweetener closely mimics the flavor profile of sugar, making it an ideal replacement for reducing sugar content without losing the beloved taste consumers crave.

Volpi Foods CEO Lorenza Pasetti Named ‘Mindful CEO of the Year’

June 13, 2024 Volpi Foods

Under Pasetti, Volpi has also converted their entire pre-sliced line to Eco-Pack™ which is 80% less plastic than a standard deli pack, and through food upcycling. By chopping the ends of their pepperoni and chorizo, Volpi has been able to reduce food waste and create a new product: Pepperoni & Chorizo Crumbles. Volpi also donates ends of products to local food pantries.