How Shifting Consumer Demand Patterns are Contributing to High Egg Prices

February 12, 2025 CoBank

According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, the increase in overall demand for eggs, combined with the growing preference for specialty eggs, is exacerbating the impact of tight supplies precipitated by HPAI. The confluence of all three factors is prolonging the timeline for bringing egg supply and demand into closer alignment. Until then, retail egg prices will remain elevated. 

Now Streaming: The Green Album by Califia Farms, a Collection of Positive Plant Affirmations Narrated by Actor Chris O’Dowd

February 12, 2025 Califia Farms

The album aims to support growth for plants of all kinds–from houseplants that improve the living room air quality to trees that help make the planet greener. For every stream of the album, Califia will plant a tree through support of environmental non-profit tree planting charity One Tree Planted.*

Dawn Foods Acquires Royal Steensma

February 12, 2025 Dawn Food Products, Inc.

Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients supplier Dawn Foods proudly announces the acquisition of Royal Steensma, a renowned family-owned bakery ingredients manufacturing company headquartered in Leeuwarden, The Netherlands.

Westfalia Fruit Introduces Sustainable Dye Extraction from Avocado Byproducts

February 12, 2025 Westfalia Fruit

This marks a significant advancement in total crop utilization; the process extracts perseorangin (a rare and sought-after natural pigment) from avocado stones collected at Westfalia’s UK facility. The pigment offers eight distinct shades ranging from light yellow to rich reddish-brown, creating new opportunities for sustainable coloring solutions across multiple industries.

Edible Garden Expands Production of ‘Squeezables’ Fresh Condiment Line

February 11, 2025 Edible Garden

Squeezables is a new line of shelf-stable, stir in paste herbs designed to revolutionize the fresh condiments category – paving the way for a full-scale ramp-up. This innovation enhances the way consumers experience herbs and condiments, providing a longer shelf life, bold fresh flavor, and a fully recyclable packaging solution that aligns with Edible Garden’s commitment to sustainability and its Zero-Waste Inspired mission.