The mean percentage of calories consumed from ultra-processed food decreased over the past decade. Among those of the ages 1 to 18, the mean percentage was 66% between 2017-18. Among adults, the mean ...

DURHAM, NC. — Chocolate, candy and snacks giant Mars Inc. has partnered with biotechnology firm Pairwise to develop more climate-resilient cocoa crops.

Vital Proteins is rolling out a line of collagen and protein ready-to-drink shakes that offer 30 grams of protein and 10 grams of collagen peptides per serving. The chocolate-flavored shake is free ...

The Kraft Heinz Co. has unveiled a new flavor innovation as part of its Kraft Mac & Cheese brand: pizza. Made with notes of garlic and Italian spices, Kraft said the new pasta flavor “captures the ...

Comparable restaurant sales flipped into positive territory for McDonald’s Corp. in the second quarter ended June 30, increasing 3.8% when compared to the previous year’s second quarter. Comparable ...

HANOVER, PA. — Utz Brands, Inc. said it will close its manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids, Mich., as part of its ongoing supply chain transformation. The move will consolidate the company’s ...

PACIFIC GROVE, CALIF. — Fishwife’s core lineup of tinned seafood has expanded with the addition of mussels in two varieties — sweet pepper and garlic and basil pesto.

MIAMI — Trubar, a female-founded protein bar manufacturer, is launching a children’s bar line: Trubar Kids. The line offers three flavors: Iced Oatmeal Blast, Pop Goes Confetti and Fudge-tastic ...

ATCHISON, KAN. — Boosted by gains in its specialty wheat proteins product line, the Ingredient Solutions segment of MGP Ingredients, Inc. enjoyed higher operating income in the second quarter ended ...

Functional, caffeinated chocolate bites and bar maker Awake Chocolate has received C$8 million ($5.8 million) in an investment round, bringing its total funding to C$15.5 million. Btomorrow Ventures ...

In August 2022, FlavorSum acquired flavor manufacturer Meridian Flavors, Inc., making it the fifth manufacturer to join FlavorSum. FlavorSum also acquired Whittle & Mutch, Inc. in August 2021.

KANSAS CITY — To help consumers beat the heat and to capture a new wave of customers, foodservice operators have emphasized refreshing summer beverage introductions and seasonal flavors.