At this time last year, those working along the cold chain were collectively trying to figure out how to navigate daily—sometimes hourly—changes and disruptions to business in the middle of a pandemic. Today, as the pandemic wanes in the U.S., a new set of challenges exist, but the industry is better prepared and positioned to overcome many of those obstacles.
Plant-based foods innovator Sweet Earth is expanding its Mindful Chik'n Strips line with the release of three new ready-to-eat seasoned offerings available this spring and summer. The new products feature flavorful, globally inspired marinades, providing hungry consumers with a quick plant-based protein option perfect for snacking or adding to a variety of recipes, and with lower environmental impact than its animal-based equivalent.
Core Power announced Strawberry as the latest flavor to join its growing collection of ready-to-drink high protein shakes in the Core Power Elite line, which already includes Chocolate and Vanilla flavors. Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who opt for a significant amount of protein to help support their post-workout recovery, the Core Power Elite line delivers 42 grams of complete protein in each 14-ounce bottle with 230 calories, nine essential amino acids, and seven or eight grams of sugar.
The PPI team specializes in further-processed items for both retail and foodservice, including innovative packaging solutions, ground beef production, protein portioning and seasoned and marinated products.
October 29, 2019
Tyson Fresh Meats, the beef and pork subsidiary of Tyson Foods, Springdale, Ark., formed the Portioned Protein Innovations (PPI) team.
More grillers are sourcing new grilling recipes, tips and ideas online.
August 22, 2019
Nearly 61% of Gen Z/Millennial grillers (ages 18-38) reported grilling year-round, according to an annual grilling survey conducted by Acosta Sales & Marketing, Jacksonville, Fla.
The Cargill study found 93% of respondents across the United States, Brazil, the Netherlands and Vietnam say they care about the ability to feed the world sustainably, with 84% saying that it impacts what they buy.
April 22, 2019
Meat, fish and eggs can be an important parts of a healthy and environmentally responsible diet, say consumers in new global research from Cargill, Minneapolis.