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In this episode of The Natural List, co-hosts Jessica Rubino and Adrienne Smith are joined by nutrition experts Jessie Shafer, RD and Debra Eschmeyer. According to Eschmeyer, two out of three children on average drink a sugary beverage every day. Moreover, children consume approximately fifty-three pounds of added #sugar per year. To combat this acclimation to extremely sweet products, many #CPG brands are starting to reduce added sugar and natural sweeteners in children’s products and increasing nutrients like fiber and protein. Bottom line: when it comes to sweetness, less is more. Listen here: https://utm.io/ugPXr #naturalproducts #brands #lowsugar #childrensnutrition

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From cottage cheese to whole milk, find out why dairy foods are back in the spotlight and here to stay in this new article written by Dairy Council of CA CEO Amy DeLisio. #CAdairy #SustainableEating #NutritionScience

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The moderation trend is continuing to accelerate! The NA segment of on-premise beer sales in the U.S. jumped 33.7% over the last 52 weeks with broad-based gains in all 50 states! 💪 📈 🍻 At Partake Brewing we are seeing on-premise operators move from offering 1 NA beer option to now several with macros and craft represented in addition to house mocktails. 🍺 🍷 🍹 This is an exciting time for the non-drinker and moderator alike! Gone are the days of water, juice, milk, and soda as the non-alcoholic options. 🤩 https://lnkd.in/gibbdbPB

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How is the rise of GLP-1 drugs and health-conscious consumers impacting the grocery and food industry? We explore this and more in the latest issue of California Grocer magazine, “The New Food Frontier.” Read on page 16: https://lnkd.in/gMy24NSS

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 🌱 Plant-Based Surge Continues! 🌱 A new report from the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) and the retail merchant Kroger highlights a significant trend that we all support: plant-based food sales are on the rise for the fourth consecutive year! The report insights show plant-based alternatives making their way into more baskets, with shoppers seeking nutritious, eco-friendly choices that fit their budgets. As the demand for these products increases, brands and retailers have an incredible opportunity to innovate and meet evolving consumer needs. Fava ingredients can make a real impact in plant-based products foods that consumers want for great taste and texture! What do you think is driving this shift? Are we looking at a long-term change in eating habits? #PlantBased #SustainableFood #FoodIndustry #ConsumerTrends #Innovation #HealthyLiving #SustainableFood #FoodIndustry #ConsumerTrends #Innovation #HealthyLiving #FavaBeans #FavaFlour #FormulatewithFava

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Ventura Foods is a California-based joint venture between CHS and Mitsui & Co. that produces oil-based ingredients and food products for the foodservice industry. Co-owning Ventura Foods directly connects CHS farmer-owners to the food supply chain, says Todd Biedenfeld, director of vegetable oil and sunflower sales with CHS. “CHS has had incredible returns from our soy and canola processing businesses over the last few years and Ventura Foods is a large contributor to that success,” he says. “Rewards to owners traditionally end when we ship out the refined oil and meal from our facilities. Owning 50% of Ventura Foods allows CHS to participate more completely in the supply chain and when Ventura Foods is profitable, we share in that success.” Learn more about Ventura Foods and how it is driving oilseed demand: https://bit.ly/3Uzm1H8.

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Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) Misses Q1 Revenue Estimates - Empowering Investors to Take Action! 📈💪 Summary: Tyson Foods, a leading global food company, recently reported its Q1 revenue which fell short of market expectations. This unexpected development presents an opportunity for HSA investors to take action and potentially benefit from the situation. By leveraging your HSA account and investing strategically, you can position yourself for growth and maximize your healthcare savings. Subheadings: 1. Understanding the Q1 Revenue Miss 2. The Potential Opportunity for HSA Investors 3. Growing Your Health Savings Account Through Wise Investments 4. Investing in Healthcare - A Smart Move for Long-Term Benefits 5. Don't Let FOMO Hold You Back - Act Now! In this highly competitive market, it's important to stay ahead of the game when it comes to growing your HSA funds. While Tyson Foods may have faced a setback in Q1, as an investor, you have the power to turn this situation into a positive outcome by making wise investment choices. By diversifying your HSA investments and focusing on healthcare and wellness sectors, you can not only support your personal health and that of your family but also potentially generate attractive returns. Investing in companies like Tyson Foods, despite the temporary Q1 revenue miss, can offer long-term growth potential. Don't let the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) prevent you from taking action. Seize this opportunity to invest strategically, leveraging your HSA funds to not only enhance your financial well-being but also contribute to your overall health and wellness goals. Act now, take advantage of the moment, and grow your HSA account with confidence! 💰👊 #hsa #investing #healthcare #health #family #wellness

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Kefir-- a fermented dairy beverage-- is rising in popularity. I weigh in on this good-for-you drink in this article via Layla Khoury-Hanold via Food Network where it takes about: --What is kefir? --How is kefir made? --What does kefir taste like? --Health benefits --The difference between kefir and yogurt --And of course, HOW to pronounce it!

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This is interesting US BEER IRI grocery sell thru data from last 26wks Sept 2024 comparing alcoholic beer sell thru vs non-alcoholic beer sell thru where non-alc beer has ~73% slower velocity vs alc beer. Strange that non-alc beer the top 10-50% of beers is only 0.3 units slower vs the top 10% segment(this differs a lot from alc beer which has a 6.8 unit difference). I'm curious if this can mean that there isn't really one dominant non-alc beer SKU on shelf, but the consumer is being promiscuous in buying a few different non alcs brands and/or variety of SKUs when they fill their cart. Anyone else have any ideas on this? NOTE units could be anything from a 24ct case, 12pk, 6pk, 4pk, or even a single unit so need to make some assumptions where for non-alc beer the typical retail format is a 6pk or 12pk so the top 10% sales velocity is 3.3 units/week could equate to 20-40 cans/bottles per week. Either way some interesting data to benchmark your sales off prem.

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The resurgence of dairy foods is just beginning, and there is much to anticipate. Take a look at our newest column from Amy DeLisio, MPH, RDN, the CEO of Dairy Council of California, to learn more. #DairyCouncilofCalifornia #AmyDelisio #DairyFoods #DairyResurgence https://lnkd.in/g7Rd4Dtg

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🚀 Bringing Science and Clinic Trails to Consumer Health 🚀 I’m always excited to see companies leading the charge in the wellness industry, and Kat Cole, CEO of Athletic Greens (AG1), is doing just that! 🌿 In her recent interview with CNBC, Kat shares how AG1 is reshaping the supplement industry by delivering high-quality, science-backed nutrition directly to consumers. Their approach resonates deeply with what we’re doing at Restore Hyper Wellness. Both AG1 and Restore are united by a common goal: leveraging cutting-edge science to help people optimize their health and performance. Whether it’s through daily supplementation or Hyper Wellness® services, the focus is on providing accessible, effective solutions that drive real results. 🌟 At Restore, we believe in empowering our clients with the tools to feel better, do more, and live healthier, and it’s exciting to see other innovative companies like Athletic Greens pushing those same boundaries. Together, we’re proving that wellness and science can go hand in hand. 🔬💪 Check out Kat’s interview here to learn more about AG1’s impressive growth and their vision for the future of supplements. #Wellness #HealthTech #AthleticGreens #RestoreHyperWellness #ScienceBacked #KatCole #AG1 #HyperWellness #Innovation

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Did you see our feature in the Sacramento Business Journal? We are sharing how Exceedient Foods, the innovation arm of Farmers' Rice Cooperative, is revolutionizing the food industry with single-source gluten-free ingredient solutions. 🌾✨ Dive into the full article to explore our commitment to shaping a future of delicious and sustainable food:https://lnkd.in/gkUarX24

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SKU's mentor community has deep experience building brands and disrupting categories, whether that be Matthew OHayer, who upended the egg industry with Vital Farms, or Jeff Richards, who launched Mooala, which has created new innovations within the plant-based milk segment. SKU Fall '24 mentor Jill Talcott  is a passionate food and beverage lover and creator with a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit. During her time as a leader in innovation, commercialization and development at Starbucks for over 16 years, working on CPG and food-service projects for the U.S. and International markets. She developed and launched coconut milk to over 15K stores, pioneered the development of alternative milks to replace traditional dairy bases and delivered a breakthrough beverage innovation through a new chocolate strategy. During her time as a leader in innovation and development at Starbucks, Jill is most proud of her work in taking the cold coffee experience to new levels through innovative thought leadership, passion, teamwork, and a devotion to finding solutions. She was the winner of Starbucks' “Trail Blazer” and “Courage” awards for Innovation (championing and driving big ideas to life). As a Food Tech Evangelist at Amazon, Jill developed and trained the team on the product development process and established trained panel to guide rapid product and packaging decision making .   In 2021 she started UpCup Creations, a beverage development consulting firm. She has helped small brands bring numerous products to market from coffee beverages to cocktails in can, and many things in between. Her specialties are beverage innovation, product development, including ingredient sourcing and Commercialization. If you would like to work with passionate founders and rocks stars like Jill, we have a small number of mentor spots left for talented CPG leaders. If you would like to learn more, fill out our Mentor Interest Form and we will schedule an interview. https://lnkd.in/grvpPD8e Michelle Breyer Buff Greebe Maddie S. Brooke Wilson #mentors #mentoring #mentorshipmatters #accelerator #cpgaccelerator #startups #cpgstartups #founders #cpgfounders #entrepreneurship #cpg #cpgs #consumerpackagedgoods #consumerproducts #foodandbeverage #innovation #commercialization #productcreation #productlaunch #coffee #coldbrew #coldcoffee #coffeeinnovation #productinnovation

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As consumers seek healthier options in their food choices, fermented foods have seen a resurgence in popularity, and Fermented Food Holdings (FFH) hopes to take advantage of the rising demand. The company recently promoted Jorge Azevedo from chief operating officer to be its first CEO, and he joins the Food For Thought podcast to discuss the company’s growth and its mission moving forward. In addition, Azevedo offers his insights into the fermented foods marketplace and the demand for those products from consumers, and how FFH is looking to grow not just in the fermented foods space, but also as a functional foods company. Listen to the episode with the link below or find us on your favorite podcast streaming service! #FermentedFoodHoldings #FFH #fermentedfood #fermentedfoodmarketplace #functionalfoods #FoodForThought #foodpodcast #foodprocessing #foodnews https://lnkd.in/gN_kpxT3

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Check out this great summary of what we served up at Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) FIRST this week in Prepared Foods Magazine. #SugarReduction #FunctionalBeverage #Food #Beverage #TasteBlazers #IFT2024 #Health #Wellness #ProductDevelopment

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Dive into the latest edition of Dairy Processing Magazine, featuring Dairy Council of California's Nutrition & Industry Affairs Officer, Ashley Rosales, RDN. Discover her insights on consumer behavior and the functional health benefits of dairy across the lifespan. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02Gh9D80 #dairy #dairynutrition #dairycouncilofca #dairyprocessing #health

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