David Wheeler 
USDA Updates Sugar Supply Forecast for 2020–21 The US Department of Agriculture stated in its Feb. 9 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report that forecast record-high US sugar production and slightly higher imports in 2020–21 increased the expected ending stocks-to-use ratio to 16.15%, up from 14.4% in January and sharply up from 12.9% in … Read more
Regulations can hinder the plant-based subcategory. The path to widespread adoption for the plant-based category is still moving quickly, but certain items may be derailed by regulatory obstacles. Presenters discussed the category’s bright future as well as any possible hazards on October 26 at SupplySide West in Las Vegas. According to London-based Euromonitor International, the … Read more
Sparkling Nixie Water shakily shaking the beverage section Her inspiration to produce a healthier drink with fewer packaging came from outdated, overly sweet drinks and plastic-filled shelves. “It seems like we’re still in the past when you walk into the beverage aisle,” she remarked. “It occurred to me that this aisle is still behind the … Read more
Pasta producers are advised to overcome “carb-phobic” obstacles Carl Zuanelli, the National Pasta Association’s chairman of the board of directors, gave an impassioned farewell speech in which he urged members to “make a lot of happy lives: Find pasta. Make pasta,” embrace the pasta-loving millennial generation in the largest pasta market in the world, and … Read more
Pilnick says WK Kellogg results will be fueled by focus. Gary H. Pilnick, chairman and CEO of WK Kellogg Co., declared, “Going forward, everything we do is in service of cereal.” During WK Kellogg’s first earnings call after splitting off from Kellogg Co., Mr. Pilnick gave a passionate and upbeat analysis of the direction the … Read more
Climate-friendly menu items are highlighted by the “Cool Food Meals” certification. Beginning with Panera Bread, a new “Cool Food Meals” badge is making an appearance on restaurant menus across the country. The certification program was started by the World Resources Institute (WRI) to assist customers in selecting menu items that are climate-friendly whether they are … Read more
Snacking is considered a resurgent market for foodservice. Snack-sized menu options are not new to foodservice operators, especially quick-service restaurants (QSR). Although small plates have long been a part of the menu, evidence from market researchers suggests that customers’ interest in non-meal snacks and treats at restaurants is increasing, and that this trend may continue. … Read more