Renewable packaging will reduce the egg industry’s plastic cartons by 4.5 Million the first year.
March 13, 2020
Nature’s Yoke, one of the oldest co-ops of family farms on the east coast producing organic, pasture-raised and free-range eggs, plans to eliminate post-consumer recycled plastic (rPET) egg cartons in 2020 and replace them with cartons made from 100% post-consumer paper. By eliminating all plastic egg packaging, Nature’s Yoke will reduce the number of plastic cartons used within the egg industry by 4,560,090 cartons annually.
DiNoci Natural Foods, makers of artisan plant-based frozen desserts announce four new flavors of its almond milk-based desserts--bringing the brand total to eight--using premium ingredients free of gums and additives.
This year, Lotito Foods, the family-owned, four-generation cheese company, has vastly expanded production and distribution of their innovative, low-carb, naturally lactose and gluten-free cheese wraps. Folios Cheese Wraps are the first and only keto-approved lightly baked sheets of cheese that can be wrapped, stuffed, rolled, melted, crisped and baked to perfection. These wraps are extremely popular with keto, allergy-friendly and low-carb diets and for anyone looking for alternative to culinary wraps or as an interesting twist to an everyday recipe.
Toppan Printing, a global leader in communication, security, packaging, décor materials, and electronics solutions, will launch sales of a new food packaging system called Green Flat, which addresses the need to reduce plastic packaging and can be used as an alternative to conventional skin packs.
The company also expands its line of Veggie Bowls with four new flavors.
February 27, 2020
Ark Foods, the modern-day farming brand known for creating fresh and exciting produce, is expanding its classic line of Veggie Bowls with four new flavors: Buffalo Cauli Mac, General Tso's Cauli, Alfredo Veggie Spaghetti and Sesame Veggie Noodles. This launch will expand its best-selling category and put Ark Foods at the forefront of the plant-based movement, leading the ever-popular trend with better-for-you, heat-and-eat options. To accommodate the brand’s rapid growth, Ark Foods is opening a new 15,000 square foot production facility in New Jersey.
Ahead of grilling season, Incogmeato is debuting its new, ready-to-cook plant-based Burger Patties, Original Bratwurst and Italian Sausage with complete protein. Masquerading as meat, Incogmeato tricks your taste buds with its meat-like experience and flavors from natural sources.
Melissa's Produce introduces Jicama Wraps--a healthy alternative to corn or flour tortillas. Sliced paper thin and sold in a shelf-stable package of six, these fat-free wraps are only 8 calories apiece, with less than 2 grams of carbohydrates. In comparison, a corn tortilla typically has 50-60 calories and quadruple the carbs; a medium-size flour tortilla contains 94 calories.
Atlanta-based High Road Craft Brands Inc. launched a full line of Mexican-inspired helados at HEB supermarkets throughout Texas. The new addition to the High Road Craft Brands portfolio places an emphasis on the authentic flavors of Mexico.
Shareable, plant-based snack launch is aimed at Valentine's Day.
February 14, 2020
Sabra is going sweet on you in time for Valentine’s Day by introducing Dark Chocolate Dessert Dip & Spread. Featuring a rich chocolate taste, the plant-based dip pairs with sweet, savory and snackable favorites from strawberries and bananas to churros, graham crackers and pretzels. It’s the perfect way for consumers looking to sweeten things up to take a dip into something new and exciting this Valentine’s Day.
Shamrock Farms is shaking things up in 2020 with the launch of its latest innovation Rockin' Protein Plus, the first ready-to-drink beverage to combine the dual benefits of protein and superfruits with fresh Shamrock Farms milk.