The supplement market, which currently stands at $61.1 billion according to the Nutrition Business Journal, has experienced a significant shift in growth rate over the past two years. From a record high of 14.5% in 2020, the growth rate slowed to 1.9% in 2022. Yet, despite this decline, the market has shown remarkable resilience, surpassing pre-COVID projections by nearly $2 billion and is now demonstrating positive momentum, with more positive growth projected for 2023. As the pandemic has spurred people to pay more attention to their overall health on a daily basis, growth in the dietary sup ..read more

Setting industry standards for a sustainable and ethical organic food sector takes strong investment in both integrity and long-term partnerships. Global Organics understands this. The ingredient distributor has provided certified organic food ingredients to manufacturers and wholesalers worldwide since 1992—a decade before the USDA National Organic Program put the organic seal into action in 2002. Key to the company’s success through both flourishing and challenging economic times has been its focus on strong relationships, organic enforcement and sustainable practices.  “Organics is a t ..read more

Most consumers think of CPGs as a product sitting on a store shelf, but there is another world of opportunity for CPG brands in food service. Partnering with food-service establishments provides CPG brands with increased exposure to new customers. When they see a CPG brand's products at their favorite restaurant or cafe, they may be more likely to look for them at retail. Aligning with food service establishments can also lend credibility to CPG brands. If a popular chain uses a CPG brand's products, it can indicate to customers that they are high quality and reputable. The same goes for a sma ..read more

Marketing. Technology solutions that offer alternatives to expensive third-party certifications. Commercialization first. These were just some of the strategies aimed at broadening the regenerative agriculture movement that industry leaders explored during a panel discussion at Natural Products Expo West in March. "It's miraculous what you can get people to do in terms of behavior change with good marketing. I see vegan 25-year-olds putting collagen in their smoothies. That's miracle marketing," said Greg Horn, managing director and partner at William Hood & Company, an investment banking ..read more

New Hope Network encourages its community members to share open and transparent dialogue about issues that are impacting the food industry and its future. Please help us keep this conversation going. If you’re interested in sharing your opinions on the future of food, email Jessica Rubino at jrubino@newhope.com. All opinions are welcome. As a materials scientist with over 25 years of industrial experience, I know first hand the critical role that materials science plays in the future of our food system. Unfortunately, packaging is often overlooked in this discussion, despite being an ..read more

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has swept the egg industry, taking out more birds than in previous outbreaks and leaving both consumers and producers scrambling. With higher egg prices and fewer hens to meet demand, outbreaks are slowing, but we aren’t out of the woods yet. Consumers will see that outdoor access eggs like Happy Egg Free Range eggs haven’t been impacted as much in price as traditional caged or cage-free eggs. Curious to learn why? Watch this webinar now to get the full rundown. Moderator: Jill Fredenburg Content Marketing Manager, New Hope Network Speakers: Whi ..read more

As consumers get excited about new goals and healthy trends in 2023, growth in the clean ingredient space impacts both producer ingredient selection and sustainability efforts. Individuals are becoming more knowledgeable about unhealthy (and unnecessary) additives and ingredients. As a result, they’re choosing food and beverage options that include primarily clean, whole ingredients. A consumer survey from McKinsey & Company that surveyed 8000 individuals from four countries (including the US) claimed 40% were eating healthier fresh foods while 33% were consuming foods without any art ..read more

Known for its long history of environmental activism, liquid castile soap brand Dr. Bronner's is pushing the progressive envelope again. While it has used post-consumer plastic for 20 years, the San Diego, California-based company is working to ratchet back its reliance on the materials used to package nearly all its products. "Plastic is an existential threat to our business," said Darcy Shiber-Knowles, Dr. Bronner's director of operational stability and innovation. "There is a global plastic pollution crisis. Our plastic is the No. 1 complaint we receive from consumers—about 40% of complaint ..read more

New Hope Network encourages its community members to share open and transparent dialogue about issues that are impacting the food industry and its future. Please help us keep this conversation going. If you’re interested in sharing your opinions on the future of food, email Jessica Rubino at jrubino@newhope.com. All opinions are welcome. Oceans and waterways are our last remaining source of wild protein. As the global population continues to grow, and land-based protein sources become increasingly unsustainable, we must protect and preserve our marine ecosystems. Protecting our marin ..read more

Jody and Crystal Manuel have the kind of picturesque farm you’d like to put on your product label. Prairie Grass Ranch is a Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) fifth-generation farm in northern Montana, where the Manuels have raised six children along with oats, all kinds of legumes, alfalfa and lots of animals including grass-fed cattle, goats, a donkey and some family dogs. The duo manages their land with intention, in ecological balance with the hilly, arid Montana landscape that surrounds them. There is growing interest on behalf of food companies to source from more regenerative farms li ..read more