Sweet proteins may be 1,000 times sweeter than sugar, but they don’t spike blood glucose, and food-tech startups are betting big on their future. With FDA clearances rolling in and fermentation scaling up, these novel ingredients could reshape sugar reduction strategies across the industry.
Manufacturers are zeroing in on several science-backed functional ingredients – from soluble fibers to botanical extracts – that can support metabolic health. The shift signals a growing industry push toward proactive, nutrient-dense formulations.
Gen Alpha is reshaping school dining as students demand more choice, all‑day breakfast, and hands‑on food experiences. Chartwells K12 is turning those preferences into menu innovation and wellness programs that hint at where the next generation’s eating habits are headed.
Outdated robots sitting under tarps have become a cautionary symbol for manufacturers wary of stranded automation investments. A recent FI webinar explored how flexible, phased deployment models may help food processors modernize operations without creating a future scrap heap.
