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Below you'll find several articles to keep you up to date on news and trends.
The Health Benefits and Uses of Leeks
Most people are quite familiar with vegetables like garlic, onions, and shallots. These pungent root vegetables have been staples in many different types of cuisine around the world for thousands of years. Yet there is a related vegetable that has similar uses that doesn’t get as much attention: the leek.
Herbs and Flavorings Make All the Difference
Rather than constantly reinventing the wheel, food producers often rely on tweaking formulations and ingredients to make a new product or an updated version of an older product. One of the ways to update or improve a recipe, of course, is to introduce different herbs and flavorings.
What Are the Health Benefits of Spinach?
Some vegetables are known for having high nutrient density, which means that you get a lot more nutrients in fewer calories. One example of this kind of veggie that has sometimes been referred to as a “superfood” is spinach. This leafy green vegetable happens to be a powerhouse of nutrition that is associated with many health benefits.
Staying Ahead of the Curve With Product Innovation
Every year, commercial food producers and manufacturers spend a lot of time and resources on the development of new products that can appeal to both old and new customers alike. This trend isn’t likely to change this year, and in fact industry experts are expecting an even greater level of investment in 2024.
Do Green Peas Have Health Benefits?
The green pea is one of the smallest vegetables in nature, yet it contains a surprising variety of nutrients and healthy compounds that are good for many aspects of health. From split pea soup to stews and various other trendy side dishes, green peas are a nutritious and versatile ingredient that also happens to provide a number of health benefits.
Benefits and Uses of Natural Food Coloring
How different products are made with different colors is a question that has become much more important in recent years. Just as consumers are more interested in natural products in general these days, they are also interested in natural coloring agents.
Is Eating Jalapeño Peppers Good for You?
In addition to its unique spicy flavor, the jalapeño also happens to be rich in nutrients and bioactive compounds that have been proven to be good for overall health and wellness. And while these spicy peppers are known for their heat, the different cultivars all have different levels of spiciness according to the Scoville scale.
Silva Rolls Out New Product Concept Capabilities
With extensive experience, advanced processing facilities, and a global reach, Silva International has provided food manufacturers with everything they need to deliver high quality end products that delight and impress their customers. This year, we are expanding our capabilities by offering product concept development, a value-added bonus that can help you identify even more new options for your business.
Pet Food Trends for 2024
In the past few decades, the market for pet food has grown considerably, and in many ways the pet food products being developed have reflected the meals of their human counterparts. In 2024, this connection between human food and pet food trends will continue to grow closer.
What’s New for 2024?
This year, consumers can expect some new trends and some that will continue from recent years. For instance, plant-based alternatives to meat and fish are likely to become even more prevalent as the desire for better health and wellness keeps growing. At the same time, forces like climate change and political instability around the world are highlighting a desire for comfort foods and relaxation.