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Silva International Names New President as Longtime Leader Retires
Silva International announces a major leadership transition as longtime President Kent DeVries retires after more than 30 years of service. Jeff Weidenaar will step into the role of President, with Darren Van Essen appointed as Vice President of Sales. These changes mark an exciting new chapter as Silva continues to grow and strengthen its position in the industry.
Horseradish: More Than Just a Condiment
Most people know horseradish as the white, fiery condiment that comes in small jars next to the mustard and ketchup. But as consumers become more interested in bold flavors and functional ingredients, horseradish offers food manufacturers opportunities to create products with both intense taste and interesting health benefits.
Functional Pet Food: Where Nutrition Meets Purpose
The pet food industry continues to grow as owners are willing to spend more and do the necessary research to ensure their pets are eating healthy. For pet food manufacturers, this creates opportunities to develop products with ingredients that deliver specific health benefits while still tasting good to pets.
Green Beans: Simple, Nutritious, and Versatile
Americans eat millions of pounds of green beans each year in both fresh and processed forms, and they appear in everything from frozen dinners to restaurant specialties. But as delightful as they are to consume, they’re also a great source of a wide range of nutrients that are associated with numerous health benefits.
Tomatoes: Healthy, Versatile, and Delicious
Consumers enjoy tomatoes for their bright flavor and versatility, while also benefiting from their substantial nutritional value. Food manufacturers continue to find new ways to include tomatoes in both traditional recipes and unexpected product categories, creating foods that deliver both taste and function.
Heating Up: Current Trends in Condiments and Seasonings
Condiments and seasonings have evolved from simple flavor enhancers to essential components that define modern dishes. For food manufacturers, this evolution in preferences provides opportunities to develop exciting new products that bring the heat.
Sneaking in the Greens: How Vegetables Are Transforming Snacks and Comfort Foods
Vegetables increasingly appear in unexpected places across the food industry. From cauliflower pizza crusts to sweet potato chips, these nutritional powerhouses now enhance many popular snacks and comfort foods. The growing presence of vegetables in these categories creates opportunities for manufacturers to develop products that deliver both indulgence and nutritional benefits.
The Healthiest Spring Vegetables: Nutrient Powerhouses for Product Innovation
Spring is a season of renewal, and the vegetables that arrive with it reflect that spirit. These seasonal harvests have always had a special appeal, but today they’re also shaping product development. What was once just part of seasonal eating is now a platform for innovation, as manufacturers turn to spring vegetables to meet growing demand for nutrition-forward foods made with familiar, trusted ingredients.
Flavor Innovation in 2025
Flavor innovation continues to drive advancements in food manufacturing, with increasing consumer demand for complex, multisensory taste experiences. No longer satisfied with simple flavor combinations, today’s consumers seek depth, layering, and authenticity in their food choices. This shift presents both opportunities and challenges for manufacturers, requiring a strategic approach to ingredient selection, processing techniques, and product stability.
Healthiest Winter Vegetables: Nutritional Powerhouses for Product Development
Winter vegetables deliver peak nutrition during the coldest months of the year, offering robust flavor and functional benefits for food manufacturers. From earthy root vegetables to hearty greens, winter produce provides versatile ingredients for creating flavorful, nutrient-dense products across multiple categories. Their exceptional stability and culinary versatility make them valuable components in applications ranging from savory foods to functional beverages.