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Graceland Fruit Hosts Annual Company Picnic
Our 2022 Company Picnic is a wrap! Each year, Graceland Fruit holds an annual company picnic to celebrate our exceptional employees, their families, and their hard work that goes into making exceptional ingredients. Our company picnic has evolved over the years,...

Three 2023 Trend Predictions Revealed at IFT FIRST
Food innovation intelligence company Spoonshot revealed 2023 trend predictions at the annual IFT FIRST exposition at the McCormick Place in Chicago. Kishan Vasani, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Spoonshot, discussed three trend predictions at the...

The Health Benefits of Anthocyanins
Did you know that the chemicals that give plants their bright colors can be especially good for your health? That means fruits and vegetables like blueberries, cherries, and cranberries pack an extra nutritional punch! Anthocyanins are a group of red, purple, and...

5 Reasons to Choose Tart Cherries for Your Innovations
U.S. Montmorency cherries are a red hot ingredient for food and beverage producers as it’s now one of the most sought-after ingredients in a wide range of innovations. Products featuring tart cherries are up by 113% and 70% of health-conscious consumers are willing to...

Nutrition Bar Sales are Rebounding
Nutrition bar sales were once at a flat period but are now rebounding as they are becoming the ‘anytime snack.' Whether it be for breakfast, an on-the-go snack, or a meal replacement, consumers are enjoying nutrition bars anytime and everywhere. According to IRI...

2022 Predictions See Better Days for the Food Industry
2022 Predictions See Better Days for the Food Industry The food industry has had to overcome several COVID-related challenges, including auditing shifts, supply chain disruptions, inflation, and labor shortages. However, as the industry focuses on strengthening the...