Artificial and Natural Sweeteners

Podcast: Incredo Sugar on sweeteners

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:55:00 -0400

We recently talked with Kelly Thompson, CEO, Incredo Sugar, about sweetener trends and innovations.

Finding solutions for reduced-sugar experiences

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500

A spokesperson from Givaudan reveals how brands can establish the best flavors for reduced-sugar solutions and sweeteners.

Incredo launches clean-label Incredo Sugar G2

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500

The newly developed solution obtains regulatory approval upon receiving FDA "No Questions" letter.

Ingredients PLUS builds out Pennsylvania plant, earns BRC certification

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) certificate, a food safety stamp of approval, is among the world’s most widely recognized standard for suppliers.

OC Flavors debuts new website

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 10:30:00 -0500

The site features a wide range of information about the flavor house’s products and services.

Sweeteners Plus rebrands to ingredients PLUS

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:15:00 -0500

The new name—part of a rebranding campaign—mirrors the company’s expanding fulfilment capabilities and logistics for a nationwide line-up of customers.

Tate & Lyle adds ERYTESSE Erythritol to sweetener portfolio

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Through a strategic partnership distribution agreement with a leading supplier of erythritol, this addition expands Tate & Lyle's ability to help customers deliver on consumer demand for healthier sugar- and calorie-reduced products.

Bee-free honey moves closer to becoming a reality

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:50:00 -0500

Fooditive aims to provide the world’s first 100% bee-free honey with no compromise on taste, quality or price.

PureCircle to offer stevia ingredients in European Union

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:40:00 -0400

PureCircle will offer three ingredients from bioconversion — Reb D, Reb M and Reb AM — as well as its portfolio of stevia sweeteners and flavor modifiers to food and beverage manufacturers across the European Union.

Justin’s renews support of pollinator conservation

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:08:00 -0400

The National Honey Board's Honey Saves Hives campaign is the latest among Justin's ongoing corporate social responsibility efforts.

Tate & Lyle, Earthwatch expand sustainable stevia program

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 15:55:00 -0400

Tate & Lyle has entered into the next phase of its sustainability program for stevia by enrolling new farmers in China.

DouxMatok and Batory Foods begin commercial partnership

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Incredo Sugar will be added to Batory Foods’ full portfolio of high-quality food ingredients, unlocking a network of customers in North America looking to reduce sugar in baked goods and confectionery products.

Cargill to double tapioca syrup production

Tue, 03 May 2022 10:42:00 -0400

Cargill has expanded the processing capabilities of its sweetener plant in Cikande, Indonesia, to more than double the company’s production capacity for organic, non-GMO tapioca syrup.

Sweegen commercializes high-intensity brazzein sweetener

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:44:00 -0500

To scale brazzein sustainably, Sweegen uses a proprietary precision fermentation process, a technology that produces clean and sustainable ingredients.

B.T. Sweet launches Cambya plant-based sugar replacer

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 10:17:00 -0500

Cambya's proprietary formula is a one-to-one equivalent to sugar both in body and taste, and offers a rich source of naturally derived fibers.

Supplant releases chocolate bars made with sugars from plant fiber

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 09:20:00 -0500

The Supplant Company has debuted a set of premium chocolate bars developed in partnership with Michelin-star Chef Thomas Keller, its first direct-to-consumer offering in the U.S.

How COVID-19 has impacted functional snacking

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 08:43:00 -0400

FMCG Gurus research shows that 66 percent of global consumers are more concerned about their overall health as a result of the pandemic.

Valrhona partners with Koa to launch cocoa fruit juice concentrate

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 09:20:00 -0400

Premium chocolate manufacturer Valrhona has collaborated with Swiss-Ghanaian startup Koa to create Oabika, a cocoa fruit juice concentrate for chefs and other gastronomy professionals.

DouxMatok partners with Hi-Food to develop sugar reduction solution

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400

DouxMatok and Hi-Food have teamed up to deliver a nutrition solution that allows food manufacturers to address sugar reduction without compromising on taste, texture, sweetness or nutrition.

State of the Candy Industry 2021: Better-for-you, reduced-sugar treats gain momentum

Lindellc@bnpmedia.com (Crystal Lindell) — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:44:00 -0400

Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects the complicated impact of pandemic.

FONA: Half of consumers want to reduce sugar, but most won’t sacrifice taste

Lindellc@bnpmedia.com (Crystal Lindell) — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 13:23:00 -0400

More consumers want to reduce their sugar intake this year than did in 2019, but price and taste still played a bigger role in purchasing decisions than sugar reduction.

Russell Stover introduces Joy Bites

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 08:23:00 -0400

Russell Stover Chocolates has launched Joy Bites, a collection of Fairtrade chocolate bars with non-GMO and organic ingredients and no added sugar.

Will consumers’ new weight loss goals really mean eating less sugar?

Mon, 24 May 2021 10:05:00 -0400

FMCG Gurus research shows more people are conscious of their weight post-pandemic, but taste and enjoyment continue to be the priority for consumers.

Puratos USA introduces chocolate sweetened with chicory root fiber

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:13:00 -0400

Made with all-natural chicory root fiber, the latest addition to Puratos USA's Belcolade Selection range has 40 percent less sugar and is 100 percent natural.

Nestlé launches dark chocolate bar made with cocoa fruit

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:09:00 -0400

Nestlé has introduced Incoa, a 70% dark chocolate bar made exclusively with cocoa fruit, under its Les Recettes de L’Atelier brand.

Guittard introduces Beyond Sugar baking chips

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:03:00 -0500

Guittard Chocolate Co. has launched Beyond Sugar chocolate — a line designed to unite the artistry of chocolate making with evolving dietary awareness.

Lorraine Niba, Jim Schulok join DouxMatok, maker of Incredo Sugar

Lindellc@bnpmedia.com (Crystal Lindell) — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0500

DouxMatok adds two new executives to its U.S.-based team as it works to introduce Incredo Sugar to the North American market.

USDA modifies sugar guidelines — but only for children under 2

Lindellc@bnpmedia.com (Crystal Lindell) — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:53:00 -0500

The USDA recently released new 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. For the candy industry, the parts that stand out relate to added sugars.

GoodSam Foods introduces chocolate bars with Thrive Market

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 11:48:00 -0500

GoodSam first launched three chocolate bars, but the brand has also expanded with dark chocolate baking chips and a selection of coated items.

Cocomels introduces Sugar Free Caramels

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 11:26:00 -0500

Naturally sweetened with allulose and monk fruit, Sugar Free Cocomels Caramels are keto friendly and contain no sugar alcohols.