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As of March 20, 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) final rule goes into effect, tightening the oversight and enforcement of the production, handling and sale of organic products.

Tighter Rules Now in Effect for USDA Organic Seal of Approval

The goal is to protect integrity in the organic supply chain and build trust in the USDA organic label by strengthening organic control systems, improving farm to market traceability and providing robust enforcement of USDA Organic regulations.

Each year, flavor trends emerge, with a recurring theme being the rising demand for clean flavors devoid of unfamiliar or artificial chemicals

How Fermented Flavors Tap into Consumer Desire for Natural, Clean Tastes

This Flavorcon 2024 session by senior innovation scientist, Suja Senan, Ph.D., discusses fermentation and how novel machine-learning approaches.

Keynote Address: There is more to taste than meets the tongue

The basic question is “do we need flavors at all?’ I think this is the question that regulatory agencies are asking, The issue of natural vs. artificial is a front. The second question is ’’do we really need this endless variety of flavors?” It would be much easier if we only had five or six. We could test them at every level and every combination. I will cover some old ground answering these two fundamental questions.

Is there really a light at the end of the tunnel?

Returning to my original question: Is there a light at the end of the tunnel? I think there is. Some work has already been done, much more can be done within the framework of existing food law. We now need to sift through he many ideas that have been advanced and begin the steps that will make that law responsive to contemporary needs and values.

According to Mintel, while experience with meat alternatives is more common with younger adults, all consumer demographics engage with the category.

3 Key Technological Advancements Driving Plant-Based Food and Drink Innovation

Discover Mintel's insights on the innovations in the plant-based food and drink market.

Attendees smelling blotters of cinnamon oil during Richard Pisano Jr.'s presentation.

A Sprinkle of Trends and Ingredients at Flavorcon 2017: Day Two

During the Ingredients, Formulations and Trends of Flavorcon 2017, presenters touched on nutritional trends, cinnamon and cassia and clean labels for meat and dairy.

FDA Proposes New Rules Under FSMA to Ensure Imported Food Safety

The agency releases new proposed rules under FSMA for verifying foreign suppliers and accrediting third-party auditors; proposed rules available for public comment.

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Independent Flavorist Tony Moore Launches Collaborative Database of Flavor & Fragrance Materials

Along with Tony Moore's systems specialist partner, Paul Smiley, he has launched a free-to-use collaborative database of flavor and fragrance materials information at FlavScents.com.

While the traditional meat industry remains strong, interest in flexitarian, vegan and vegetarian diets is soaring.

Challenges and Opportunities in the Development of Meat and Fish Alternatives

Rising demand for plant-based products and accelerated ingredient innovation means significant growth potential for the category.

Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau Addresses Alcohol-infused Whipped Creams

Such products are subject to Federal Alcohol Administration Act regulations

The project's primary focus is said to lies in exploring the ways flavors bind to protein molecules intending to recommend novel flavoring strategies that elevate the sensory experience of plant-based meat alternatives.

IFF, Unilever and Wageningen University Partner to Address Plant-based Flavor Challenges

The catalyst for this collaboration is the longstanding challenge of working with plant proteins which are known to create many off-notes and lingering bitterness in plant-based meat alternatives.

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Science, Safety and Advocacy: Q&A with Howard Smith, Jr., president of IOFI

"We are still a business-to-business industry, but we enrich people’s taste experiences through our customers’ products," says Howard Smith, Jr., president of IOFI. Read more in this P&F exclusive interview with Smith Jr. who shares his insights on science, safety and advocacy in the flavor industry.

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When it Comes to CBD, the FDA Wants to See the Receipts

The agency held its first hearing on cannabidiol (CBD) in Silver Spring, Maryland, on Friday, May 31, 2019.

Senomyx-PepsiCo Deal Aims at 25% Sugar Reduction in Key Brands

Agreement covers sweet enhancers, natural sweeteners.

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F&F Literature Review: Digitally Crafted Scents and Predicting Flavor and Protein Interaction

This month’s F&F literature review examines digitally crafted molecule design, natural extracts in personal care and predicting flavor partitioning and protein interactions, among other studies.

The bill aims is to provide greater clarity and flexibility to hemp growers and processors.

[updated] Hemp Act Proposes Higher THC Test Limits but Could Impact CBDs

The Hemp Advancement Act of 2022 seeks to eliminate unworkable testing requirements and set reasonable THC thresholds, according to Forbes. But could it impact other cannabinoids?

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Azelis Grows in the Australian and New Zealand Market with New Acquisition

Murray Nancekivell, Chemcolour CEO explained, “Chemcolour has positioned itself well in the New Zealand and Australian markets and the time is right to continue this growth. The acquisition of Chemcolour by Azelis puts us in an even stronger position in the market to better serve our customers and principals.”

A Rapid Method of Analysis of Organophosphate Pesticides in Mandarin Essential Oils

Detection and hazard assessment of organophosphate pesticides in industrially distilled and cold-pressed mandarin oils.

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