A GlobalData survey found 46% of consumers said they were extremely concerned about the amount of processed food eaten in the plant-based meat, plant-based seafood and plant-based dairy alternatives categories.

Hormel said the changes will result in reducing its usage of packaging materials by an estimated 337,000 pounds per year over prior packaging.

One of Home Chef’s newer recipes featuring harissa, Moroccan-Style Harissa Shrimp, has received very positive ratings from customers, the company said.

For kits that include uncooked proteins, the meat and seafood sections are often the home of choice.

With such rising interest in all-natural and organic products, marketing and merchandising these items is fairly easy.

Smaller retailers may find it challenging to absorb the costs associated with compliance, potentially leading to consolidation in the industry or, in some cases, closures. 

Compliance with FSMA Section 204 is not without its challenges, and businesses must allocate substantial resources to meet the regulatory requirements.

Coleman All Natural Meats, the leading legacy all-natural meat brand since 1875, today announced a new rebranding effort to support the company’s strategic shift into more branded consumer retail and expand nationally into foodservice outlets. 

Companies selected to compete will pitch at the event, which provides startups with mentorship from Tyson Foods executives, potential pilot and testing programs, commercial partnerships and recognition through press and media.

The company said the Kurobuta Applewood Smoked Bacon would be the first of its products to be available nationally at Whole Foods.