It’s no surprise that plant-based food has become more and more popular over the years. In the US, plant-based milk makes up 20% of the broader plant-based foods category, the largest segment. What’s driving consumers to these plant-based milk alternatives?
Trending with Tracie: Fresh Ideas
Chocolate milk isn’t just for kids anymore. La Colombe recently released its very first product from its Fresh Ideas limited-batch innovation hub and let me tell you… it’s spectacular! They’ve taken a childhood favorite drink and added their patented nitrous oxide process to give it that signature draft mouth-feel and brought us a high-quality chocolate in a lactose-free milk experience.
Trending with Tracie: Breaking It Down
What if I told you that PET plastic could one day be broken down to food-grade material in just a few hours? Drum roll please… well it potentially can exist! PET plastic, which is the most commonly used polyester plastic on Earth, has long been utilized because of its temperature endurance, ability to keep products fresh, and its affordability.
Trending with Tracie: We’re Nuts About Waste
Folks ask me about the state of packaging all the time because I’m a foodie that cares about the planet! Nestle is coming to the table with exciting news as they continue their quest to make 100% of packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025 and achieve zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.