by Andy | Dec 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
When people describe a chili as “hot,” they’re usually talking about a sensation. In manufacturing, that sensation has a name, a measurement, and a specification: capsaicin. Capsaicin and related capsaicinoids are the compounds responsible for heat in peppers. They’re...
by Andy | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
Sustainability isn’t just a label anymore. In the U.S. spice sector, it has moved into everyday procurement conversations, contract terms, and documentation requirements. As we move into 2026, buyers want more than claims; they want to see how spices were grown, who...
by Andy | Dec 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
As of December 1st 2025, the chilli market is facing real pressure. A recent cyclone that hit key producing regions in India has pushed the new-season harvest back by several weeks, and the market is already reacting. With limited arrivals and reduced field activity,...
by Andy | Nov 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Supplier Nights like the Texas IFT Longhorn Section are fast-paced, crowded, and full of opportunities. For food manufacturers, R&D teams, and purchasing managers, they’re one of the few chances to meet dozens of suppliers in a single evening. But many companies...
by Andy | Nov 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
In November 2025, the U.S. government removed tariffs on a wide range of imported agricultural goods, including key ingredients like spices, cocoa, and paprika. The policy change reverses earlier trade restrictions imposed under the reciprocal tariffs framework...
