Spice & Seasoning Industry Insights
Practical insights for food manufacturers, procurement teams, product developers, private-label brands, and commercial food operations. Explore guidance on seasoning formulation, ingredient performance, sourcing, food safety, market conditions, and production at scale.
Nutmeg and Mace: Two Spices From the Same Fruit
Nutmeg and mace look, taste, and function like two different spices. Botanically, they come from the same fruit. Both are produced by Myristica fragrans , a tropical evergreen native to Indonesia’s Moluccas, including the Banda Islands, which have been closely…
U.S. Tariffs on Mexico, China, and Canada: Exemptions, Retaliation, and What’s Next
If you read our last article , you know that the U.S. implemented tariffs on Mexican, Canadian, and Chinese goods starting March 4, 2025 . Now, we’ll take a closer look at the USMCA exemptions , how each country is responding, and what new trade measures might be on…
The U.S. Tariffs on Mexican, Canadian, and Chinese Imports: The Impact on the Spice Industry
The U.S. government’s decision to impose a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada, effective March 4, 2025, is set to shake up various industries—including the spice market. Adding to the challenge, the U.S. has also raised tariffs on Chinese imports,…
Global Peanut Market Update: Stability, Growth, and What Buyers Need to Know
The peanut market has been through some turbulence in recent months, but we’re finally seeing a much-needed period of stability. With India’s prices leveling off, Argentina navigating weather challenges, and the U.S. expecting a production boost, there’s a lot…