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.
Types of granulation and why they matter in seasoning blends
Granulation is one of the most overlooked specifications in seasoning blend development. Buyers and R&D teams often focus on flavor profile, heat level, or ingredient sourcing, and treat particle size as a secondary detail to sort out later. In practice,…
Sesame Yields at Risk from Weather and Smaller Crops
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sesame, a key crop for both oil and seeds, is facing growing challenges due to changing weather and reduced farming areas. Major sesame-producing regions are already seeing less land dedicated to its cultivation, sparking concerns…
Port Strikes: A Threat to Spice Supplies
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The spice industry, which imports products from around the globe, could face major challenges if a strike at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports happens on October 1, 2024. This potential strike may disrupt supply chains for companies…
The Almond Supply Challenge: A Tough Transition in 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The almond market in 2024 is facing some challenges as it transitions into the new harvest season. With tighter supplies than usual, both domestic and international markets have felt the impact. In Sacramento, a major…