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For decades, fast food was synonymous with carbs, convenience, and comfort. But a major repositioning is underway. In the past 18 months, the biggest QSR chains
Monk fruit sweetener has earned its spot as one of the most talked-about sugar alternatives on the market. But as research evolves and industry controversies
Every brand wants the moment when demand spikes and production ramps from ten thousand units to one million. It feels like proof that the product works, that
Every brand reaches the same decision point: build the next product through private label, or take it to a contract manufacturer? Both models work. Both scale.
Let's Start with the FAQ Every food brand wants innovation that moves quickly, scales cleanly, and holds up under compliance and ingredient changes. But
Why Cost Discipline Starts With a Broader Definition of Cost. Why Cost Discipline Starts With a Broader Definition of Cost Reviewing quotes and
Renewable, low-impact ingredients are no longer a niche alternative. In 2026, they will become the more stable, more compliant, and increasingly more
Most ingredient brokers focus on logistics: move product, pass along specs, collect the margin. But when food safety and brand compliance are on the line, that
Natural Products Expo West is returning to Anaheim, CA, scheduled for March 3-6, 2026. According to the Northhall 2026 Show Guide, the event continues to be the
Every March, Anaheim becomes the epicenter of the natural food world. Thousands of Expo West exhibitors travel from across the country and the globe to show
Big news in trade policy today. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not give the President the
In sourcing and supply chain, most account managers operate reactively. They schedule calls, relay updates, and surface problems after they have already created
In food and beverage supply chains, success is not a feeling; it is a measurable outcome. For private label developers, co-manufacturers, co-packers, bulk
In food and beverage supply chains, risks accumulate quietly. A missed regulatory change. A disrupted port. An unexpected allergen in raw materials. By the time
Why We're Not Traditional Partners: The Logistics Lens In global supply chains, traditional brokers often function as middlemen who connect buyers and
Introduction: Why Co-manufacturing Partner Selection Determines Product Success Co-manufacturing is the practice of outsourcing food and beverage production
Introduction: Why Traditional Brokerage Models Fall Short for Enterprise Buyers Traditional food and beverage brokers operate on a transactional model: they
I don’t think every founder story is about hustle. Mine certainly isn’t. In this episode of The Michael Peres Podcast, I talk about my journey with ADHD,
2025 will go down as a year when global supply chains were pushed from every direction. Tariff uncertainty spiked in Q1, ingredient volatility followed, retail
Every year brings new trend forecasts, but most of them never reach the production floor. In 2026, the shifts that matter will be the ones that change how
If you look at the recall list for 2025, you’ll see dozens of notices across categories, formats, and regions. But if you look closer, a more important story
Most brands underestimate how much of their success depends on what happens long before a shipment reaches their facility. Ingredient importing is a high-risk,
Running a company is a humbling reminder that you’re not the main character in the story. You might be the founder, the strategist, the one setting direction,
Comanufacturers (comans) produce your product at scale. They handle batching, blending, cooking, and other core production steps based on your formula or
Bringing a product to market might look easy from the outside, but behind every perfectly packaged jar of nut butter or neatly sealed bag of chili flakes is a
Building factories used to be the mark of growth for food brands. Today, it’s often the mark of a slowdown.As regulations, consumer expectations, and production
Inventory management is more than keeping shelves stocked. It determines whether brands maintain healthy cash flow, meet customer demand, and prevent costly
Supply chain success isn't just about systems and logistics; it's about the people who make those systems work. Research shows that companies with strong
Launching a new product requires seamless coordination across every stage of development, from ingredient sourcing and R&D to manufacturing partnerships,
In the food business, speed and consistency are everything. But keeping up with demand and maintaining quality? That’s a tough recipe to master, unless you’ve
