by Christian Najera | Jul 27, 2026 | Company News
Encore Fruit Marketing is growing, and we’re looking for a Technical Ingredient Specialist to join our team. We work with food and beverage manufacturers to source processed fruit and vegetable ingredients from around the world. Our role often goes beyond simply...
by Christian Najera | Jan 8, 2026 | Industry Insights
Food and beverage trends move fast. A single product launch, menu feature, or viral moment can push an ingredient into the spotlight almost overnight. Demand spikes, formulations follow, and procurement teams scramble to secure supply. Trends move quickly. Agriculture...
by Christian Najera | Nov 7, 2025 | Ingredient Spotlights, Industry Insights
Celebrating the Season of Innovation Every autumn, manufacturers turn to fall fruit ingredients to spark creativity and seasonal appeal. As the weather cools and the holidays approach, R&D teams get to work — crafting everything from spiced beverages to...
by Christian Najera | Oct 31, 2025 | Ingredient Spotlights
The purple ingredient inspiring the next wave of innovation Ube – the vibrant purple yam beloved across Southeast Asia – continues to make waves in North American food innovation. Known for its naturally bold hue and distinct nutty-sweet flavor, ube has...
by Christian Najera | Apr 9, 2025 | Industry Insights
The juice industry is changing—and with shifting regulations, evolving consumer trends, and growing trade pressures, staying ahead of it all takes more than guesswork. That’s why membership in the Juice Products Association (JPA) is more valuable than ever. As the...
