To officially welcome 2025, Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. compiled a list of 2025 predictions and topics we see influencing the next year throughout our industries.
Ajinomoto Health and Nutrition North America, Inc. (AHN) proudly announces the launch of one of the region’s largest wetlands restoration projects. This initiative transforms over 130 acres of cropland along the Des Moines River back into its original wetland habitat, supporting diverse wildlife including endangered Indiana bats and various pollinators. AHN volunteers have planted over two thousand native trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses, and created a half-mile walking path around the wetland. This project underscores AHN’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
Businesses today face a new challenge: how to remain trusted and authentic in the eyes of consumers. According to Edelman’s trust barometer, businesses and corporations have become the most trusted institution since 2020 compared to media, government, and non-governmental organizations. To maintain this trust, businesses must align with the consumer demand for transparency and authenticity. This is particularly true among Gen Z and millennial consumers who want companies to align with their values, address social issues and advocate against injustices, such as xenophobia and racism.
Alternative Proteins,Innovation,Nutrition,Plant-Based,Sustainability,Umami
In recent years, the popularity of plant-based meat skyrocketed due to consumer intrigue in an animal alternative that was more sustainable, ethical, and nutritious. However, the velocity at which these products are selling has waned, with the narrative in the food industry shifting toward skepticism and criticism.
Alternative Proteins,Innovation,Nutrition,Plant-Based,Sustainability,Umami
There is a taste from home that Nick Lee will always remember – one that connects his past and his future. It is also a taste that helped him win a prestigious cooking competition.
