Ingredient companies are broadening their operations by hiring new leaders, as well as through new partnerships to expand on value-added services.

Today, as more consumers continue on a functional beverage course, experts note that as such, many are turning to performance beverages to help manage their overall well-being.

Ingredient companies are launching new application centers to keep pace with the demand for better-for-you products. A China-based company changed its name to HOWTAIN to reflect its global expanded footprint and commitment to sustainability.

Koia announced its collaboration with Thomas DeLauer, ketogenic lifestyle expert, to introduce its new limited-edition Koia Keto Raspberry Lava Cake.

Kate Farms announced the expansion of its nutrition shake portfolio with the launch of Renal Support 1.8. Renal Support 1.8 is the only plant-based, organic shake designed to help meet the specialized nutrition needs of people on dialysis, the company says.

T. Hasegawa USA will open a new plant to expand capabilities of sweet beverage flavors, while EverGreen Ingredients partnered with The Carbon Underground for a soil restoration initiative.

Ingredient companies are naming new leaders and inking new strategic distribution deals to expand the reach of clean-label, plant-based proteins to more markets.