The Juice Products Association (JPA) released a statement in January highlighting the nutritional benefits of 100 percent juice. “Can something that tastes as good as 100 percent fruit juice be good for you? Research shows it is,” the statement read. “More than just sugar and calories — 100 percent juice is a healthful, nutrient-dense beverage. It also contains beneficial vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients (plant compounds).”

Hilmar Cheese Co. Inc., Hilmar, Calif., announced plans to build a milk powder processing facility in Turlock, Calif.

Sensient Colors LLC, a business unit of Sensient Technologies Corp., introduced its new Natural Brown color platform designed to offer alternatives to caramel and certified colors.

Schenectady, N.Y.-based DSM launched Fortitech Premixes, the company’s human nutrition and health custom nutrient premix service.

Sensient Colors hosted a trade media day at its St. Louis facility on Dec. 11, 2013, to showcase the company’s latest technologies and its recent facility expansion.

When it comes to food and beverages, nothing tops taste, according to a study released by the Corn Refiners Association (CRA), Washington, D.C. Completed in part by market research firms Nielsen, New York, and Mintel, Chicago, Sweetener360 examines the thoughts and actions of six distinct consumer lifestyle segments, the association says.

Treatt USA launched a range of TreattZest citrus oils that confer an authentic, fresh, zesty profile, the company says.

Teawolf announced that it is the first supplier of guayusa extracts in the United States.

LifeWise Ingredients, Lake Zurich, Ill., named Dean Antczak as director of sales and operations.

Once again, Virgo’s SupplySide West expo and conference experienced growth, breaking all previous records set.