Van Drunen Farms

Exciting news from our sister company, FutureCeuticals, on a new study in the area of gut and microbiome health!

Did you know freeze-dried fruit can be mixed into nut butter? The fatty nut butter has a low water activity and surrounds the freeze-dried fruit, allowing it to retain its satisfying flavor and fun, iconic crunch! Some of our favorite ideas include: ? - Freeze-dried banana in peanut butter - Freeze-dried strawberry in chocolate hazelnut spread - Freeze-dried apple in almond butter ? These combinations can elevate your snack game and provide a delicious way to enjoy the benefits of whole fruit. Whether you're spreading it on toast, adding it to smoothies, or just enjoying it straight out of the jar, the possibilities are practically endless! ? What's a pairing you'd like to explore?

You don't have to be lucky to get your greens! ?? Deliver greens intentionally with our TruServ? greens blend. Just 2 grams of this convenient dry blend can boost the nutrition of your offerings, making them more appealing to health-conscious consumers. Learn more and request a sample: https://lnkd.in/ehjkw3uZ

Recently, the team at one of our facilities came together to reaffirm their commitment to food safety! They celebrated by signing a new banner highlighting our food safety culture, which was later hung in the facility. Of course, no celebration is complete without dessert – the decorated cookies were a hit! We are so thankful to all our teams for committing to “Food Safety Together” so we can serve our customers and communities.

Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to a thriving company and grow your career? The Van Drunen Family of Companies is looking for positive and talented professionals to join us in these openings:? ? - Mechanical Engineer - Packaging ? - Plant Engineer ? - Packaging Mechanic ? ? To learn more about these positions and others, please visit our careers page. Apply today!?https://lnkd.in/eWQHB-sd

"Extra" has become the expectation in the ready meal market. While taste and price continue to drive purchasing behavior, consumers are finding value in various combinations of other factors like convenience, novelty, and ethical considerations. For example, more than half of consumers say they are open to spending money to save time.* As the ready meal landscape evolves, it's crucial for brands to understand these shifting priorities. Marketers and formulators who tailor their offerings to their customers' diverse lifestyles and values can help their brands resonate on a deeper level and provide value in unique and meaningful ways. Is your brand ready to address the evolving demands of ready meals? Let's discuss the role ingredients can have in delivering differentiation! Contact: https://lnkd.in/gB3Htftv *Euromonitor. Top Global Consumer Trends 2025.

Another successful show week is in the books! Thank you to everyone who stopped by, and a special shout-out to our team for making it all happen. We look forward to continuing the conversation - let us know if we can help you in any way.

We're glad to be back in Anaheim for Natural Products Expo West — one of our favorite shows of the year! If you're here and looking for your next partner in ingredient innovation, we'd love to meet you! Visit us at booth 1135, and let's work together to bring your ideas to life!

Are you at Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace? If so, stop by booth F110 to connect with our team and discover how our organic dried and frozen solutions can deliver whole food nutrition and flavor to your next product innovation.

Happy Mardi Gras! You may be familiar with mirepoix, a flavorful mixture of onion, celery, and carrot that is the base for many French dishes. However, have you heard of its Cajun and Creole counterpart, the Holy Trinity? The Holy Trinity consists of onion, celery, and green bell pepper, and it holds great significance in Cajun and Creole cuisines. This trio of ingredients provides distinctive flavor to popular dishes such as gumbo, jambalaya, and red beans and rice, giving them their unique and earthy taste. If you're looking to create authentic products and dishes like these, you need authentic ingredients. Ask us about IQF blends, and let's get cooking! Contact: https://lnkd.in/gB3Htftv