Silva International, Inc.

Among the pet food trends embraced at Global Pet Expo 2025: naturalization. While the term “natural” in pet food is used pretty liberally throughout the industry—with a definition of ingredients that are derived from plant, animal, or mined sources—what's clear is that many pet nutrition companies are embracing gentle processing methods that preserve nutrients, from fresh to air-dried and freeze-dried. Here's a complete rundown of the trends: https://lnkd.in/ei3-cCg4 As pet food trends continue to evolve, manufacturers need reliable partners who can provide high-quality ingredients that align with consumer demands. Silva’s portfolio of premium dehydrated fruits, vegetables, and herbs offers the versatility and consistency needed to create innovative pet food products. #petfoodindustry #petfood #naturalization #howgoodforyougetsdone

Spinach and beets are among the natural dyes used to paint Easter eggs. But those aren't the only fruits and vegetables used as natural coloring agents: think about the color produced from sweet potatoes, red cabbage, pumpkin, carrots, and blueberries. The truth is that natural sources can be used to create almost any color in the rainbow. If you’d like to learn more about the wide range of color possibilities derived from fruits and vegetables, let us know! #HappyEaster #naturalcolors #naturaldyes #howgoodforyougetsdone

Yo Mama’s new pastas and sauce reformulation reflect the growth of the better-for-you trend. During Natural Products Expo West, Yo Mama's debuted its protein and fiber-enriched pasta, and featured its signature red sauces, including Basil and Roasted Garlic, made with no added sugar. View the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gu2RNtuY At Silva, our product line-up includes 15 herbs and spices. We offer only the finest flakes, dices, granules, powders, and blends. #herbs #spices #betterforyou #howgoodforyougetsdone

Root vegetables are nutritional powerhouses, delivering an impressive combination of essential nutrients, natural flavor, and versatility. For food manufacturers, root vegetables present unique opportunities to develop products that align with growing consumer demand for clean labels, functional benefits, and nutrient-dense options. Check out their health benefits and applications here: https://lnkd.in/gMHg8rxd #rootvegetables #healthbenefits #cleanlabel #howgoodforyougetsdone

There are no short cuts to premium ingredients. When it comes to food safety, short cuts lead to dead ends. Our industry-leading processes and our healthy obsession with quality control deliver premium ingredients every time. We meet and exceed every food safety requirement because we care about making products that are truly good for you—good for your customers and good for your business. Stop by our booth (726) at SupplySide Connect New Jersey today or tomorrow and let's talk about our good-for-you promise. #supplyside #conversations #premiumingredients #howgoodforyougetsdone

SupplySide East is the East Coast’s leading ingredient and solutions tradeshow, featuring the most innovative ingredients and formulation techniques. Look for us next week at booth 726! Our expertise is in managing all of the details, start-to-finish, to deliver the ingredients you need. And at every step, we’re making sure that the decisions we make and the ingredients we deliver will produce results that are good for you and your brand. #supplysideeast #eastcoast #tradeshows #howgoodforyougetsdone

Brain and gut health trends are making their way into food for kids, as evidenced recently at Natural Products Expo West. There's Once Upon a Farm's Rasp-Berry Beet & Kale Smart Wheels and Apple, Sweet Potato & Spinach Tractor Wheels. Or, consider their Apple & Oat Soft Baked Bar. Meanwhile, brain health-focused brand Cerebelly introduced two new flavors of its smoothie pouches, Spinach Strawberry Banana and Sweet Potato Banana Blueberry—to add to their line-up that already includes Sweet Potato Blueberry Banana Smart Bars. Read more about trending snacks in children's brands here: https://lnkd.in/gzrBqTik #KidsSnacks #GutHealth #Trending #HowGoodForYouGetsDone

At Silva, we believe the commitment to a sustainable future is integral to our business and as such, we believe in a holistic approach to sustainability. We must integrate the entirety of our supply chain to advance development. We take pride in taking an inclusive approach where we believe that through partnership with our growers, raw material producers, and customers, we empower people to protect our planet. Read more about our sustainability for partnerships, people, and the planet here: https://lnkd.in/g4kYqpHt #featurefriday #sustainability #partnerships #people #planet #howgoodforyougetsdone

Gen Z and Millennials continue to kick up the demand for heat as they are more experiential and prefer authentic, bold, and spicy flavors. In the U.S., in fact, they spend more on hot sauce than they do on ketchup and they use more hot sauce than any other generation. McCormick & Co. launched its first addition in five years to its Red Cap line with Crushed Jalapeño Pepper, while their Frank's Red Hot and Cholula brands are poised for expansion and diversification. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gGnh2g9N With the demand for flavor remaining strong, how are you innovating to meet consumers' interests? Let our product development team help! #flavorinnovation #boldandspicy #bringontheheat #howgoodforyougetsdone

Sweet potatoes, known for their vibrant orange and purple hues and naturally sweet flavor, are much more than a comforting side dish or a substitute for traditional potatoes. These nutrient-dense root vegetables excel in food manufacturing, contributing natural sweetness, bold color, and functional health properties in forms such as dehydrated powders, flakes, and purees. Their adaptability makes them indispensable across the food industry, from baked goods and snacks to functional food products aimed at health-conscious consumers. Here, more about their health benefits and applications: https://lnkd.in/gr7etmjw #sweetpotatoes #healthbenefits #howgoodforyougetsdone