SupplySide Connect New Jersey 2026 concluded with 260+ exhibitors and major industry players attending to discuss health and wellness innovations, regulatory compliance, and supply chain solutions. The event highlighted growing consumer demand for transparency and personalized health products, with key topics including women's and men's health, longevity, gut health, and global expansion opportunities. SupplySide Connect will expand to new locations in Utah and Madison in 2027, with New Jersey returning in 2028.

The global citric acid market is projected to grow from USD 3.48 billion in 2025 to USD 5.10 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 3.90%. Growth is driven by increasing demand in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and cleaning applications, with Asia-Pacific dominating at 52.35% market share. Anhydrous citric acid and food-grade products lead by segment, while fermentation remains the primary production method.

Two consumer staples stocks are outperforming the S&P 500 with gains exceeding 10% this year. Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM) has achieved 53 consecutive years of dividend increases and projects significantly improved 2026 earnings. Hershey (HSY) is reorganizing its brand portfolio and forecasting 30-35% earnings growth for 2026, with both stocks offering dividend yields well above the S&P 500's 1.15%.

The global feed additives market is estimated at USD 50.72 billion in 2026 and projected to reach USD 67.90 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.0%. Rising demand for animal-based protein, expanding commercial livestock production, and increasing adoption of advanced nutritional solutions are driving market growth. Asia Pacific is expected to register the fastest growth, while amino acids and dry feed additives are projected to lead their respective segments.

SupplySide Connect New Jersey returns April 14-15, 2026, bringing together over 260 exhibiting companies and industry professionals from supplement, food, and beverage sectors. The event features networking opportunities, educational sessions on emerging trends including women's and men's health supplements, and partnerships with major industry organizations. Leading companies including ADM, Bayer Consumer Health, Nestlé Health Science, and others are registered to attend.

The global stevia market is valued at USD 1.03 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 1.71 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.62%. Growth is driven by increasing regulatory validation, health concerns about sugar consumption, and rising demand for plant-based sweeteners across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical sectors. Technological advances in bioconversion and precision fermentation are improving taste profiles and reducing production costs, enabling mainstream adoption.

The plant-based meat market is expected to grow from $10.36 billion in 2025 to $39.28 billion by 2033, driven by increasing health consciousness, environmental sustainability concerns, and improved food technology. Major food manufacturers are expanding their plant-based offerings, though challenges remain around pricing and consumer taste preferences.

The global blue biotechnology market is projected to grow from USD 6.71 billion in 2025 to USD 12.26 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 7.85%. Growth is driven by increasing demand for sustainable pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and marine-based innovations, with North America leading at 39.62% market share and Asia-Pacific emerging as the fastest-growing region at 10.21% CAGR.

The global polyphenol market is projected to grow from USD 2.19 billion in 2025 to USD 3.53 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 6.16%. Growth is driven by increasing consumer demand for natural antioxidants in functional foods, supplements, and cosmetics. Tea leads the market with 35.68% share, while cocoa is the fastest-growing segment. Asia Pacific dominates with 44.69% market share, while North America is expected to grow fastest.

The global botanical extracts market is projected to grow from USD 7.32 billion in 2025 to USD 17.00 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 11.18%. Growth is driven by increasing consumer demand for natural, plant-based ingredients across food, beverages, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics. The U.S. market specifically is expected to grow from USD 1.74 billion to USD 3.91 billion by 2033. Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements dominate the market with a 35% share, while Asia Pacific is expected to show the fastest regional growth at 12.88% CAGR.

The global starch-based films market is projected to grow from $4.16 billion in 2026 to $5.36 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 4.3%. Driven by sustainable packaging demand, regulatory support, and technological advances in starch chemistry, the market is expanding as companies address challenges like moisture sensitivity through strategic collaborations and R&D investments.

The global protein alternatives market is projected to grow from $28.86 billion in 2025 to $76.85 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 15.06%. Growth is driven by rising demand across food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements, alongside innovations in fermentation technology, plant-based sources, and expanding distribution channels. Key trends include precision fermentation for dairy proteins, cell-cultured seafood, and hybrid protein products.