mesh-platform

January 26, 20261 min read

Co-manufacturer selection checklist for food brands

A co-manufacturer selection checklist for food brands, covering capability fit, quality systems, and scale readiness.

co-manufacturerscale-upproduction

January 24, 20261 min read

Common nutrition labeling mistakes in food product development, and how to avoid compliance issues before launch.

labelingregulatorynutrition

January 22, 20261 min read

A practical guide to sensory testing for food products, including panel types, sample sizing, and decision gates.

sensorytestingQA

January 20, 20262 min read

A practical ingredient strategy for food formulation that balances cost targets, label goals, and functionality.

ingredient strategyclean labelformulation

January 18, 20262 min read

A food product scale-up checklist for moving from lab to pilot, including data to bring and risks to avoid.

scale-uppilotprocess

January 16, 20262 min read

A clear guide to food formulation vs. reformulation, when each is the right choice, and how to decide quickly.

formulationreformulationstrategy

January 14, 20262 min read

A practical guide to food shelf-life testing methods, timelines, and how to avoid late-stage launch surprises.

shelf-lifeQAstability

January 12, 20262 min read

A realistic food product development timeline, typical phases, and how to keep R&D and scale-up on track.

timelinescale-upcommercialization

January 10, 20263 min read

Understand food product development cost ranges, key pricing drivers, and how to budget R&D for a successful launch.

costformulationbudgeting