Articles
OU Kosher’s Snack Day: A Symphony of Flavors and Community
There’s a day each month that stands out within the walls of OU Kosher’s headquarters: Snack Day. An initiative that encapsulates the essence of celebration and recognition, Snack Day is more than just a tasting event; it’s a testament to OU Kosher’s commitment to its certified brands and the wider community. On Snack Day afternoons […]
Anchoring Dietary Needs: U.S. Navy Partners with OU for Streamlined Kosher Meal Access
The Orthodox Union’s (OU) commitment to ensuring kosher food is available to servicemen is not a new endeavor but is deeply rooted in its history. The collaboration with the U.S. Navy and the Aleph Institute to address the complexities of supplying kosher meals on Navy vessels is but the latest chapter in this enduring legacy. […]
Pectin’s Market Growth, Niche Trends, and Kosher Certification
People have been savoring the sweet delight of processed fruit for centuries. Originally cultivated in Middle Eastern countries abundant with natural sugar cane, jams and jellies made their journey to Europe courtesy of returning crusaders. By the late Middle Ages, they had become staple delights across the continent. It’s noteworthy that the term “jelly” is […]
Kosher Gelatin: Innovation and Tradition
Kosher gelatin, a common ingredient in a wide array of food products, desserts, candies, yogurts, vitamins, and pharmaceutical applications, has been transforming the culinary and health landscape offering kosher solutions for both consumers and manufacturers. What is Gelatin and Why is Kosher Gelatin Needed? Gelatin is derived from collagen, a component of the skins and […]
Bowery Farming: Marrying AI with Sustainable Produce for the Kosher Market
Bowery Farming is a New York-based vertical farming company that is using proprietary technology to produce fresh, local produce year-round. The company’s farms are located in climate-controlled warehouses, where they use nutrient-rich water, and computer-controlled climate systems to grow crops in a sustainable way. Bowery Farming’s vertical farms have a number of advantages over traditional […]
Kosher Manufacturing’s Unsung Hero: The Role of Bitrex®
Bitrex®, a product produced by Veranova, is an important player in the Kosher manufacturing industry. Bitrex, chemically known as Denatonium Benzoate has the distinction of being recognized as the most bitter substance on earth. This unusual characteristic has found an essential application in the Kosher food industry. Kosher manufacturing processes demand stringent cleaning protocols so […]
Introducing the New Search Page for OU Kosher Letters of Certification
OU Kosher has introduced a new search page for Letters of Certification (LOCs), making it more convenient for businesses to display accurate information regarding the kosher certification status of their products. The updated LOC search engine page enables businesses to search for products by name, company, category, or keyword. Enhanced User Experience The new LOC […]
A Healthier Twist on Kosher Snacking: New Trends from Expo West 2023
A Healthier Twist on Kosher Snacking: New Trends from Expo West 2023 Natural Products Expo West is an annual event that brings together brands, innovators, and industry professionals in the natural, organic, and healthy products sector. Since its inception in 1981, Expo West has grown to become one of the largest trade shows in the […]
Celebrating 100 Years of OU Kosher – A Brief History
The opening of a kosher cafeteria on an American college campus is not the kind of news that a major US newspaper ordinarily deems worthy of coverage. But when the Orthodox Union inaugurated a kosher dining facility at Harvard in 1926, America’s most influential daily considered the story “fit to print” precisely because the Harvard […]
Curtice Brothers: A Condiment Startup Takes On the Giants
OU Kosher: I’d like to start by asking you for a general overview of Curtice Brothers and about you and your role as head of international sales. Curtice Brothers History Alex Fisher: Curtice Brothers makes organic and natural condiments. The company actually started in 1868, and we are proud to say that we are the […]