- In January 2022, Frontier Co-op expanded its certified organic spice blends portfolio by launching new products featuring organic Everything bagel sesame seeds. This move strengthened the availability and variety of organic sesame-based offerings in the retail spice market, contributing to increased consumer awareness and demand for organic sesame seeds as a versatile culinary ingredient
- In June 2021, McCormick introduced gourmet organic spice blends under the Schwartz brand in the U.K., incorporating organic sesame seeds to tap into the surging demand for organic ingredients. This initiative by one of the world’s leading spice manufacturers significantly boosted the market presence of organic sesame seeds in Europe, reinforcing their integration into mainstream consumer products
- In May 2021, Equinom and Dipasa entered a partnership to produce high-protein sesame seeds, focusing on creating a high-protein sesame concentrate. Equinox leverages AI technology to develop new seed varieties, while Dipasa concentrates on processing these seeds. This collaboration aims to innovate and enhance the nutritional value of sesame products, meeting the growing demand for protein-rich foods
- In May 2020, KTC Edibles launched an organic toasted sesame oil made from certified organic sesame seeds. The product’s positioning as non-GMO, vegan, and gluten-free broadened its appeal to health-conscious consumers, thereby supporting market growth by expanding application potential across health-focused and clean-label product segments
- In May 2020, Sabra announced a new sesame seed variety to be cultivated in the U.S., in partnership with Israel-based Equinom. This collaboration aims to produce a new sesame variant tailored for the U.S. market. Equinom's expertise in seed development, combined with Sabra's market presence, is set to introduce a superior sesame product, enhancing the quality and sustainability of sesame cultivation in the U.S.
