27 Jul 2018 --- At IFT 2018 in Chicago, Blue Diamond presented Almond Protein Powder, its newest innovation in almond ingredients. The product is claimed to set a new industry standard for clean, healthy, plant-based products that add value across multiple food categories. The significance of almond protein as a value-added inclusion in products spanning a wide range of food categories will not be lost on consumers. Among ready-to-drink (RTD) protein shake, bar and smoothie users, almond protein had significantly higher purchase intent than whey, soy, or pea protein.