Cada vez más personas buscan maneras sencillas de disfrutar del dulzor reduciendo el consumo de azúcar. Los endulzantes de origen vegetal, como la stevia, están ganando popularidad, especialmente cuando son fáciles de usar y tienen un sabor delicioso.

Splenda has taken a pioneering approach by investing in U.S.-grown stevia with Splenda Stevia Farms. This program focuses on quality, transparency, and a farm-to-table approach by producing stevia in the United States.

Stevia is a zero-calorie, plant-derived sweetener made from compounds extracted from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. ^[1] Splenda’s farm program builds on this natural source while focusing on how it is grown and processed into great-tasting Splenda Endulzantes con Stevia.

Splenda’s Commitment to Growing Stevia in the United States

While the Stevia rebaudiana plant is native to South America, most stevia production currently happens in China. Splenda made an active commitment to producing stevia in the U.S. by establishing Splenda Stevia Farms in Florida, which officially opened in 2023. ^{[2] [6]}

This established Splenda’s long-term commitment to growing and producing stevia products in the United States. ^[3] As demand for stevia has been rising due to consumers’ desire to decrease sugar and use natural sweeteners, the Splenda Stevia Farms’ approach supports transparency for how and where stevia is produced. ^[4]

The Splenda Stevia Farms: Location and Vision

Splenda Stevia Farms is located in Lake Panasoffkee, Florida. This area in central Florida offers the right climate for growing stevia plants on these 1,465 acres of farmland. ^[5]

The farm is designed to be eco-conscious and vertically integrated using thoughtful practices for responsible farming, including in water conservation and waste management systems. ^[6] Growing stevia plants in the U.S. for domestic production will also reduce carbon emissions compared to global transport supply chains. ^[7]

As Ted Gelov, Chairman & CEO of Heartland, Splenda’s parent company stated, “By growing stevia in the U.S., we are helping to build a new American agriculture industry and bring more farming jobs and economic prosperity to Central Florida.” ^[6]

Along with these economic and environmental considerations, Splenda Stevia Farms is part of the company’s goal for this decade “to help Americans cut unwanted sugar from their diets by 25% or more by the year 2030,” he said. ^[6]

Unique Glycoside Profiles in Splenda Stevia Products

Steviol glycosides are the sweet compounds found in stevia leaves. Different types of Steviol glycosides can vary in sweetness and taste. Some are experienced by our taste buds as more bitter and some as sweeter. ^[8]

Selective propagation at Splenda Stevia Farms includes hand-selecting "mother" plants with the best agricultural and sugary qualities for the most pleasing taste. Cuttings from those plants are planted in the Splenda Stevia Farms soil to become the new roots for the next generation of stevia plants. ^{[2] [9]}

Vertical Integration of Stevia Cultivation and Extraction

Vertical integration means a company manages many steps of its production process. ^[10] This can include growing, processing, and distributing a product.

For Splenda's Stevia program, this means the company oversees steps from plant growth to formulation. It's how Splenda is able to have the level of precision and control in its product that starts at the propagation process and culminates in the formulation of the family of Splenda Stevia Sweeteners that consumers enjoy.

How the Process Works

1. Propagation: Plants are selected and grown at Splenda Stevia Farms.
2. Cultivation: Crops are raised.
3. Harvesting: Leaves are carefully collected.
4. Extraction: Sweet compounds are separated.
5. Formulation: Ingredients are used in Splenda Stevia Sweeteners.

This process of vertically integrated production from propagation to formulation by Splenda helps support consistency and supply reliability. It integrates quality control and traceability from farm to table.

Conclusión

From seed to sweetener, Splenda Stevia products are rooted in a thoughtful, farm-to-table approach. By growing stevia plants in the United States, carefully selecting for taste, and overseeing each step from propagation to formulation, Splenda brings together quality, consistency, and transparency in every product. With care that starts on the farm and continues all the way to your table, Splenda Stevia makes enjoying sweetness feel both simple and satisfying.

Preguntas frecuentes

What makes Splenda stevia different?


Splenda Stevia Farms formulate their stevia by selecting plants with the most pleasing tastes to propagate and cultivate in their farm in the U.S. This supports sweetness, quality control and traceability for Splenda’s Stevia products.

How does U.S. cultivation support sustainability?


By propagating, cultivating and harvesting stevia plants at Splenda Stevia Farms in the U.S., Splenda can reduce carbon emissions with shortened supply chains, maintain environmental practices like water conservation on their farms, and vertically integrate stevia production to ensure the quality and sweetness of their products.

How does Splenda ensure the quality of its stevia products?

Splenda's vertically integrated system helps coordinate steps from the propagation of its stevia plants to the formulation of Splenda Stevia Sweeteners. This ensures consistency, traceability, and quality control from their U.S.-based Splenda Stevia Farms to your table.

Are Splenda Stevia sweeteners safe for people managing blood sugar?

Yes. Splenda Stevia sweeteners do not raise blood sugar levels.

How do stevia glycosides affect the flavor of sweeteners?

Steviol glycosides are the sweet compounds found in stevia leaves that create that sugar-like taste. Different types can vary in taste, which is why Splenda Stevia Farms select the plants with the best agriculture and sweetness qualities to make their way to your table.

Referencias

[1] Ashwell, M., 2015. Stevia, Nature’s Zero-Calorie Sustainable Sweetener. Nutrition Today. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4890837/

[2] Splenda. Splenda Stevia Farms: A New American Industry – “Where the Food Comes From”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUzFOQglrDE

[3] Splenda. Splenda Stevia Farms. https://www.splenda.com/steviafarms/

[4] Fortune Business Insights. Stevia Market Size, Share & COVID-19 Impact Analysis by Type (Dry Extract, Liquid Extract, and Others), Analysis by Application (Bakery and Confectionery, Beverages, Dairy Products, Frozen Products, Dietary Supplements, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2026-2034. https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/stevia-market-109131

[5] Lynda Kiernan-Stone for Global AgInvesting. Splenda, Heartland Food Products Launch $50M Eco-Conscious Farm in Florida. https://globalaginvesting.com/splenda-heartland-food-products-launch-50m-eco-conscious-farm-in-florida

[6] PR Newswire. Splenda® Stevia Farm Announces Official Operation of its Fully Integrated U.S.-based Stevia Farm, Building a New American Industry. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/splenda-stevia-farm-announces-official-operation-of-its-fully-integrated-us-based-stevia-farm-building-a-new-american-industry-301763822.html

[7] Jeff Gelski for Food Business News. Splenda Parent to Grow Stevia in Florida.
 https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/23356-splenda-parent-to-grow-stevia-in-florida

[8] Huang, C., et al., 2024. Properties, extraction and purification technologies of Stevia rebaudiana steviol glycosides: A review. Food Chemistry. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S030881462401272X

[9] Splenda. How is Splenda® Stevia grown? https://www.splenda.com/faqs/how-is-splenda-stevia-grown

[10] Adam Hayes for Investopedia. Vertical Integration: Understanding Its Impact on Business Efficiency. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/v/verticalintegration.asp

[11] Splenda. FAQ: Is Splenda® Stevia safe for people with Diabetes? https://www.splenda.com/faqs/is-splenda-stevia-safe-for-people-with-diabetes/