The Sweets & Snacks Expo fosters a positive context for pondering the forces at play in the snack and confections segments, if in no other way than providing attendees the opportunity to snack at will.
Packaged Facts analyzes the key trends among more than 20 flavors and ingredients
July 24, 2017
Packaged Facts recently released the latest edition in its popular Culinary Trend Tracking Series (CuTTS), Food and Beverage Flavor and Ingredient Trends.
The growing backlash against negative ingredient messages seems to have reached a tipping point, with processors proudly touting meat (including half a dozen pork rind products!), full-fat dairy, butter, and other ingredients once perceived of as unhealthy. In fact, some companies even are using “whole milk” and “full-fat” as positive marketing tools.
Sales of frozen yogurt and non-dairy ice cream decline 10% in two years
July 14, 2017
New research from Mintel reveals that retail sales of frozen yogurt and non-dairy ice cream slipped 10% in the last two years, reaching an estimated $299 million in 2016. Meanwhile, the ice cream and frozen dairy desserts segment grew 7% 2014-16 to reach an estimated 6.8 million.
2017 Prepared Foods New Products Conference: Al Banisch, Mattson
July 12, 2017
Come hear Al Banisch, Mattson Executive Vice President, New Product Strategy, guide a live panel discussion and explore emerging issues and opportunities.
Speaking at the 2017 Prepared Foods New Products Conference: Doug Hall, Eureka Ranch
July 10, 2017
Built on research from 30 years, $25 Million in research, 25,000 ideas and 1,000s of Fortune 500 teams - this event will give you specific things you can do today to ignite innovation in your own work.
Speaking at the 2017 Prepared Foods New Products Conference: Errol Schweizer, BeyondBrands
July 5, 2017
Consumers have an ever expanding array of mealtime options. So how do brick-and-mortar grocers keep shoppers coming in for unique foods and drinks that hit lifestyle, health and taste trends—and grow store sales?