General Mills, Box Tops for Education Survey reveals data collected from nearly 1,000 parents
July 27, 2017
The detailed survey concluded families are most interested in simple, outdoor activities and unexpected road trips with the right mix of snacks and fun in the sun.
Survey results showed 180,000 products have been reformulated, with 75% of responding members confirming they have reformulated products
July 25, 2017
Developed in conjunction with Deloitte, Chicago, the CGF asked all members to participate and complete those questions that are relevant to their businesses, while other consumer goods companies were encouraged to get involved.
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.
Free-from formulations, exotic ingredients and spicy flavors among key food and beverage trends
July 21, 2017
Marketing products as certified organic or carrying "free-from" labels has become part of several trends that will help keep sauces and condiments popular with a range of influential consumers, including Baby Boomers, Millennials, Hispanics, and African Americans.
Interest in naturalness, minimal processing and clean labeling is no longer new in the food industry. In fact, as long ago as 2008, “Go Natural” led Innova Market Insights’ annual trends listing.
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.