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Single-Person Households Influence Snacking Behavior

Similar to larger households, health and weight management is among the key motivations to eat snack foods at meals for solo diners
August 13, 2015
The growth in snack foods being consumed at meal time are largely driven by people who are eating those meals by themselves, according to NPD’s recently released Snacking in America report.
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C-Store Snack Trends

Study reveals only 5% of recent convenience store beer purchases included a prepared food item
August 12, 2015

Convenience store operators can increase sales of prepared food items by connecting late afternoon and evening snacking behaviors with purchases, according to a study commissioned by Tyson Convenience Foodservice in partnership with Anheuser-Busch.


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SunRidge Farms Expands Bulk, Packaged Offerings

The newest additions are USDA-Certified Organic Greek Yogurt Confections, Sea Salt & Apple Cider Vinegar Almonds and Cashews and All Natural Whole Grain Brown Rice Crackers & Snack Mixes.
August 12, 2015
SunRidge Farms added several new savory snacks and confections to its expanding product line. The newest additions are USDA-Certified Organic Greek Yogurt Confections, Sea Salt & Apple Cider Vinegar Almonds and Cashews and All Natural Whole Grain Brown Rice Crackers & Snack Mixes.
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Piller's New Protein Snack

Minis Sausage Snacks are now available on Canadian grocery shelves
August 12, 2015
The Piller's Pepperoni, Skinny Bites and Simply Free Minis are all free of gluten and MSG. The new product is calorie conscious, with only 70 calories per pack for the chicken Skinny Bites Minis and only 50 calories per pack for Simply Free Kolbassa Minis.
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Consumers Prefer Snacks with Healthy Twist

Protein, natural, and no or less sugar are the health call-outs that consumers are most looking for when selecting a snack
August 11, 2015

Whether salty, savory, or sweet; high, low, or no calories, consumers are looking for snacks that have a perceived health benefit, reports The NPD Group, a global information company.


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Growing Snack Sectors

The top 20 snack categories that show the most growth potential among consumers
August 11, 2015

TNS, a global research consultancy, revealed what it believes are the top 20 snack categories with the most growth potential among US consumers.


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HOPE Foods Expands Hummus Distribution

Two new varieties include Super Hemp and Red Pepper
August 7, 2015
HOPE Foods, maker of a High Pressure Processed (HPP) organic hummus and dips, is expanding distribution to Costco stores in the Rocky Mountain, West Coast, and Midwest regions as demand for organic, non-GMO convenience foods grows. To further satisfy consumer desire for products produced with clean ingredient lists that also taste great, HOPE is also expanding its flavor line-up to include two fresh new hummus flavors.
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Oscar Mayer Expands Portable Protein Snack Line

New varieties of P3 feature crunchy nut clusters and savory chicken grill snackers
August 4, 2015
Oscar Mayer is building its P3 Portable Protein Packs family with two new varieties, Nut Clusters and Grill Snackers, that add even more excitement to the protein snacking category.
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General Mills Unveils New Product Innovations

New offerings address consumer interests in key trends including wellness and convenience
August 3, 2015
Leading this collection is a host of new products to align with growing consumer interest in wellness, including new Yoplait Plenti, Nature Valley Toasted Oats Muesli, and Annie's organic soups.
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