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.

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

Justin’s announced the launch of its Snack Pack product line.

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.

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.

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.

Snacking may very well be the new American pastime.

Primizie, the creator of thick cut chef-inspired crispbreads, introduced its newest flavor in sweet snack crisps, Dolce Caramel & Italian Sweet Cream, this summer along with a new 1.5 ounce variety of its specialty crisps in five premium flavors including Dolce Caramel, for the ultimate on-the-go treat.

Blue Diamond Growers announced the BOLD campaign asking consumers, friends and families to "Be BOLD" and embrace their inner heat, sweet or spice in their everyday.