According to a 2019 Innova Consumer Survey, 63% of global consumers are increasingly trying to incorporate plant ingredients in the diet. Not surprisingly, sauce, dressing and spread manufacturers have been finding creative ways to address the trend as well.

More than half of US adults claim they really enjoy cooking (53%) and more than one-third consider the kitchen to be the most important room in the home (35%), according to Packaged Facts’ report, “Eating Trends: Cooking & Food Shopping” Officials note these percentages have risen compared to a decade ago.

Dairy foods and beverages are facing challenges that include competition from plant-based dairy wannabes, global trade obstacles and more. But the odds are in dairy’s favor as processors home in on consumers’ evolving wants and needs.

Health and wellness continues to be a catalyst for innovation, but what that term means for consumers is a moving target and is impacted by a multitude of factors such as individual need states, age, and socioeconomic status.

The new rinds are packed with protein, baked (not fried) until light and crispy, and seasoned carefully to create an authentic pork taste.

At home or on the go, Freeze-Dried Dark Chocolate-Covered Strawberries and Bananas are ideal in lunchboxes, as an office snack or even as a sweet gift.

Launching in February 2020, Sprite Ginger and Sprite Ginger Zero Sugar will be available in 20oz and 2-liter PET bottles and 12oz can 12-packs.

New Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Big Bowls have even more mac & cheese to make a cheesy and easy dinner in just three and a half minutes – just add water.

Fans of the brand’s top-selling 95% Wicked Dark line or rustic Mexican-style Chocolate Discs may be surprised to learn that Taza can create smooth chocolate.