Strong global demand, innovative new products and enhanced advertising are just some of the reasons why Blue Diamond Growers’ global almond sales are up $300 million in fiscal year 2013-14.
We’re only halfway through the year, but we’ve uncovered so many interesting new snack and bakery products already that we can’t wait to share our favorites with you.
Nuts are one of the fastest-growing segments in snacks. New snack nuts and trail mixes pair better-for-you ingredients with bold, fun flavors and convenient packages for easy-to-eat products that wake up the taste buds and provide long-lasting energy.
The National Confectioners Association’s show, May 20-22 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, presented a whirlwind of new snacks and bakery items its Most Innovative New Product Awards, where such items were taste-tested by an elite panel of industry food experts and then voted on by attendees.
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc., parent company of the Fisher Nuts brand, won a Gold REGGIE Award in the packaging innovation campaign category at the Brand Activation Association (BAA) Awards ceremony in Chicago in March.