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In-depth coverage of the most pressing topics and trends shaping the baking and snack food industries. Includes exclusive features such as Tortilla Trends, State of the Industry, Snack Manufacturer of the Year, Baker of the Year, and the Top 50 rankings—offering valuable insights and analysis from industry leaders and experts.]]> https://www.snackandbakery.com/rss/2633-special-reports en-us The top 50 snack and bakery companies of 2025 Between inflation, surging materials costs, tariffs, and other factors at play, U.S. are feeling the pinch of surging prices. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports in its Consumer Price Index for September 2025 that most of the consumer-forward price categories tracked by the agency had increased over the previous 12 months, up about 3% overall.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114935 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114935-the-top-50-snack-and-bakery-companies-of-2025 2025 Bakery of the Year: Turano Baking Co. In the face of growth and tech upgrades, the company puts customers first.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114732 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114732-2025-bakery-of-the-year-turano-baking-co State of the Industry 2025: Novelty candy sees some sweet results Consumers purchased more items in the category this year than in the previous 12-month period.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114485 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:20:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114485-state-of-the-industry-2025-novelty-candy-sees-some-sweet-results Candy Cash Satellite Wafers State of the Industry 2025: Non-chocolate makers adapt to new trends The sector is focusing on cleaner ingredients and more distinct offerings.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114471 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114471-state-of-the-industry-2025-non-chocolate-makers-adapt-to-new-trends a large container of Twizzlers Strawberry Flavored Twists candy. The Hershey Company Twizzlers Rainbow State of the Industry 2025: Hard year for hard candy edfinkel@earthlink.net (Ed Finkel) The “grandma’s purse” category aims to step up its game.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114470 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114470-state-of-the-industry-2025-hard-year-for-hard-candy vitamin c pops sour zolli zolli snow ballz State of the Industry 2025: Mints hold steady over the year While sales of sugarless products remained even compared to the previous year, regular items saw their bubble burst.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114472 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114472-state-of-the-industry-2025-mints-hold-steady-over-the-year Hershey Orange Cream Hershey Fruity Mix Mints State of the Industry 2025: Gum sales drop over recent months While sales of sugarless products remained even compared to the previous year, regular items saw their bubble burst.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114461 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114461-state-of-the-industry-2025-gum-sales-drop-over-recent-months trident vibes cotton candy bubblicious watermelon bubblicious original State of the Industry 2025: Chocolate consumers keep craving treats Despite ongoing cocoa market volatility and other obstacles, candy companies keep delivering the chocolate treats shoppers desire.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114458 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114458-state-of-the-industry-2025-chocolate-consumers-keep-craving-treats Esther Price Milk Chocolate Lemon Meltaway candy. sther Price Milk Chocolate Covered Potato Chips. Esther Price Dark Chocolate Raspberry Meltaway candy. State of the Industry 2025: Candy producers focus on new flavors, trends When picking out sweet treats, shoppers are looking for variety in portion and pack sizes.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114450 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114450-state-of-the-industry-2025-candy-producers-focus-on-new-flavors-trends 2025 Snack Producer of the Year: LesserEvil Better-for-you bites are growing more rapidly than their conventional counterparts, according to Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery’s State of the Industry: Snacks coverage. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114444 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114444-2025-snack-producer-of-the-year-lesserevil 2025 State of the Industry: Custom built Snacking is a constant, with BFY and other trends mixing things up.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114262 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114262-2025-state-of-the-industry-custom-built State of the Industry 2025: Pretzels perform positively for the year Companies offering products in the salty snack category had a good 12 months; producers also feel good about the year ahead.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114159 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114159-state-of-the-industry-2025-pretzels-perform-positively-for-the-year Dots pretzel honey mustard Courtesy of Hershey Dots pretzel bbq Courtesy of Hershey Dots pretzel parm garlic Courtesy of Hershey Dots pretzel buffalo Courtesy of Hershey Dots pretzel original Courtesy of Hershey State of the Industry 2025: Popcorn rolls with the punches Consumers are searching for both better-for-you and indulgent offerings.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114151 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114151-state-of-the-industry-2025-popcorn-rolls-with-the-punches State of the Industry 2025: Sales of frozen snacks and apps stay cool Challenges persist for the chilly category, but the word from company leaders is there are many reasons to feel optimistic about the coming months.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114149 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114149-state-of-the-industry-2025-sales-of-frozen-snacks-and-apps-stay-cool Dr. Praegers Pizza Stars Courtesy of Dr. Praeger's Dr. Praegers Broccoli Cheddar Cheesy Bites Courtesy of Dr. Praeger's Dr. Praegers Taco Stars Courtesy of Dr. Praeger's State of the Industry 2025: Crackers keep evolving Consumers are searching for clean-label products with adventurous flavors.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114148 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114148-state-of-the-industry-2025-crackers-keep-evolving State of the Industry 2025: Puffed and extruded snacks get innovative Consumers want new and exciting options in puffed and extruded snacks.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114141 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114141-state-of-the-industry-2025-puffed-and-extruded-snacks-get-innovative SRSB Krutones Courtesy of Rudolph Foods srsb hot honey pork rinds Courtesy of Rudolph Foods Snacking habits can run in the family Snacktime can be social, but when it comes to product preferences, it also can follow biology.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114140 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114140-snacking-habits-can-run-in-the-family State of the Industry 2025: Consumers hold healthy cravings for tortilla chips When considering the category, snackers rank adventurous flavors and better-for-you benefits high on their list of must-haves.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114133 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114133-state-of-the-industry-2025-consumers-hold-healthy-cravings-for-tortilla-chips Simply dorito chips Courtesy of PepsiCo Island Time Laidback Surfin' Salt Courtesy of Island Time Island Time Laidback Lime Chips Courtesy of Island Time State of the Industry 2025: Health interests keep nuts and snack mixes going edfinkel@earthlink.net (Ed Finkel) When considering the category, snackers rank adventurous flavors and better-for-you benefits high on their list of must-haves.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114122 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114122-state-of-the-industry-2025-health-interests-keep-nuts-and-snack-mixes-going State of the Industry 2025: Snack industry thrives with diverse products The market is operating in a more cautious environment due to inflation, economic uncertainty.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114111 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114111-state-of-the-industry-2025-snack-industry-thrives-with-diverse-products State of the Industry 2025: Chips are down, and up The potato chips category is fiercely competitive, but products offering adventurous flavors, BFY benefits, and other stand-out qualities can connect with consumers.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114108 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114108-state-of-the-industry-2025-chips-are-down-and-up Pringles Everything Bagel Courtesy of Kellanova Pringles Dill Pickle Flavor Courtesy of Kellanova Pringles Miller Lite Courtesy of Kellanova Pringles Hot Ones Rojo Courtesy of Kellanova State of the Industry 2025: Ready for anything For the past several years, the baking industry has faced a long list of serious, ongoing challenges. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114014 Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114014-state-of-the-industry-2025-ready-for-anything State of the Industry 2025: Cookies show their fun side Consumers are seeking both nostalgic flavors and new experiences.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114004 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/114004-state-of-the-industry-2025-cookies-show-their-fun-side State of the Industry 2025: Bun buys keep rolling along With consumers continuing to crave burgers, hot dogs, and other products, buns and rolls remain popular purchases.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113981 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113981-state-of-the-industry-2025-bun-buys-keep-rolling-along State of the Industry 2025: Breakfast grows up Consumers are searching for better-for-you, healthy breakfast ideas.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113980 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113980-state-of-the-industry-2025-breakfast-grows-up State of the Industry 2025: Bread buys focus on quality Sales of bread products have been relatively flat, but consumers continue reaching for BFY and restaurant-like options.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113979 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113979-state-of-the-industry-2025-bread-buys-focus-on-quality State of the Industry 2025: Tortilla sales are on the rise edfinkel@earthlink.net (Ed Finkel) Whether traditional, better-for-you, flavored, or other, tortillas and other wraps continue to interest hungry consumers.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113978 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113978-state-of-the-industry-2025-tortilla-sales-are-on-the-rise State of the Industry 2025: Snack bars offer nutritious ingredients Consumers are searching for protein-packed, better-for-you snack bar options.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113977 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113977-state-of-the-industry-2025-snack-bars-offer-nutritious-ingredients State of the Industry 2025: Sweet goods producers remain optimistic Consumers are searching for better-for-you, healthy breakfast ideas.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113976 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113976-state-of-the-industry-2025-sweet-goods-producers-remain-optimistic State of the Industry 2025: Bakery snacks continue innovating When searching for snack cakes, consumers look for indulgence, affordability, and convenience.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113975 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113975-state-of-the-industry-2025-bakery-snacks-continue-innovating