State of the Industry 2026: Sweet goods producers show creativity, resilience Consumers still want their moments of sweet indulgence, and bakers are delivering. Jenni Spinner June 30, 2026 Companies are responding to consumer demand for protein, fiber, natural ingredients, whole grains, and more.Read More
State of the Industry: Sales of tortillas are relatively flat In a repeat of last year, refrigerated products performed better than others. Jenni Spinner June 29, 2026 While growth in the category has been somewhat stagnant, producers keep innovating, especially with BFY options.Read More
State of the Industry 2026: Bars with BFY focus thrive Products offering clean labels and health benefits are performing relatively well. Jenni Spinner June 25, 2026 Companies are responding to consumer demand for protein, fiber, natural ingredients, whole grains, and more.Read More
State of the Industry 2026: Dessert producers respond to customers Shoppers are looking for products that offer portion control, creativity, and value. Chris Lewis June 24, 2026 Even in rough economic conditions, people still turn to the category for sweet indulgence.Read More
State of the Industry 2026: Breakfast’s big moment Producers are finding success by delivering simple, delicious value in the category. Alex Zavistovich June 23, 2026 Consumers are looking to start their day with products that offer protein, fiber, and good taste.Read More
State of the Industry: Buns keep rolling along The category experienced ups and downs in both the perimeter and c-store. Jenni Spinner June 18, 2026 Overall sales have been even or slightly down, but better-for-you products and small-but-growing companies are worth watching.Read More
Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category The brand features flavor-wrapped kernels and innovative tastes in its products. Jenni Spinner June 2, 2026 The microwave popcorn, which started as a DTC brand, has since made it onto retail shelves, including Walmart.Read More
Grain ingredients bring taste, health to baked goods and snacks Bakery and snack consumers want BFY benefits but won’t compromise on taste. Jenni Spinner May 18, 2026 With people looking for high-fiber foods, clean labels, and other must-haves, grains can deliver on several counts.Read More
Consumers talk about Oreo snack cakes, Mondelēz listens Snackers weighed in on how Cakesters could be improved, and the brand reacted. Jenni Spinner May 14, 2026 After the baked treats returned from a hiatus, the company collected feedback from people and tweaked to reflect their input.Read More
Prosur launches ‘toolkit’ of natural ingredient solutions The supplier aims to offer solutions for consumers leery of artificial additives. SF&WB Staff May 6, 2026 In an age where ultra-processed foods are increasingly getting side-eye from the public, the company is offering a range of natural choices.Read More