Fruits offer benefits beyond flavoring baked goods and snacks Consumers are drawn to such items for health gains, clean-label appeal, and more. Jenni Spinner April 17, 2026 When looking for treats in the bakery section or snack aisle, consumers frequently fancy fruits in the mix.Read More
BFY producers aim to deliver to ‘no compromise’ consumers A leader from better-for-you brand MadeGood shares insights on what snackers want. Jenni Spinner April 14, 2026 The demand for baked goods and snacks that meet health goals while also offering appealing taste continues to surge.Read More
Ancient grains fueling BFY innovation: DakotaMB The old ingredients are inspiring producers to formulate a range of new products. Tarrand Fiesel April 3, 2026 An expert from the ingredients supplier outlines how quinoa, buckwheat, and other items are inspiring creative new bakery and snack products.Read More
Nature’s Garden aims to stand out in the fruit snack field Known for brands like Yoggies, the company sets its sights on healthy indulgence. Jenni Spinner March 18, 2026 With consumers craving better-for-you bites with clean labels and functional benefits, the company says it’s on top of the trends.Read More
Flavor, function, and other factors fuel fat and oil selection With sometimes conflicting consumer desires at play, producers have their work cut out for them. Jenni Spinner March 18, 2026 The right ingredients for a particular application do more than just make a snack or bakery treat taste good, according to experts.Read More
Consumer insights drive bakery and snack innovation: Kerry An expert from the flavor firm points out trends to follow in the coming months. Jenni Spinner March 2, 2026 In its Global Taste Charts, the company shares a peek into what flavors might attract shoppers’ attention, and dollars, in the near future.Read More
Consumers want more from their bread: Corbion An expert from the food solutions firm talks trends, challenges, and ways to connect. Jenni Spinner February 27, 2026 When shopping for bread, especially in the center store, people are expecting more from their purchases than ever before.Read More
Consumers continue to raise a toast to breads With sales holding steady, shoppers are reaching for a mix of familiar and new products. Jenni Spinner February 19, 2026 While bread buyers show interest in better-for-you traits, most producers report taste remains the top draw.Read More
Skittles Gummies Fuego offer a hot take on the candy brand The “swicy” confection is the latest innovative take in the Mars-owned confection line. Liz Parker Kuhn February 16, 2026 The Mars-owned confectionery brand began production in the U.S. in 1982 but made its official debut in the U.K. eight years prior.Read More
Rise Baking Co. lays out 2026 bakery trends The bakery producer predicts indulgence and clean-label demands will drive the field. SF&WB Staff February 2, 2026 Among the factors the company foresees as figuring into the market: sustained consumer interest in varying pack and portion sizes.Read More