State of the Industry 2025: Bread buys focus on quality Shoppers and bread producers alike face challenges but the category keeps plugging along. Jenni Spinner June 26, 2025 Sales of bread products have been relatively flat, but consumers continue reaching for BFY and restaurant-like options.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Sweet goods producers remain optimistic In the face of ups and downs, players in the category have reasons to look on the bright side. Alex Zavistovich June 25, 2025 Consumers are searching for better-for-you, healthy breakfast ideas.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Bittersweet results hit desserts While the past year brought declines in several subcategories, bright spots still appeared. Jenni Spinner June 20, 2025 Shoppers are still reaching for cakes, pies, and other sweet temptations, though many categories saw a drop in sales.Read More
Sweets & Snacks Expo embraces everyday creativity The 2025 National Confectioners Association event showcased innovation and range. Douglas J. Peckenpaugh May 28, 2025 Home bakers and snack makers have one thing in common: they often display ingenuity in doing delicious things with simple ingredients.Read More
For bar-hungry consumers, protein packs a punch: Glanbia A leader from the food solutions provider offers insights into trends impacting the category. Jenni Spinner May 27, 2025 With Americans continuing to reach for bars whenever they feel peckish, high-protein products rank high on their shopping lists.Read More
BFY breads take center stage at online event Bread expert Richard Charpentier shared tips and consumer desires in the webinar. Jenni Spinner May 27, 2025 The webinar Tasty Trends in BFY Breads focused on key consumer interests, in-demand ingredients, and other factors of the category.Read More
Dawn Foods unveils global bakery trends at IBA The research-backed insights reveal four trends shaping the future of bakery. SF&WB Staff May 21, 2025 The trends offer a data-driven look at where the sweet bakery industry is headed and how bakers can stay ahead of shifting consumer expectations.Read More
Snackers seek puffed treats with BFY benefits, novel flavors: Clextral An expert from the company shares top trends and challenges impacting the category. Jenni Spinner May 21, 2025 Among the traits Americans seek in their puffed snacks are sustainability, pleasing textures, global tastes, and nutritious bases.Read More
Creativity and collaboration can help incorporate appealing grains BFY benefits make alternative grains attractive, but finding the right product can take some work and creativity. Jenni Spinner May 16, 2025 Ancient and specialty grains are more popular than ever, but suppliers suggest producers work with partners to find the right solution.Read More
Consumers search for better-for-you puffed and extruded snacks An increased emphasis on health is fueling the rise of BFY puffed and extruded snack choices. Liz Parker Kuhn May 9, 2025 Although the puffed and extruded snacks category suffered a slight loss in sales last year, it’s not going anywhere anytime soon: Cheetos, BFY snacks, and other varieties are ubiquitous in American pantries. Read More