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Anaheim Convention Center with Expo West banners

Expo West 2026 to showcase natural snack and bakery selections

While Natural Products Expo West covers all industries, food is a key innovation category.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
February 20, 2026

Scheduled March 4‒6 in Anaheim, the event highlights key product innovations for consumers interested in their health, as well as the state of the planet.


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Gonnella sourdough

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, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
February 19, 2026

While bread buyers show interest in better-for-you traits, most producers report taste remains the top draw.


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This image displays a package of Skittles Gummies Fuego candy.

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.
Lis Parker
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.


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Table full of cakes, cookies, and other baked goods

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.


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Four small bottles of different colors of maple syrup

Natural sweeteners elevate snack and bakery formulations

Producers have numerous alternatives at their disposal when looking to avoid sugar.
David Feder
February 2, 2026

While consumers continue craving sweet treats, an increasing number are souring on sugar, artificial sweeteners, and other ingredients.


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Singer Bad Bunny in brown suit holding straw hat

All-star media team shares Super Bowl snack favorites

BNP staffers share their MVP menu picks for the big game on February 8.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
January 29, 2026

The NFL's big match-up between the Patriots and Seahawks is slated to feature a halftime performance by multi-platinum recording artist Bad Bunny.


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Assorted jars of Saltverk Icelandic salts

Icelandic salts add flavor, flair to snacks and baked goods

According to Saltverk, the ingredient does more than improve the taste of foods.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
January 27, 2026

In addition to salt products with distinct flavors, Saltverk also offers sustainability, thanks to the use of geothermal energy from Icelandic geysers.


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Chocolate Mint Aloha bar on green background

BFY bar brand leader details ‘fibermaxxing’ trend

Aloha’s CEO shares insights on incorporating fiber in foods consumers respond to
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
January 22, 2026
According to one food company leader, the surging interest in high-fiber baked goods and snacks shows the ingredient is no longer an ‘afterthought.’
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Wrapped and unwrapped chocolate pieces, berries, and nuts on pink and green background

Venchi blends tradition with Italian indulgence

Launched with one product in 1878, the Italian chocolatier now offers hundreds of items.
Bailee Henderson
Bailee Henderson
January 20, 2026

Starting humbly with just one small shop and product, the company now offers scores of treats to customers around the globe.


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Brown bag of Lay’s Salted Caramel with pictures of chips and caramels on the front.

Producers look to shake up the chips category

Consumers crave innovative flavors and better-for-you options.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
January 19, 2026

In an ever-evolving market, manufacturers strive to offer an unprecedented range of diverse formats.


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