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State of the Industry 2020: Crackers grow through innovation

Consumers search for crackers that adhere to plant-based, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary choices.

July 15, 2020

Crackers are a product category that has nearly universal appeal. Consumers are snacking more often, especially in light of the recent pandemic, and the expanding variety of crackers on the market today make them a natural fit for nearly any snacking occasion.

Culinary inspiration for snack and bakery R&D

We recently reached out to Chef Howard Cantor to learn more about how he identifies flavor opportunities for potential use in new product development.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

July 14, 2020

Flavor trends across the snack and bakery market can gain inspiration from any number of directions, including prevailing currents in foodservice, ethnic items gaining more-widespread appeal, interest in better-for-you foods, and more.

Baking industry strategies for the post-COVID-19 era

Chris Luke

July 14, 2020

As we approach the beginning of summer, we stand at the threshold of a new era of American life. The COVID-19 pandemic has upended our society's long-established rhythms.

State of the Industry 2020: Chips offer better-for-you options

Consumers search for healthier, spicier chip options.

Liz Parker Kuhn

July 14, 2020

Potato chips are a staple in most Americans' pantries. While classic chips still command the bulk of U.S. market share, salty snack companies have begun to offer more better-for-you options, in addition to new and exciting flavor combinations.

State of the Industry 2020: Meeting snack market demands

COVID-19 has catalyzed increased demand for snacks as producers position themselves for growth.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

July 13, 2020

In early 2020, as the COVID-19 crisis began to ripple through our global society, we largely retreated to our homes, and began snacking.

LesserEvil makes debut in cookie aisle with launch of Keto Certified Mini Cookies

The better-for-you brand known for its salty snack innovations breaks into new category

July 13, 2020

LesserEvil, the better-for-you snack brand known for its premium portfolio of Organic Popcorn, Grain Free Paleo Puffs and Egg White Curls, is making its debut in a different aisle of the store this month with the launch of Keto Certified Mini Cookies.

Earn consumer trust with transparent labels for gluten-free products

Earning consumer trust with transparent labels for gluten-free products

Laura K. Allred

July 9, 2020

For members of the gluten-free community, trust in their favorite products is of paramount importance.

General Mills Convenience introduces Ratio keto-friendly bars

July 8, 2020

General Mills Convenience announces a new option for the bar set to appeal to convenience store consumers looking for a keto-friendly snack.

LA Laker JaVale McGee joins Outstanding Foods amidst $5M funding announcement

LA Laker JaVale McGee invests in rapidly expanding better-for-you snack brand

July 7, 2020

Outstanding Foods, maker of PigOut Pigless Pork Rinds, announced it has closed a $5M round of financing led by SternAegis Ventures.

First bar scientifically formulated for intermittent fasting now available on Amazon

Hack your fast with Fast Bar, the nutrition bar that satisfies your hunger while helping you achieve your intermittent fasting goals

July 2, 2020

Fast Bar, the first and only bar scientifically formulated to support intermittent fasting and time restricted eating goals, is now available on Amazon.