Consumers are reading labels more, looking for products that are nutritious, with ingredients that are easy to understand and that work with their family's budget. While there's no official definition of "clean label," consumers and the snack and bakery industry have their own definition in mind.

Fresh bread, bagels and English muffins comprise the largest segment in bakery, valued at over $10 billion per IRI, Chicago. But sales overall remain relatively flat. Nevertheless, several strategic options exist for bakers to infuse new life into bread sales.

Food allergies continue to manifest in children and adults at unprecedented levels without any end in sight.

Absolutely Gluten Free is taking on the energy bar category with the launch of TahiniBAR, a grab-and-go sesame seed snack that weighs in at only 100 calories.

The Almond Board of California (ABC) has announced an investment of $4.8 million in 64 independent, third-party research projects exploring next-generation farming practices.

Crackers grow more sophisticated as shoppers seek nutrition and flavor in their snacks.

Snack mixes and nuts have always been a popular snack because they have a "health halo," and are also usually available in on-the-go varieties. Over the past year, consumers have continued to search for better-for-you snack mixes, but at the same time, they're also looking for new and innovative flavors and varieties that are perhaps more exotic than previous incarnations, with touches of indulgence.

Puratos recently launched Softgrain Amber Grain Organic.

Munk Pack, winner of the 2017 ‘Best Health School Snacks’ contest, discusses natural, healthy, vegan snacks.

Munk Pack’s line of innovative Protein Cookies line took away top honors in this year's ‘Best Healthy School Snacks’ contest.