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General Mills Convenience brings Dunkaroos to C-stores this summer

July 1, 2020

Dunkaroos, the beloved cookie and icing combo of the 90’s, are making a comeback at convenience stores nationwide beginning this summer.

State of the Industry 2020: Developing better-for-you tortillas

From innovation to immunity, tortillas keep pace with today’s trends

Kimberly Decker

June 30, 2020

Cinco de Mayo fell on a Taco Tuesday this year. And while the coronavirus nixed any plans for celebrating the holiday en masse, it's a safe bet that families across the country did a fine job cooking up their own festivities at home, or ordering curbside takeout.

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Rudolph Foods on Pepe's Chicharrones performance and growth

June 29, 2020

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Mark Singleton, vice president of sales and marketing, Rudolph Foods, Lima, OH, about their Pepe's brand and its growth and current performance.

State of the Industry 2020: Consumers indulge in comforting sweet goods

Specialized diets fuel R&D efforts while consumers seek balance—and comfort

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 29, 2020

Sweet goods are having a moment. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, people want comfort food, and that includes bakery products like pastries, doughnuts, muffins, and more.

State of the Industry 2020: Snack cakes remain portable and delicious

Consumers seek on-the-go bakery snacks—even while staying home

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 26, 2020

Even though consumers have largely been staying home of late due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they are still seeking out desserts and treats like snack cakes.

State of the Industry 2020: Healthy pizza diversity fuels growth

Pizza categories see growth through better-for-you diversification and authenticity

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

June 25, 2020

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S., shoppers began to frantically stock up on select food products. Due to its convenience and comfort-food appeal, frozen pizza was a top choice, and retailers soon found themselves with dwindling supplies as American society braced for the worst.

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Orbital Insight, on the potato chip industry during the COVID-19 pandemic

June 25, 2020

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Dr. James "Jimi" Crawford, founder and CEO of Orbital Insight, Palo Alto, CA, about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the potato chip industry.

State of the Industry 2020: Growing retail dessert diversity

Dessert trends point to opportunities for healthier, free-from, plant-based products

Joyce Friedberg

June 24, 2020

Who doesn't enjoy a sweet treat from time to time? In fact, when surveyed by Datassential last year, 93 percent of consumers had eaten dessert in the past week, and 55 percent had enjoyed dessert within the past day (Datassential, "Dessert's Sweet Spot," Keynote Report, 2019).

State of the Industry 2020: Cookies evolve for broader appeal

Consumers search for gluten-free, vegan, reduced-sugar, and keto-friendly cookies, among others

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 23, 2020

Cookies have long been an easy treat. Consumers regularly search for comfort foods, and few edible pleasures can compare to sweet taste of a perfectly baked cookie.

State of the Industry 2020: Buns and rolls have a sweet year

Buns and rolls see growth as bakers look forward to ongoing innovations in the coming year

Ed Finkel

June 22, 2020

The buns and rolls category has enjoyed a prosperous past 12 months, sparked in particular by the popularity of products like Hawaiian rolls.

Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Hershey showcases its new strategies at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Hershey showcases new strategies, candy

Hard candy evolves beyond traditional sweetness

Events

August 20, 2025

Breaking the Mold: Fresh Perspectives on Modern Bakery Packaging Solutions

On-Demand Join us for a practical look at how bakeries can modernize packaging lines and better align with emerging retail and environmental demands. Key takeaways:

June 23, 2026

Better Bread: Smarter Formulation

BFY bill while still delivering the taste, texture, and other attributes that consumers aren’t so willing to compromise on. In this focused presentation, an expert from a leading producer will discuss their experiences and perspectives on ways to craft recipes that hit all the marks.

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Natural Food Flavors and Colorants, 2nd Edition

Although many foods are appealing, and even perceived as natural, in spite of containing synthetic additives, consumer increasingly prefer food products which are fully natural.

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