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State of the Industry 2020: Growing retail dessert diversity

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

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.

State of the Industry 2020: Breakfast products combine nutrition and good taste

Reduced sugar, plus more protein and fiber, drive interest in breakfast foods like pancakes and waffles

Neal Lorenzi

June 19, 2020

When it comes to convenient breakfast options, consumers are looking for products that meet their dietary needs without sacrificing flavor or taste.

State of the Industry 2020: Bread, bagels, and English muffins gain ground

Cornerstone bakery products like fresh bread, bagels, and English muffins are gaining ground

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

June 18, 2020

The past year has provided several key indicators that fresh bread products, including packaged bread, bagels, and English muffins, are gaining new levels of consumer interest.

State of the Industry 2020: Health and flavor lead the way in bars

Diverse consumers and eating occasions translate to ample opportunity for bar creativity

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

June 17, 2020

Whether consumers are looking to eat breakfast on the go, refuel after a workout, or indulge in a tasty but nutritious treat, there are more choices than ever when it comes to bars.

State of the Industry 2020: Pathways out of the pandemic

We now enter an industry changed forever by the COVID-19 pandemic, setting paths for a new day

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

June 16, 2020

The 1859 Charles Dickens classic historical novel "A Tale of Two Cities" begins with a statement of startling extremes, "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…"

Clear Seas Research releases report on todays challenges and industry perspective, during COVID-19 crisis (Part Four)

Clear Seas Research releases report on today's challenges and industry perspective, during COVID-19 crisis (Part Five)

June 15, 2020

Clear Seas Research (a BNP Media Company) is uniquely positioned to engage with industry professionals in niche market sectors, which are all impacted in different ways by the coronavirus pandemic.

Royal Hawaiian Orchards launches family-sized option for healthy at-home snacking

June 15, 2020

Royal Hawaiian Orchards has announced the introduction of a new 24-oz bag of Sea Salt macadamia nuts.

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Syntegon on COVID-19 and customer service

June 12, 2020

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Paul Jenks, director of sales and marketing, Syntegon, New Richmond, WI, about their response to COVID-19.

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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