State of the Industry 2025: Cookies show their fun side Producers are experimenting with new flavors, formats, and features. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2025 Consumers are seeking both nostalgic flavors and new experiences.Read More
BEMA Convention 2025: More than fun in the sun The annual event offered powerful industry programming in a sunny setting. Jenni Spinner July 1, 2025 While the annual event’s setting tends to be picturesque, the insightful, impactful sessions are the real draw.Read More
Wasa sets out to make snacking occasions entertaining An expert from the company discusses keeping things fresh after more than a century. Jenni Spinner June 30, 2025 The company’s innovations and outreach efforts encourage consumers to have fun with their products.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Bun buys keep rolling along From both the perimeter and center store, rolls and buns continue to land in shopping carts. Jenni Spinner June 30, 2025 With consumers continuing to crave burgers, hot dogs, and other products, buns and rolls remain popular purchases.Read More
Fun Friday: Goetze's Caramel Creams Ale, Cinnamon Toast Crunch's ‘dark’ ad, Hershey's Chocolate World fun Survey says: road trippers crave Cheez-It and Pringles. Liz Parker Kuhn June 27, 2025 This week's Fun Friday features news from Goetze's Candy Co., Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Hershey, Kellanova, and Planters.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Breakfast grows up Millennials and families continue reading labels before reaching for breakfast options. Liz Parker Kuhn June 27, 2025 Consumers are searching for better-for-you, healthy breakfast ideas.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Bread buys focus on quality Shoppers and bread producers alike face challenges but the category keeps plugging along. Jenni Spinner June 26, 2025 Sales of bread products have been relatively flat, but consumers continue reaching for BFY and restaurant-like options.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Tortilla sales are on the rise Refrigerated brands generally have been climbing faster than their shelf-stable counterparts. Ed Finkel June 26, 2025 Whether traditional, better-for-you, flavored, or other, tortillas and other wraps continue to interest hungry consumers.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Snack bars offer nutritious ingredients Consumer preferences are skewing towards convenient bars offering improved nutritional profiles. Liz Parker Kuhn June 25, 2025 Consumers are searching for protein-packed, better-for-you snack bar options.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Sweet goods producers remain optimistic In the face of ups and downs, players in the category have reasons to look on the bright side. Alex Zavistovich June 25, 2025 Consumers are searching for better-for-you, healthy breakfast ideas.Read More