Articles by Liz Parker

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Kellogg's on sustainability and greenhouse gas reduction

September 17, 2020

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Amy Senter, chief sustainability officer, Kellogg's, about their sustainability initiatives.

Snack and bakery companies look for new, efficient fleets

Energy-efficiency and improved productivity reign supreme with new delivery vehicles and associated technologies.

Liz Parker

September 17, 2020

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Efficient fleet management is vital to the success of any snack and bakery business controlling its own distribution. These days, companies often look for fleets that have newer technology, or that are more energy-efficient, in order to improve their overall bottom line.

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Exclusive interview: Q&A with Undercover Snacks, on its brand origin and healthy snacks

Liz Parker

September 11, 2020

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Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Diana Levy, founder and CEO, Undercover Snacks, about the brand's origins and healthy snacking.

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Pam Smith, RDN, on consumer habits and industry changes as a result of COVID-19

Liz Parker

August 19, 2020

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Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery recently was able to talk to Pam Smith, RDN, about consumer habits and changes to the industry as a result of COVID-19.

Salty snacks pique consumer interest with fresh and exotic flavors

Consumers search for ‘new and different’ salty snacks.

Liz Parker

August 17, 2020

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Salty snacks like chips, popcorn, pretzels, and snack crackers have long been a staple in the home, and have become even more essential now during the coronavirus pandemic.

Companies search for new and improved warehouse software

Warehouse software can be used to track ingredients, packaging, and more.

Liz Parker

August 14, 2020

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Companies often use warehouse management system (WMS) software to track traffic in and out of the warehouse. These systems are often a component of a larger enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

State of the Industry 2020: Puffed and extruded snacks grow through innovation

Consumers embrace snack flavor and format diversity.

Liz Parker

July 21, 2020

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The puffed and extruded snacks category has grown-up, and the market is seeing some diverse company.

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

Consumers search for healthier, spicier chip options.

Liz Parker

July 14, 2020

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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: Consumers indulge in comforting sweet goods

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

Liz Parker

June 29, 2020

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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.

Branding matters: Aunt Jemima brand changes name and packaging, others follow suit

Liz Parker

June 26, 2020

Last week, Aunt Jemima, a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Inc., announced that it will be changing its name and packaging.

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Articles by Liz Parker

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Kellogg's on sustainability and greenhouse gas reduction

Snack and bakery companies look for new, efficient fleets

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Undercover Snacks, on its brand origin and healthy snacks

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Pam Smith, RDN, on consumer habits and industry changes as a result of COVID-19

Salty snacks pique consumer interest with fresh and exotic flavors

Companies search for new and improved warehouse software

State of the Industry 2020: Puffed and extruded snacks grow through innovation

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

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

Branding matters: Aunt Jemima brand changes name and packaging, others follow suit

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