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Jenni Spinner

Jenni Spinner

Jenni Spinner is the chief editor of Snack Food and Wholesale Bakery with more than 25 years of experience in business-to-business communications. She has written extensively about food production, safety and packaging; pharmaceutical drug development; concrete and masonry construction; and more. She holds a Bachelor’s in Communications from the University of Illinois. Jenni can be reached at spinnerj@bnpmedia.com.

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Hershey: Better-for-you trend offers sweet opportunities in the snacking field

Hershey: Better-for-you trend offers sweet opportunities in the snacking field

An expert from the candy and snack giant offers BFY insights and advice for producers.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
August 17, 2023

An expert from the candy and snack giant offers BFY insights and advice for producers.


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State of the Industry 2023: Mints sales remain fresh

Mint sales are increasing, with the rise in dollar sales helped along by inflation.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
August 17, 2023

It makes sense that mint sales are up (though modestly, when looking at units sold) as recovery from the effects of the pandemic marches on. 


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State of the Industry 2023: Miscellaneous candies attract buyers

Facing a continued assortment of challenges, producers in the category continue to thrive.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
August 16, 2023

Some candies don’t fit neatly into one column or another. That’s okay; the “other” candies like marshmallows, spreads, interactive novelty items, and such seem to be fitting into consumers’ candy budgets just fine. 


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State of the Industry 2023: Gummies keep attracting consumers

Unit sales of gummies are down slightly but consumers still reach for the sweets.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
August 15, 2023

When it comes to the gummies game, the field seemingly has more players than ever. 


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Edible ink technology helps bakeries make merry with custom holiday products

Edible ink technology helps bakeries make merry with custom holiday products

Primera’s Eddie printer uses commercial-grade food inks to create one-of-a-kind treats.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
August 8, 2023

Primera’s Eddie printer uses commercial-grade food inks to create one-of-a-kind treats.


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Beatrice Bakery builds business beyond beloved holiday fruitcakes

Beatrice Bakery builds business beyond beloved holiday fruitcakes

The bakery operation offers a range of products, building on a treasured family recipe.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
August 1, 2023

The bakery operation offers a range of products, building on a treasured family recipe.


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ADM: consumers hungry for reduced-sugar snack and bakery products

ADM: consumers hungry for reduced-sugar snack and bakery products

An expert from the company outlines trends in sweeteners, and how producers can deliver.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
July 24, 2023

An expert from the company outlines trends in sweeteners, and how producers can deliver.


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State of the Industry 2023: Pretzel producers show creativity, flexibility

Pretzel producers continue to face challenges and deliver innovation to curious consumers.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
July 19, 2023

Inflation has many consumers pinching pennies during their grocery shopping trips. 


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State of the Industry 2023: Frozen snacks are cooling off

Competition is fierce, but producers can stand out by offering innovative, adventurous snacks.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
July 19, 2023

While many categories in the snack landscape continue to see moderate to impressive growth, relatively speaking, the frozen snack and appetizers category has (if you will forgive the pun) cooled. 


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State of the Industry 2023: Consumers still crave chips

Inflation, logistics, and supply chain issues continue to challenge producers, but opportunities remain.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
July 19, 2023

The U.S. population continues to adapt to life after COVID’s arrival.


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