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2015 Sweetener360 research study reveals attitudinal shifts among consumer segments

February 20, 2015

The second annual study from Mintel and Nielsen for the Corn Refiners Association analyzes ingredient avoidance for 15,000 consumers based on lifestyle segment, age group and media consumption.

Sweeteners: Sweetening the world

Natural, sugar-free sweeteners continue to grow, but using them in lieu of sugar still isn’t a perfect process.

Kelsey Ott

January 19, 2015

Sugar and sweeteners may seem like they’re being under attack, with rising health concerns as well as the FDA’s proposal to include a separate “added sugars” line on nutrition facts labels. But not all sweeteners are created equal.

Sugar-free confections: Sweet nothings

“Sugar-free” doesn’t spell death for a product’s popularity, as new developments and a growing demand improve the category’s outlook.

Kelsey Ott

January 16, 2015

To some candy lovers, a sugar-free label can cause a grimace.

Bakers injured by U.S. sugar growers’ claim, says IBA

August 27, 2014

According to the Independent Bakers Association, American sugar subsidized by the U.S. government costs U.S. bakers and consumers billions of dollars.

ABA comments on Mexican sugar exports

July 18, 2014

The American Bakers Association (ABA) urges the U.S. government to resist ‘managed trade’ over Mexican sugar.

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How much sugar really is too much?

IFT panel discusses inconsistent sugar recommendations and the questions they raise.

June 25, 2014

Confusion exists not only among consumers, but among experts as well, with regard to the role sugar plays in the diet.

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Sweetener Wars: How do Americans really feel about sugar?

Why do they tend to avoid it and how can companies combat negative perceptions?

May 15, 2014

Starting in the 1970s, however, a rising sentiment portraying sugar as a “demon” gained momentum, culminating with the rise in popularity of the Atkins and South Beach Diets.

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Sweetening Consumers’ Candy Choices

Ongoing debate about sugar intake sparks renewed interest in sugar-free, reduced-sugar confections.

May 15, 2014

There is a growing movement among consumers and food activist groups to reduce overall sugar consumption.

Just the facts; only the facts

Lauren R. Hartman

April 4, 2014

By now, you’ve heard about the proposed updates of the Nutrition Facts labels on food packages.

New Sugar Company

Cargill, Copersucar come together to create new global sugar company

Two companies reach agreement to combine global sugar trading activities in new joint venture.

Crystal Lindell

April 2, 2014

The move is an effort to better the sugar supply chain by increasing its efficiency, quality and services.

Jet-Puffed offers Easter egg dyeing alternative

General Mills launches new lineup of cereals

Doritos introduces LTO Flamin' Hot Korean-Style BBQ

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April 16, 2025

Trending Tastes and Hot Hues: What Snack and Bakery Consumers Crave

Hear from various experts on what is driving these consumer preferences, how to determine what shades and flavors are most likely to engage shoppers’ senses, and how to develop products that hit all the marks.

April 29, 2025

Cocoanomics: The Dynamics Behind the Cocoa Market and How to Manage It

Over the past year, the price of cocoa has hit historic highs, and has shown unprecedented volatility that makes the future of the cocoa market very difficult to predict.

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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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