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Half of Baby Boomers are reducing sugar intake, Innova Market Insights reports

Yogurt category responding to sugar-reduction trend through low-sugar product launches.

May 28, 2019

One in two U.S. Baby Boomers are reducing their sugar intake, research from Innova Market Insights reveals.

Taking a trip on the adventurous side

Offering unique, global culinary experiences to share on social media key to engaging young consumers, Innova Market Insights reports.

Alyse Thompson

May 15, 2019

Offering unique, global culinary experiences to share on social media is key to engaging young consumers, Innova Market Insights reports.

NCA, FCIA release report investigating chocolate consumers

Chocolate represents 60 percent of confectionery industry sales.

May 13, 2019

A new report by the National Confectioners Association and the Fine Chocolate Industry Association is taking a detailed look at chocolate consumers, their preferences and their impact on the chocolate retail experience.

Demand for plant-based foods continues to grow

Dollar sales trending upward in 15 plant-based food categories, IRI reports.

Alyse Thompson

May 1, 2019

Interest in plant-based diets continues to sprout, giving food manufacturers and retailers a chance to cultivate shopper engagement and grow sales, Chicago-based research firm IRI says.

Gas station customers aren’t paying for candy with their phones — yet

New survey reveals that only 7 percent prefer to pay with a mobile app, but of those who do, 83 percent are satisfied with their experience.

Crystal Lindell

April 16, 2019

Only 7 percent of survey respondents said they prefer to pay with a mobile app at a gas station or a c-store — that’s according to an online survey by YouGov and ACI Worldwide, provider of real-time electronic payment and banking solutions.

Candystore.com creates map highlighting favorite jelly bean flavor in each state

Cinnamon, Cherry, Buttered Popcorn among the top flavors.

Alyse Thompson

April 15, 2019

Ever wonder if your favorite jelly bean flavor aligns with the rest of your state? Wonder no more — Candystore.com has the answer.

How will Generation Z impact the food industry?

FONA International report highlights Gen Z consumers’ characteristics, market influence.

Alyse Thompson

March 13, 2019

They’re intelligent, they’re curious, and they’re savvy — they’re Generation Z, and they’ve got money to spend. That’s according to FONA International, which recently released a report outlining the group’s characteristics and spending power.

Product variety, transparency can help consumers meet dietary needs

Spoon Guru survey finds three-quarters of respondents unintentionally consume food restricted from their diets.

Alyse Thompson

January 16, 2019

It’s no secret that consumers seeking food without certain allergens, animal products, pesticide use or GMOs are at a disadvantage when it comes to finding items that meet their needs. Fortunately, product variety and transparency will continue to improve as more manufacturers move into the space and adopt measures to make information available.

Hershey offers 8 insights to take into 2019

Mini meals, online shopping, and brand loyalty are among the trends to watch for in the coming year.

Crystal Lindell

January 8, 2019

Inspiring impulse shopping online, offering mini meals and creating better search results are all crucial to confectionery success in 2019 — at least according to Hershey.