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In the three long years after the start of the pandemic, the snack industry changed but persevered.

America remains a nation of avid snackers. Who can blame us? Snacks are delicious, and snacking is just plain fun. Best of all, snacks—at least when wisely chosen—need be no less, and may be even more, healthful than going hungry.

Popcorn is a quintessential American snack—whether you’re eating it at the movie theater or in the comfort of your own home, it makes for a classic combination with movie- and TV-watching, or sharing with family and friends.

Crackers are ubiquitous—they’re good for gathering with friends or family, for an office snack, or even an on-the-go break in the car. 

The tortilla chip category has experienced growth this past year. 

Puffed and extruded snacks can range from cheese snacks, to corn chips and pork rinds, to puffs, to veggie chips.

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

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. 

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

For the past several years, the baking industry has faced a long list of serious, ongoing challenges.