The company expects to close on the purchase of VSI, the largest European producer nutrition, diet and functional bars, and Post Holdings’ Idaho nutritional supplement bar production facility, in September.

Kashi Organic Chewy Granola and Seed Bars are just like homemade, says Kashi Inc., but without the mess factor and time commitment.

The Quaker Oats Co.'s new Quaker Chewy Girl Scouts Granola Bars feature flavors inspired by two beloved Girl Scout Cookies.

As better-for-you sentiments integrate themselves into the snack and bakery landscape, manufacturers have begun to offer more downsized options that make portion control easier to grasp.

Brookside Fruit & Nut Bars are made with whole roasted almonds, real fruit pieces and dark chocolate, according to The Hershey Co.

Fiber One Cheesecake Bars from General Mills enable calorie-conscious consumers to enjoy a rich, guilt-free treat.

KIND Healthy Snacks adds two bars made with coffee to its KIND Healthy Grains Bars line.

The Gluten Free Bar has added two flavors to its line of Gluten Free Bites: Peanut Butter & Jelly and Dark Chocolate Hazelnut.

Consumer demand for nutritional bars continues to climb. Success for this flourishing category going forward will rely on manufacturers’ continued understanding of trends driving sales.