Every year, as students of all ages head back to school, parents inevitably find themselves searching anew for the latest, better-for-you, healthy school snacks that their kids can pack into their lunchboxes and backpacks—snacks that feed their mind, as well as their belly.

The president and CEO of Pure Foods talks about new tortilla chips that add trail mix elements like seeds and fruit.

The appeal of snacking continues unabated. According to Jeff Manning, chief marketing officer, Cherry Marketing Institute, Dewitt, MI, consumers are snacking more than ever.

Better-for-you bread superstar Dave’s Killer Bread talks about consumer perceptions of bread and growth of the brand.

Pure bars, an organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, vegetarian snack bar brand, has been acquired by Kashi. 

The fresh bread category remains the most important segment in bakery today. It’s highly competitive, and the playing field continues to grow more crowded as more product dynamics like artisan and better-for-you come into consideration with increased frequency.

Muesli Squares from Seven Sundays contain a full serving of 100 percent whole grains boosted with nuts, seeds and real fruits for a healthful mix of protein and fiber. 

A new study provides insight into how people prefer to snack throughout the course of their day pointing to multiple opportunities.

Snack mixes today show much promise for widespread appeal. “There is opportunity for growth in the snack mixes industry, as we are beginning to see consumers snack almost as much as they eat full meals,” says Trip Kadey, director of culinary, The French’s Food Co. LLC, Chester, NJ.

This recipe for Curry Spiced Nuts with Dried Tart Cherries meets consumer demand for ethnic flavor profiles, combines on-trend ingredients with complementary flavors and textures, and includes anthocyanin-packed Montmorency tart cherries, which have been linked to a number of health benefits, notes Jeff Manning, chief marketing officer, Cherry Marketing Institute.