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Krispy Kreme is bringing back the last three years of Reese's Doughnuts for a limited time, and one will remain forever

July 26, 2020

Krispy Kreme is bringing back three of the greatest Reese’s doughnuts for a limited time, but only one will earn a permanent spot on Krispy Kreme’s menu.

State of the Industry 2020: Tortilla chips go well beyond basic

Consumers search for more than your run-of-the-mill tortilla chip flavors.

Kimberly Decker

July 24, 2020

Snacks have to work pretty hard to keep up with consumer preferences these days. For one, they have to be suitably snackable, i.e., convenient and portable.

Pack Expo 2020

PACK EXPO planning in-person/virtual hybrid for 2020 show

PMMI also considering an all-virtual option, says a final decision will be made by August.

Crystal Lindell

July 24, 2020

PMMI says it is looking at two options for the 2020 PACK EXPO event, including an in-person/virtual hybrid and an all-virtual show. The group says it will make a final decision by August.

State of the Industry 2020: Snack and nut mixes combine nutrition with bold flavors

High in protein and spiced to perfection, snack mixes are permissible indulgences during stay-at-home orders.

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

July 22, 2020

It's safe to say COVID-19 has made its mark on the food industry. People are cooking more at home than they used to.

State of the Industry 2020: Puffed and extruded snacks grow through innovation

Consumers embrace snack flavor and format diversity.

Liz Parker Kuhn

July 21, 2020

The puffed and extruded snacks category has grown-up, and the market is seeing some diverse company.

State of the Industry 2020: Pretzel market enjoys growth

Formulation twists enhance pretzel offerings as healthy snack alternatives.

Neal Lorenzi

July 20, 2020

The pretzel market continues to grow, with core offerings showing strength and strategic formulation twists bringing in some added diversity.

State of the Industry 2020: Popcorn sales explode

Most of the past year flatlined, but that’s all changed as people stay home and binge-watch.

Ed Finkel

July 17, 2020

The popcorn category has enjoyed a very strong past year, with a particularly strong jump early in the year after the COVID-19 pandemic hit U.S. shores.

Exclusive interview: Q&A with Belt Technologies, on steel belts and robotics during COVID times

July 16, 2020

Snack Food and Wholesale Bakery recently was able to speak to Denis Gagnon, chief executive officer, Belt Technologies, Agawam, MA about steel belts and robotics during the COVID-19 pandemic.

State of the Industry 2020: Frozen snacks & appetizers see strong growth

The combination of convenience and classic, craveable product formats drives sales forward.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

July 16, 2020

One of the fascinating aspects of today's snack industry is the supreme flexibility of the term "snack." Almost anything can constitute a snack, given the right portion size, its relative convenience, and requisite craveability.

State of the Industry 2020: Crackers grow through innovation

Consumers search for crackers that adhere to plant-based, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary choices.

Joyce Friedberg

July 15, 2020

Crackers are a product category that has nearly universal appeal. Consumers are snacking more often, especially in light of the recent pandemic, and the expanding variety of crackers on the market today make them a natural fit for nearly any snacking occasion.