Spooky treats expanding to include adults, savory snacks Halloween trend tracking indicates the season is no longer just candy and kids. Jenni Spinner October 21, 2024 Candy is still dandy, but there is an increasingly broad range of trick-or-treat options.Read More
PACK EXPO 2024 delivers access to packaging and processing advances The international packaging event offers tech and education of interest to snack and bakery pros. Jenni Spinner October 18, 2024 PACK EXPO 2024 offers snack and bakery pros the chance to dive into the latest packaging and processing solutionsRead More
Verb Energy innovates with bars that pack a punch Each of the brand’s energy bars contain 80 mg of caffeine derived from green tea. Jenni Spinner October 7, 2024 The performance bar brand recently won a GNC competition that landed its products on the store’s shelves across the country.Read More
S’noods launches snack inspired by a favorite Jewish treat Sweet Kugel S’noods feature the custard, cinnamon, and vanilla flavors of the traditional noodle dish. Jenni Spinner October 4, 2024 Company founder Lauryn Bodden triumphed in the Netflix cooking competition ‘Snack vs Chef.’Read More
Mingua Beef Jerky pursues ‘a better way’ to craft meat snacks The snack company uses an old-fashioned, preservative-free method to make its wares. Jenni Spinner September 30, 2024 Founded in 1994, the company crafts jerky for snack-happy humans, as well as treats for hungry hounds.Read More
Fancypants releases Ginger Snap seasonal cookies The crispy cookies feature a blend of upcycled oat flour and King Arthur Baking flour. Jenni Spinner September 26, 2024 The limited-time product is made with real butter, bits of crystallized ginger, and upcycled oat flour.Read More
State of the Industry 2024: Gum sales continue to increase Challenges persist, but producers are enjoying fairly solid business. Jenni Spinner September 24, 2024 Consumer demands are guiding gum innovation, with Gen Z leading the way.Read More
Baking lines benefit from vision inspection: KPM Analytics An expert from the food tech solutions firm outlines the ways in which the technology can elevate operations. Jenni Spinner September 23, 2024 According to a company representative, recent advances in vision inspection technology can yield improvements in quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.Read More
Hispanic culture inspires bakery buys: Rich Products The community’s presence in the U.S. is growing, as is interest in foods with authentic Hispanic tastes. Jenni Spinner September 17, 2024 Market studies show such shoppers are influenced by their heritage when making purchasing decisions.Read More
State of the Industry 2024: Chocolate sales remain bittersweet Consumers still crave chocolate, but sales have had their ups and downs. Jenni Spinner September 12, 2024 Rising prices might be impacting sales, but chocolate continues to entice consumers.Read More