Three Wishes granola bars go against the grain A company co-founder offers insights about its new better-for-you bar innovations. Jenni Spinner November 1, 2024 The company’s most recent introductions give health-minded snackers a range of grain-free options in bar form.Read More
2024 Bakery of the Year: Alpha Baking Co. With brands dating back more than a century, 2024 Bakery of the Year Alpha Baking benefits from family pride and a wealth of accrued industry wisdom. Jenni Spinner October 24, 2024 The brand’s unique products have made it a Chicago staple.Read More
Packaging solutions help snack company crack into long-term success: case study A nut producer credits Bartelt Packaging tech with helping to fuel its snack growth. Jenni Spinner October 21, 2024 John B. Sanfilippo & Son, in business for more than a century, relies upon the company's packaging technology in its nut processing and packaging operations.Read More
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