Mimicking Meat Not Winning Strategy for Fast-Food
Plant-based fast-food restaurants that try to mimic the McDonalds’ and Burger Kings of the world may be missing the point that true vegetarians and vegans have little interest in meat-like offerings.
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Zepbound: Latest Weapon in Weight-Loss Drug Arsenal
Eli Lilly’s Zepbound, recently approved by the FDA, is the most potent weight-loss drug yet. Could it impact the food industry? At least one expert says ‘yes.’
Sponsored Content: Common Ground Film Grows Regenerative Ag Movement
Sales of regenerative ag products have been growing by more than 20% for the past year – a fact that’s highlighted in a recent film about regenerative ag called “Common Ground.”
Alpenrose Dairy Consolidating Operations with Larsen’s Creamery; Equipment Assets on Offer from Harry Davis & Company
CLACKAMAS, Ore., November 13, 2023 (FI NEWSWIRE) — One year ago, Alpenrose announced the acquisition of Larsen’s Creamery, which will serve as the future production site for the Alpenrose dairy business, as well as allow …
Consumer Pulse: Shining a Light on Gen X
Over the next two decades there will be a major transfer of wealth—collectively, around $84 trillion—from baby boomers to younger generations including their Gen X children.
Walmart Commits to Reducing Food Waste
In an era of increased greenwashing and many companies abandoning once-ambitious ESG plans altogether, Walmart appears to be making real strides toward helping reduce food waste, solve food deserts, and burnishing its worldwide brand a little more.
Survey: Restaurants Face Labor Challenges Amid an Uncertain Economy
According to a new survey, many restaurant operators view changing macroeconomic conditions, labor challenges, and evolving guest demands among their top current pain points. Earlier this year, Toast polled 847 restaurant decision-makers for its annual …
5 Yucatán Dishes Surging in Popularity
Mexican food has gathered steam in America for years, evidenced by the fact that Taco Bell and Chipotle currently rank among the top 10 QSRs in the U.S. in terms of systemwide sales. Now, a …
IFMA Presidents Conference Recap: Imagination, Collaboration, and a New Vision
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. – For the food-away-from-home (FAFH) ecosystem to succeed, stakeholders including operators, manufacturers, distributors, and service providers will need to work more closely than ever before. That was one of the major themes on …
Consumers Are Changing How They Grocery Shop… Again
It’s no secret that consumers are dealing with a lot right now—emergency SNAP benefits ended, student loan payments restarted, and food inflation has persisted—putting many grocery consumers in a bind and ultimately changing how they …
Thanksgiving 2023: Expect Expensive Meals
Food manufacturers have seen their profits fall in the past year, forcing them to pass along increases for raw materials, energy, transportation, and packaging.
How the Food Industry Can Use AI to Improve Holiday Sales
LSEG analysts estimated Amazon’s advertising business will increase nearly $3 billion over last year’s fourth quarter to $14.2 billion as a result, Reuters reported.
Are Edible Insects the Future of Alternative Protein?
Edible insects have all the makings of a smash hit in the alternative protein sector. The big problem? U.S. consumers might not want to eat bugs.
Instant Noodles Gather Steam: 5 Popular Options
Demand for instant noodles jumped 2.6% globally to a record high of 121.2 billion servings last year, according to the World Instant Noodles Association, and 2023 marked the seventh consecutive year of instant noodle growth and consumption.
Kraft Heinz Aims at Convenience for Kids
Reports continue to show that consumers place a high premium on convenience, even in the face of inflation, and Kraft Heinz is betting that kids’ snacks are no exception. The multinational food company is expanding …
Mallwalking, Food Courts, and Retail Are Back
E-commerce has not only failed to kill the great American retail experience but is helping it thrive as sales associates and vendors large and small are using the omnichannel to attract customers, enhance sales, and reduce customer acquisition costs.
Top 8 Food and Beverage Trends According to Dietitians
About 8,000 registered dietitians recently attended the the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo in Denver.
Get Rite: Pharmacy Chain Rite Aid Fights to Regain Top Spot
Rite Aid, one of the largest pharmacy chains in America, is facing a major financial restructuring, with plans to close 154 stores. The 61-year-old pharmacy chain recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and named new …
Pizza Trends for 2024: Artisan, Crustless and Value Pies
Americans’ appetite for pizza has reached eye-opening proportions. Consider: A survey by Caulipower Pizza indicated 98% of Americans eat pizza. Meanwhile, a recent poll produced by talker.news revealed 74% of Americans would be satisfied eating …
DMA Awards Ceremony – Winner Announcement
A Fresh Start: How to Meet Growing Consumer Demand for Fresh Products
While fresh is an important category for grocers, the waste caused by perishables can have a significant impact on the bottom line. A study by RELEX found that 74% of retailers say fresh products are …
3 Key Themes for Foodservice from DMA Live in Texas
Labor challenges, diverging dining hours, and burgeoning menus were among the foodservice themes explored at DMA’s event in Texas.
Study: Eating Red Meat Increases Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Eating red meat just twice a week may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a new Harvard University study. Meanwhile, data shows that a relatively small percentage of people eat a …
Consumer Pulse: Who’s Drinking Alternative Milk — and Why?
Milk alternatives are a key growth driver for the plant-based industry. What keeps shoppers coming back for more?
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The Future of Restaurants: Data and Insights for 2024 and Beyond
What do consumers desire in 2024 when they eat out? Value and convenience, mostly, and though those are universal qualities most any time, an uncertain economic outlook and increased food prices have seen consumers slowly …
Sugar Alcohols Are Everywhere—What Are They?
Sugar alcohols, found in many processed foods, have long been an enigma for many consumers. Commonly listed under the “total carbohydrate” header on a nutrition facts label, sugar alcohols are actually neither sugar nor alcohol—despite …
When Costing Mistakes Eat into Food Business Margins
Cider is the Next Craft Beer Movement
Like session beers, Guiver said many ciders feature a higher ABV than what many people are used to (or remember!). “We’re seeing more ciders with ABVs of 7% or more as customer trends change,” she added, “and cider is walking this line of tradition as well as approachability and innovation.”
Expect Surging Beef Prices to Continue
It is an expensive time to be a carnivore with beef prices surging. Retail beef prices are sizzling despite an overall (and very much welcomed) downturn in the overall prices of food as the holidays …
Peru Filling Gap in Grape Demand
Extreme weather in California this year has had a negative impact on the grape crop, forcing buyers to shift their attention to growing regions in South America, affecting stocks left for that market. “California, a …
A Weighty Issue: Ozempic, Wegovy Versions Considered for Kids
With 17% of children ages 10 to 17 considered obese, consideration is being given to whether diabetes drugs like Ozempic should be made available to kids. Health experts have concerns.
Caffeine Craze Reaches Chewing Gum Aisle
If you have a difficult time starting your day unless you’ve had your morning cup (or three) of coffee, you’re not alone. Roughly 90 percent of Americans consume caffeine regularly, according to the United Brain …
Top 5 Things Grocery Shoppers Look For on Food Labels
Today’s shoppers care about what’s in their food, and they are not afraid to check the label—but what exactly are they looking for? Standing in the grocery aisle, squinting at the product in hand, there …
Halloween ’23 Update: Expect Tons of Taylor Swift Costumes, Demands for Chocolate
Brace yourself for a sea of Swifties, Barbies, Spider-Men…and many requests for peanut butter cups. According to new research from Acosta Group, Halloween 2023 appears likely to feature tons of Taylor Swift costumes and bulk …
Can In-Store Marketing Boost Plant-Based Sales?
As the plant-based industry grapples with plateauing sales at retail, company leaders from alt-meat to tofu are turning a critical eye toward in-store marketing to boost household penetration.
‘Sweet Heat’ Trend on Full Display at Food Supplier Event
MINNEAPOLIS – Chef Jeff Baker’s average customer is getting more adventurous – even in the Upper Midwest, where ketchup and black pepper qualify as “spicy” in some circles. The evolution of the American consumer’s palate …