The Plastic Diet: Uncovering Hidden Microplastics in the Food Supply
Despite their utility in enhancing the flexibility and durability of plastic, plasticizers have infiltrated most facets of food production.
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2023: The Year of Private Label Sets the Stage for 2024
Millennials grew up with store brands and they see them for what they are – a brand. Without a doubt, there is a transformation taking place in the private brand mainstream tier where products are moving away from strict equivalency to national brands and becoming true national brand alternatives.
Walmart Defines Adaptive Retail, the Next Evolution in Shopping
“Choose a future that puts people first – if we keep doing that, we can help people around the world live a better life. That’s what we want to do – that’s the world we want to help create.”
Frontline Workers Survey: No End in Sight for ‘Great Resignation’
The Great Resignation may have slowed, but frontline workers still are expressing high levels of dissatisfaction with their jobs, a survey released Wednesday by Beekeeper indicated. The 2024 Global Frontline Workforce Survey, which queried some …
A Gluten-Free-For-All: Brands Scramble to Make Better GF Products
When Katie Olesen was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2018, she struggled to find gluten-free items at her grocer. Barely half a decade later, major food companies like King Arthur are producing multiple gluten-free products, …
More Cheese, Please: 2024 Cheese Insights
People eat cheese for all sorts of reasons; this year, however, taste and health were the primary ones as 33% of consumers around the world considered it a necessary staple in their diets.
Innovation Tips for Plant-Based Bakery Treats
Sweet baked goods are a hotspot for indulgence-happy consumers, making convenient, sharable treats like cookies a prime target for plant-based innovation.
Analysis: Ozempic Likely to Impact Snack Manufacturers’ Bottom Line
The recent rise of Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs started with blowout results that drove shares of their manufacturers higher, then wound up cascading across seemingly disparate sectors. In 2023, Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of …
The Struggle is Real: Affording Groceries in America
Regardless of when costs come down, consumer behavior has been altered and shoppers will continue to look for the best savings in 2024.
Prominent Doctor Fears Impact of TikTok Diet Trends
Americans are getting away from healthy habits like meal prepping and perusing produce aisles. Instead, many consumers opt for quicker, more convenient food that often include preservatives and copious amounts of sugar or oils.
So You Want to Start a CPG Company
“It’s not KETO, it’s not gluten-free, it’s not upcycled grain or something super narrow – it’s a business at the end of the day that needs to make money,” he said, “and if it’s good enough for Erewhon, it should be good enough for many people.”
Analysis: 3 Foodservice Delivery Trends in 2023, according to Third-Party Delivery
Even in the face of record inflation, consumers have remained resilient and have stuck with third-party delivery apps for the convenience of a delivered meal. But what exactly did they order in 2023?
2024 Tech & Digital Trends in Restaurant & Retail, Part 3: The Loyalty-free Consumer
Monolithic allegiance has given way to the brands and companies that can provide the best, most convenient, and value-driven experiences, making every consumer a seven-headed hydra.
Consumers’ Cookie Craze Picks Up the Pace
Nostalgia and fond memories have kept cookies popular and the treats remain a favorite because of their portability and versatility.
The Consumer ‘Feels’ Behind the High-flying Feastables Brand
Let’s take a look at the consumer perceptions driving disruptive brands, like Feastables chocolate from MrBeast. Manufacturers are feeling pressure on both price and experience: Food and beverage manufacturers are feeling pressure from both store …
Get Real! How to Achieve Authenticity & ‘Rizz’ in FoodBev
And that’s OK. In many ways, being authentic isn’t about the best product or service or value or lifestyle; it’s about being human, which is being vulnerable. Vulnerability is the heartbeat of authenticity, the subtle brand drumbeat that brand advocates and consumers can hear. Without a heartbeat – without being occasionally vulnerable – it will be hard to resonate and grow the brand in a way that feels organic, fresh, and authentic.
What’s Winning in Frozen Food?
After years of economic upheaval, frozen food remains a beacon of convenience, innovation, and at times, affordability. Which categories and brands are in high demand as the new year approaches?
2024 Tech & Digital Trends in Restaurant & Retail, Part 2: The Cold Chain
“Today’s warehouses often have the three D’s – they are dull, dusty, and dangerous…automation and simulation environments can support operators in performing their jobs more efficiently and in safer work environments.”
The Age of Retail Media Networks 2.0 is Already Here
The second wave of retail media networks is already upon grocers and retailers – and CPG makers could be among those to benefit the most.
Collaboration and Transparency Showcased at IFMA Presidents Conference
Blumenthal said one of the major positive shifts he had seen since the pandemic was an increased focus on collaboration across the foodservice continuum.
Specialty Food Trends to Watch in 2024
The Specialty Food Association recently unveiled its trends to watch for in 2024, and international flavors were a prominent theme. Clearly, the fact many consumers are working from home these days has sparked a sense …
Understanding the Climate Change Paradigm: A Guide for the F&B Industry
Climate change is shifting from being a looming threat to an active influencer of consumer choices. The most recent EY Future Consumer Index offers a deep dive into the ways climate change is starting to …
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.”
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.
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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 …
Top 8 Food and Beverage Trends According to Dietitians
About 8,000 registered dietitians recently attended the the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo in Denver.
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.
Whole Foods Market’s Top 10 Food Trends for 2024
As 2023 winds down, Whole Foods Market has released its top 10 anticipated food trends for 2024 – including whole cacao, buckwheat, and more.
Food & Beverage Manufacturing M&A Quarterly Report: Q3 2023
Expert: TikTok Shop Offers Huge Opportunity for CPG Companies
In September, TikTok became more than a video sharing social media platform. The app known for dance fads, cooking demos, viral challenges and conversation duets is taking on e-commerce. TikTok Shop, which launched for all …
Ozempic’s Business Impact: Weight Loss Drug Could Make Snack-Makers Tighten Belts
Blockbuster diabetes drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, which have become the darlings of the weight-loss industry, could have an unintended side-effect: shrinking the bottom lines of major snack-making companies. Junk food has been widely blamed …
Health and Wellness Movement Remains Fertile Ground for F&B Brands
Companies like Grand View Research and Future Market Insights have produced a host of health and wellness reports recently. The reports noted, for example, that the global prebiotics market size is valued at nearly $6 …
Is the Greenwashing Wave Crashing?
In the age of transparency, nearly half (45%) of shoppers have heard of greenwashing and one-third (33%) are skeptical of green labels and sustainability claims.
Top Trends at Expo East 2023
What are the major trends shaping the natural and organic products industry today? The Food Institute checked in with industry analysts on the floor at Expo East 2023 to glean the top trends and takeaways …
The Rise of Gen H: Hispanic Culture’s Influential Young Adults
On Day 2 of The Food Institute’s Latam Food Week, a new generation was coined: Generation H. “Think of it as Gen Z meets Hispanic culture,” said Hunter Thurman, president of Alpha-Diver, “a high-sensory, emotion-first …