Kind of a Big Deal: Snack Brand Targets Protein, Flavor in 2025
Beth Jarocki, chief customer officer at KIND Snacks, said modern shoppers are as focused as ever on consuming more protein, less sugar, and bolder, spicier flavors.
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Snacking Smarter: Consumer Trends and Product Solutions
Protein-Packed Products Have Become an American Obsession
Is America overdosing on protein? Some experts feel that Americans have developed a dangerous obsession with protein-packed items like steak, ready-to-drink workout shakes, and snack bars.
3 Key Takeaways from IFT FIRST 2024
From brain health to indulgent proteins, several evolving food industry trends were on display recently at the IFT FIRST 2024 expo. FI’s resident market researcher was on the scene, documenting the most intriguing innovations.
FI News Review (July 12, 2024) – The Global Potential of Insect Protein
Nutrition Matters When Taking GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss
Nutrition plays a crucial role when taking GLP-1 medication for weight loss, which has transformed medical approaches to managing obesity.
Protein and Smaller Portions: Weight-loss Drugs Redefining Consumer Food Demands
New research, conducted by food innovation firm Mattson, revealed that GLP-1 users have reported specific food preferences, including more protein and smaller portions.
Study Shows Consumers Craving Convenient, Traditional Meats
Try as plant-based brands might, traditional meats remain the largest generator of revenue in fresh departments, according to recent findings.
Big Opportunity Remains in Beef Jerky Category
“Jerky brands come and go because the barriers of entry to the industry are small,” Cawley said. “A good recipe, some packaging, and a solid manufacturing partner, and you can start selling legally and usually get traction locally.” Once early consumer adopters are exhausted, however, it often becomes difficult for fledgling jerky brands to earn retail shelf space, keep it, and create a compelling value proposition that resonates with shoppers nationwide.
Bowled Over: Bowl Chains Win Over Restaurant Goers
Juice It Up!, a restaurant chain focused on healthier-for-you offerings like super fruit bowls, has recently enjoyed a 38% sales surge.
Consumer Buzz: Top 3 Wellness Trends
Across the U.S, social chatter is shaping wellness conversations and boosting demand for related ingredients. Here are three wellness trends to watch, according to a new report from Brightfield Group. Immunity Now Within Brightfield’s Wellness …
Let’s Get Nuts: Macadamia Mania Has Arrived
The macadamia nut market is growing at a CAGR of 11.2%, and experts believe macadamias may soon move to the center of the premium nut mix category.
The Dukan Diet: The Next Controversial Weight-Loss Craze?
The Dukan diet has earned high praise from celebrities, some of whom claim to have lost 10 pounds in a week on the plan. But some experts fear it isn’t entirely safe.
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.
Report Argues Americans Don’t Eat ‘Nearly Enough’ Protein
Are you eating enough protein? Some experts argue the daily recommended 0.8 grams per kg of body weight isn’t nearly enough. “There seems to be no question that protein is needed in times of growth …
Protein Bars Proliferate, Yet they Confuse Consumers
Amid the health and wellness movement, protein bars are flying off grocery shelves. Yet, it’s debatable how healthy many of these protein snacks actually are in 2023. The protein bar market has become massive. According …
How to Win in the 2023 Snacking Universe
“Snacking is still a lifestyle in the U.S., fueled by the younger generation,” Wyatt began. “We’re in an unprecedented situation as price hikes in this category are outpacing other food/bev categories.”
Investment in Lab-Grown Meat Intensifying
Investments in plant-based meats have cooled off in the last year with many venture capitalists turning their attention to lab-grown meat.
Yellow Pea Protein Market Growth Set to Continue on Rise of Alternative Meat
This article is written and sponsored by Transparency Market Research. Rising customer interest in alternative meats, the growing veganism trend, and increased demand from the nutritional supplements industry are projected to drive global yellow pea protein …
Bacon Battles Soaring Inflation with Innovation
As record high prices put a damper on bacon sales, retailers and producers are leveraging innovation to help drive consumer engagement. Per IRI data, dollar sales for bacon totaled $6.4 billion in the week ending …
Is the Future Consumer Flexitarian?
As reported in a recent FoodThink white paper, flexibility is among the top priorities for U.S. consumers when it comes to food shopping and eating behaviors. With food habits and social wellness trends evolving rapidly, …
The Plant-Based Protein Movement and Market Outlook
Plant-based innovations are disrupting the food industry, as the category’s growing prevalence in environmental, social, and governmental (ESG) matters drives investor interest from farm to fork – and beyond. Research from Bloomberg Intelligence suggests the …
Texturized Vegetable Protein Market: Millennial Demand Ramps Up Innovation
This article is written and sponsored by Transparency Market Research. Protein, the building block of life, is an essential component of a balanced diet. While mostly obtained from animal meat, the environmental cost of animal husbandry …
Inaugural Protein & Plant Evolution™ Conference Announced
Interactive & Educational Conference Designed to Meet the Needs of Retailers, Foodservice Operators, Food Manufacturers, Investors, Financial Services and Policy Makers, Scheduled for June 1-3 February 16, 2022/FI Newswire/ – The Food Institute and The Lempert …
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Will Plant-Based Chicken be the Next Big Menu Item?
Editor’s note: The Food Institute has a new Plant-Based Insider newsletter, coming in February! To sign up, click here. Plant-based chicken is taking center stage in 2022. KFC is the latest chain to introduce a …
Textured Pea Protein Market Poised to Expand on Rise of Vegan Food Practices
This article is written and sponsored by Transparency Market Research. The rise of veganism is expected to fuel the global textured pea protein market over the coming years. In fact, the market is seen growing at …
Protein Ingredients Market: Animal-Based Protein Ingredients Seen Advancing Sustainable Diet Initiatives
This article is written and sponsored by Transparency Market Research. With global demand for protein ingredients rising, market participants are developing new products and leveraging cutting-edge isolating technologies. Increasing demand is based on several socioeconomic factors, …
Organic Pea Protein Market Seen Growing on Several Fronts
This article is written and sponsored by Transparency Market Research. The growing adoption of protein-rich diets by health enthusiasts across the globe is projected to play a key role in the rapid expansion of the organic …
Canned Tuna, Bolstered by Pandemic, Appears to Have ‘Staying Power’
Prior to the pandemic, canned tuna was fading as a staple of the American pantry, with younger generations seeking out fresher, less-processed food options. In fact, per capita consumption of canned tuna dropped 42% in …
Aquaculture Industry on the Rise as Wild Fishery Production Slows
Global fish consumption continues to rise faster than other proteins, driven by a growing and increasingly prosperous world population that recognizes the health benefits of eating seafood. In fact, since 1961, the average annual 3.1% …
Big Meat Buying Up Competition, Expanding into Plant-Based Space
The world’s largest meatpacker is looking to appeal to those who want to eat less meat. Brazil’s JBS will buy Dutch vegetable-based protein company Vivera for $408.1 million, reported Reuters (April 19). Vivera includes a …
Once a Fringe Movement, Veganism Goes Mainstream
A vegan diet is essentially the strictest form of vegetarianism. That is, in addition to avoiding animal flesh, vegans also cut out dairy, eggs and animal-derived ingredients, such as gelatin whey and casein. And as …
Beef and Pork Consumption Rises as Consumers Go with What They Know
The Food Industry Association and the Meat Institute Foundation reported that grocery store meat sales increased by 20% last year, with three-quarters of consumers saying meat belongs in a healthy diet. “All protein sales at …
Mushroom Market Booming on Alternative Protein, Other Trends
Mushrooms are currently thriving at the intersection of multiple industry trends, including alternative proteins, food as health, and countertop gardening. A recent report by Grand View Research projected that the global mushroom market value is expected to exceed $50 billion in …
Plant-Based Protein Momentum Not Slowing Down
While plant-based protein still makes up a small portion of the overall protein market, the segment has been gaining significant traction. The plant-based proteins market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.5% through …
Breaking Down Bill Gates’ Synthetic-Beef Climate Solution
Microsoft cofounder and philanthropist Bill Gates recently proposed that shifting beef consumption in wealthier countries to 100% synthetic alternatives could significantly reduce carbon emissions in the long term, reported MIT Technology Review (Feb. 14). But …