News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries
From Oreo’s first zero sugar sandwich cookie and General Mills’ breakfast reset to £2 pie pop-ups, protein-packed cereals and Burns Night limited editions, January’s launches show how brands are using comfort, culture and clever marketing
Could Barry Callebaut’s next move reshape the future of chocolate and snacks?
The market reaction to Donald Trump’s dietary overhaul isn’t about kale versus cookies – it’s about whether Washington has finally decided the packaged food sector needs firmer rules, not friendlier guidance
From billion-dollar brinkmanship to red-dye revolts and zero-gravity corn chips, 2025 proved nothing in bakery and snacks is too big, too weird or too controversial to make headlines
City officials say some of America’s biggest brands helped shape eating habits that are now coming back to haunt public health budgets
Premium treats, grab-and-go minis and a burst of festive innovation are giving the aisle more energy than it’s had in years
Trendspotting 2026
Flavor still rules bakery and snacks, but in 2026, the way they feel is fast becoming the new measure of delight
The largest players in food are making bold decisions in an effort to boost growth
The snack giant will expand value offerings, boost innovation in better-for-you products and indulgent items, and refine promotions to reignite growth
The snacking multinational is dealing with high cocoa prices
Mondelēz’s latest State of Snacking report explores how memory and emotion have become the new currency of snacking
Halloween is no longer just for kids, it’s a confectionery goldmine
Opinion
ESG’s under political fire in Washington, but the snack giants keep flexing. From Oreos to Doritos, their reports show that in today’s food industry, trust’s as valuable as profit.
Opinion
Brussels has kicked the can down the road on its flagship deforestation law again – blaming IT problems while forests fall and compliant companies foot the bill.
Gluten-free cookies, sugar-free chocolate and GLP-1 diets are colliding. The world’s biggest food makers are scrambling to stay relevant
Erratic weather and rising costs are forcing Africa’s food sector to rethink how it sources grain and dairy – and how to keep bakeries and cereal lines running
Sustainable September
At first glance food trends seem led by flavor, convenience and price – but sustainability, climate change and cleaner supply chains are now the real drivers
Campbell’s latest results show America’s once unstoppable appetite for crackers, cookies and pretzels is stalling – leaving Campbell Snacks under pressure
Sustainable September
Snack giant Mondelez wants more time before the EU’s landmark deforestation law kicks in – but campaigners say the clock has already run out
From Oreo x Reese’s to Biscoff tie-ups, partnerships are delivering the consumer buzz and sales lift that price cuts and big-ticket acquisitions no longer guarantee
A US judge tossed the first big UPF lawsuit, but with mounting science and regulators circling, bakery, snack and cereal brands shouldn’t breathe easy just yet
Pumpkin spice still anchors autumn, but fatigue is setting in. With cinnamon, caramel and citrus surging, makers must balance nostalgia with novelty to win fall 2025
Lunchbox legends are back and this year’s lineup is smarter, cleaner and more fun than ever. From pizza-flavored crunch to fruit-packed favorites, these snacks earn full marks from kids and parents alike
Startups are rewriting the snack rulebook with science, sustainability and serious shelf appeal. From fiber-hacking enzymes to protein-rich ice creams, these are the bold ideas catching the industry’s attention
Opinion
Big food has consistently increased chocolate bar prices as input costs rise, but what do Nestlé’s revenues say about consumers’ appetite to pay more?
Here’s a cornucopia of ‘braticoqueta’-worthy snacks and sips that flirt, slay and satisfy
One California shopper says it’s not what’s inside a PopCorners bag that’s the problem - but what isn’t
The debate is heating up over whether Europe’s deforestation law should be delayed, again
Big flavours are landing in sync with summer’s biggest moments, from Centre Court drama to fireworks and French flair
Celebrity-fuelled snacking is the summer’s hottest trend. From tennis courts to comic book universes, these 15 collabs are where fame, flavour and fandom collide
Snacking has had a glow-up. No longer just a filler between meals, it’s becoming a deliberate act of self-care, with portion control, sensory satisfaction and conscious choices taking the lead
Sweets & Snacks Expo
Director of Omnichannel Growth Jillian Durojaiye shares how the CPG giant activates around consumer preferences across digital and physical retail touchpoints
The snack giant accused the flavor collab kings of breach of contract. Now the two companies have come to an agreement, with GHOST eyeing “exciting new flavors”— sans Mondelēz.
Kellogg’s, PepsiCo, Mondelēz and Conagra are taking aggressive steps to defend their turf and redefine the rules of the snack aisle
The snacks giant is suing Aldi over packaging that “blatantly copies” its own
This summer’s snack scene is serving up big names and bold ideas, from viral creators to culinary icons
The food industry is feeling the heat as consumers cash in on price-fixing and label deception settlements
New product launches are landing hard this season, with brands pulling out all the stops - from celeb collabs to retro revivals.
The snack aisle is facing a reckoning as appetite-suppressing drugs, rising costs and shifting consumer values take a bite out of growth. Is the global love affair with snacking finally starting to crumble?
From soft sugar cuts to bold sodium slashes, the push to make baked goods and snacks better for us is heating up but progress depends on where you look
Mondelēz International has beaten expectations in its Q1 report, but volumes and profits are down
Across categories from crackers to cookies, these limited edition launches show why urgency, nostalgia and innovation are a winning recipe
Investors are increasingly finding the sweet spot in startups that blend snacking with social and environmental purpose
To celebrate 4/20 - the unofficial cannabis holiday - JM Smucker is giving Hostess a puff of cultural relevance by cozying up to cannabis fans
The Mondelez Clif Bar lawsuit is a wake-up call for brands relying on climate claims. Here’s what it means for risk, innovation and the future of green marketing
Consumers aren’t just hungry - they’re emotionally invested and turning to snacks for comfort, mood boosts and everyday indulgence. Is your brand ready to tap into this powerful shift in snacking behaviour?
AI is streamlining everything from recipe development and quality control to supply chain efficiency and sustainability. But as intelligence reshapes the way we produce food, how will manufacturers balance innovation with transparency, cost and consumer...
From production and supply chain optimisation, to marketing and consumer engagement, AI transforming the confectionery sector. Here’s how
The UK is cracking down on advertising and promotions of products high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) like never before. But are these tough new rules actually making Brits healthier or just making shopping more frustrating?
The global snack market is undergoing a transformation, driven by shifting consumer behaviours, bold new flavours and changing health priorities