The energy at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, US, was at an all-time high in late May, thanks to nearly 700 exhibitors showcasing the foremost innovations across 4.5 acres to the more than 16,000 registered attendees.
While Americans forked out $30.5bn for snacks in 2021, according to Chicago-based market researcher IRI, the event that really got them tucking in was this year’s Super Bowl Sunday, with SNAC International data showing a whopping 112 million pounds of...
The US government's Special Supplemental Nutrition Programme for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) works to safeguard the health of more than 6.2 million low-income women, babies and toddlers in the US who are at nutrition risk.
Peanut consumption in the US has hit record levels for the second year in a row – rising to an all-time high of 7.9 pounds (3.5kg) per American in 2021. However, the National Peanut Board (NPB) said the consistent rise of the nut’s popularity is not surprising,...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued new guidance to encourage food producers to voluntarily reduce sodium content across categories like bakery, breakfast cereals and snacks, in order to help consumers reduce their salt intake by 12%...
The Pac-12 has a tradition as the ‘Conference of Champions’ with more NCAA National Team Championships than any other conference in history, so it makes sense that the maker of iconic snacks like Goldfish crackers, Snyder’s of Hanover pretzels, Kettle...
The UK-based company's strategy to take French products to America is paying off, with sales of its brioche brand up by 63% year-on-year in the US, accounting for more than half of the company’s global business in 2020.
Pots & Co, a London-based dessert manufacturer, is set to boost its international trade after securing a £1.2m funding package from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, supported by UK Export Finance.
Nielsen has reported there has been a notable pick-up in the consumption of the so-called ‘munchies’ in US states where marijuana is legal, which has boosted the sales of snacks.
Brazil has agreed to import up to 750,000 metric tons of US wheat annually, without the usual duties it pays for wheat grown outside the Mercosur countries, a move that has disappointed Argentina.
As consumers increasingly opt to follow a healthy lifestyle, they are demanding more gluten-free, low-carb, whole grain, organic and paleo diet products. However, there will always be a way to find an excuse to give in to indulgence, especially when it...
Cereals are no longer just relegated for breakfast and the bowl – market research indicates it is becoming a popular snack, especially among millennials. This is giving the declining sector a much needed boost. We rate the top 10 bestsellers in the US...
Cereal Partners Worldwide (CPW) is calling on governments and industry worldwide to back a global commitment to help inform people about whole grain and its benefits.
Kellogg will join Oreo cookie maker Mondelēz in featuring US Olympic and Paralympic athletes on its packaging in the run up to the fast-approaching 2018 Pyeongchang (South Korea) winter games.
US scientists suggest Americans increase their consumption of grains foods such as bread, rolls, tortillas and ready-to-eat (RTE) breakfast cereals to make up their shortfall in nutrients.
This month's round-up of new product launches includes all things grain-free, including a grain-free granola and granola bites, paleo flour, sweet potato and hummus snacks, 3D stacked chips, fruit rolls, gluten-free meat sticks and meat-cheese-and-sweet...
Baking ingredients producer, Bellarise, has developed a new yeast product that can help 'lean' dough increase its gassing power by 30% and cut proof times by up to 15%.
Reporting from the coalface to bring you breaking news in the bakery and snacks sector is our game plan for 2017. Next year, we will delve into safety strategies, smart packaging, the ‘free from’ craze and the influence cartoon characters have on branding,...
Automation and increased profitability may make US President-elect Donald Trump's promise to bring manufacturing jobs back to the US empty, say some food packaging and processing industry leaders at Pack Expo in Chicago.
European confections and snacks have become increasingly appealing to American consumers for their premium quality and health benefits. European Confections, a New York-based confectionery importer, will bring over 20 new sweets and snacks from continental...
Nutrition labels in the US will now have to tell consumers how much sugar has been added by manufacturers and how much is naturally occurring. Is it time Europe introduced similar measures so consumers know whether the food they are eating is healthy?
Nestlé is preparing to adjust its global portfolio in a bid to help consumers eat significantly less salt – as well stay one step ahead of any forthcoming regulatory measures.
A major reorganization of Kellogg’s snacks direct store delivery system took its toll on sales in the first quarter of the year, the company has admitted.
Tortilla and corn flour supplier Gruma – owner of brands including Mission and Guerrero – has reported a 17% year on year hike in net sales in the first quarter of 2016.
Rising interest in health, wellness and preventive healthcare is set to fuel continued growth in the use of nut ingredients in the bakery and snack industries.
Kellogg has reported a 10.6% drop in overall sales in the last quarter of 2015 to £3.1bn – but says performance of its US cereals business is improving.
A microbe developed by The BioAg Alliance – a collaboration between Novozymes and Monsanto – is claimed to have increased corn yields by around four bushels per acre in US field tests.
Below are 10 of the stories that most captured the attention and imagination of BakeryandSnacks readers over the past 12 months. In many ways, the list is a microcosm of the market; among the trends that make multiple appearances are gluten-free, health,...
Treofan has spent €60m in the past two years upgrading its plants in Germany, Italy and Mexico. It also has a sales office in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, US.
