News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries
PepsiCo continues its buying spree with the acquisition of hummus brands Sabra and Obela from Israeli food manufacturer Strauss Group, further bolstering its better-for-you portfolio as its traditional snack business continues to face headwinds.
As we dive into the world of new product development (NPD) in this seasonal segment, it's clear that pumpkin spice is more than just a fleeting trend.
As alcohol consumption declines, its presence in bakery and snacks is gaining momentum through flavor-driven innovations. Could the future of alcohol be more about what we eat than what we drink?
When a study draws parallels with H.G. Wells’ The Invisible Man, you know it’s bound to be captivating. Could this scientific leap bring us closer to achieving a real-life version of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak?
As the snack and bakery industry gears up for the ‘ber’ months, brands are rolling out innovative snacks to warm up the season. Which of these exciting new launches will become the season’s go-to treat?
As ingredient and production costs rise, more businesses are quietly reducing product sizes to stay competitive – but what are the long term risks for brand reputation and customer loyalty?
Potato chips – the world’s most popular snack, pulling in billions in sales annually – have evolved from a simple snack to a canvas for culinary creativity. We explore the fantastical journey of potato chip flavors.
In an industry driven by taste and trends, how are bakery and snack leaders setting new standards and rewarding excellence?
Sales of potato chips in Russia are up, with local producers grabbing the opportunity to fill the gap left by international brands that have scaled back or ceased their operations.
Inflation has been running hot and while some relief is evident, consumers are exhausted by high food prices. That’s not to say that Americans are eating fewer burgers (they consume more than 50 billion every year), but forced to trade down to save...
From mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to creating new long-term ESG goals and reporting on others, along with a hard stop when it comes to crime, we look at some of the business deals shaping the bakery and snacks landscape.
While powerhouses like Oreo’s shout tales of success one twist at a time, the rise of ‘biscuit billionaires’ in emerging markets like India are not to be ignored. How many of these brands do you know?
SNAC International has released its 2024 State of the Industry Report, which highlights category dollar and unit sales, the top performing brands and the influences that continue to shape consumer behavior and preferences.
Avidly patriotic, the PepsiCo-owned brand once again urged consumers to take a moment on Memorial Day to remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Memorial Day is also considered the unofficial start of summer in...
PepsiCo India has initiated trials to replace the contentious palm oil used to produce Lay’s – the country’s biggest selling potato chip brand.
Peanut Butter Buttons is the topping for Popcorn Kitchen’s latest home popping creation; Sara Lee has developed a fat- and cholesterol-free Strawberry Angel Food Cake for foodservice operators; and McVitie’s is running the £1m ‘The Great Biscuit Break...
The PepsiCo megabrand continues to celebrate soccer by tapping the ‘Chip Shot’ legend for a new spot, a sweepstakes and collectible-worthy Lay’s bags.
More than two billion people lack access to safe drinking water services around the world, which is why good corporate water stewardship is imperative. But the global snack giant is stepping up with some industry-leading tech, including one that uses the...
Ginsters’ Breakfast Roll is new take on a sausage roll, packed with favorite breakfast ingredients; gluten free brand Mrs Crimble’s has launched its most indulgent product; and the Aquaman actor is putting his might – and love of the environment, travel...
A TV commercial created by one of the country’s leading snack producers, which features a potato chip as a communion wafer, has caused quite a stir in the Catholic community in Italy.
JimmyAsh is rolling out its flagship Go Free potato chips that punch in with 70% less fat and 25% fewer calories than traditional chips; Double Good is donating 50% of product sales to benefit children with diverse learning needs; and Pepperidge Farm is...
More than eight billion packets of crisps are sold every year in the UK, the majority of which end up in landfill. With each single-use non-recyclable pack capable of remaining intact in the environment for up to 33 years, that equates to 264 billion...
From providing free access to computer science resources to delivering personalized care packages to pediatric cancer patients, four outstanding students have been recognized and rewarded by the snacking giant for their dedicated efforts.
Plamil Foods has unveiled a bar made from whole coffee beans instead of cocoa beans; BakeAway has partnered with Myprotein to develop a protein pancake for the UK market; and Crisp Power is a low-carb, protein-packed, plant-based snack expected to shake...
For years, the snack giant has transported snackers to exotic destinations through potato chip flavors.
It’s bizarre to think that like fashion or food, there are emerging trends in the social impact and philanthropy spaces, but as C.D. Glin, global head of Social Impact at PepsiCo and president of the PepsiCo Foundation says, it’s the pointedness and...
There’s a lot of celebration going on: from National Potato Chip Day to Easter, Feaster (a new, casual Friendsgiving of Spring) and the 2024 NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball season. And what’s best to bring out the most of these celebrations? Well,...
In celebration of Women’s History Month and Barbie’s 65th Anniversary, Stacy’s has announced the 2024 Stacy’s Rise Project winners – which includes the largest grant amount in the program’s history – and is rolling out limited edition ‘Barbie-fied’...
Southern Recipe Small Batch is capitalizing on the growing appeal of BBQ; three iconic brands have come together to bring the savory nuances of cheese and chilli to smoky meat snacks; and Fresh Direct has turned a potential negative into a delicious product.
A study by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has brought a lesser-known chemical into the spotlight – used by the agricultural industry to optimise yield and harvest – but it comes with a warning.
Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest food consumption day in the US (pipped at the post by Thanksgiving), which for major snack producers, translates into billions of dollars spent on coveted TV spots, billboards, celeb reinforcements, immersive...
That was the crux of the matter that sent the Frito-Lay-owned brand into court to appeal a HMRC tax debate.
An Indian court has ruled that PepsiCo India Holdings can finally claim a patent for the potato variety grown exclusive for its Lay’s potato chips – but this follows a protracted legal journey of lawsuits, arguments, judges orders and appeals.
The People's Committee of Ha Nam province has given PepsiCo Vietnam Foods the green light to build an $82m snack production plant in Tien Town’s Dong Van I industrial park.
Frito-Lay and Quaker have launched their fifth annual US Snack Index, which takes a look at the three snacking trends poised to shape the year ahead.
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Walkers is to rollout new packaging for it Sunbites range of snacks containing 50% recycled plastic, with plans to cut its use of virgin plastic over the next two years.
The Frito-Lay brand has collaborated with Danish flavour innovator Empirical to launch Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit – a limited edition, multi-sensorial experience that really tastes like nacho cheese.
PepsiCo is reducing the sodium content in Lay’s Classic Potato Chips by 15% but aims to maintain – and even ramp up – the taste by using natural seasonings, potato varieties and playing around with the shapes and sizes of salt crystals to optimise...
Stacy's Rise Pies - available until Thanksgiving - were created to drive awareness of the disparity in funding faced by women businessowners.
Chuza was announced the grand prize winner of the inaugural edition of PepsiCo’s Greenhouse Accelerator focused on supporting emerging Hispanic businesses.
Oreo is encouraging fans to deck the halls early, Hot Pockets is offering a sizzling cash reward, EggoVac has launched a first-of-its-kind waffle-inspired robotic vacuum, while Doritos has introduced the world’s first ‘crunch-cancelling’ tech that lets...
North Carolina law enforcement has seized $170,000 worth of counterfeit snacks that look deceptively like the well-known mega brands, but being infused with THC, could be highly dangerous for children.
The Texas-based snack giant has earmarked $100k in scholarship funding for college students who are uplifting and leading their communities; kicked off the third year of Building the Future Together, which serves nearly 1,000 disadvantaged families each...
The Lay’s and Cheetos maker has earmarked a substantial investment in the Southeast Asia island nation over a 10-year period and has broken ground for a new snack factory in the West Java town of Cikarang.
The global snacking giant has expanded its ‘All-In with Frito-Lay’ initiative through a $400,000 contribution to the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF), a US non-profit that expands access and opportunities for girls and women in sports.
PepsiCo has entered into a seven-year collaboration with Walmart to invest $120m in regenerative agriculture, with a focus on boosting soil health and water quality of farms across their supply chain, Rob Meyers, VP of sustainable agriculture and global...