Taura Natural Ingredients’ range of JusFruit Fibre+ – launched late last year – delivers the benefits of fibre without compromising on taste or texture.
Snack food consumption has increased more than 8% since the beginning of the pandemic in March, according to NPD’s Snack Food Behaviours in Challenging Times study. Quarantine snacking habits have seen wide swings between quickly reaching for that guilty-but-comforting...
The clean label ingredients specialist has launched fazenda to capitalise on the demand for ingredients that have simple, recognisable and trustworthy declarations, which is at an all-time high as consumers become laser-pointed on health and longevity,...
Banana bread has undoubtedly become the official comfort food of the coronavirus lockdown and GoNanas has mixed it up with four bake at home variants; Podberry locks in wider distribution across Scotland for its pea-based snacks; Little Debbie allows...
Kellogg’s is making it easier for parents to show their support to their kids returning/starting school; Walmart is getting spooky for the trick or treat season, and pladis is rolling out some festive favourites and fresh innovations to celebrate Christmas.
Parle Products has launched Hide & Seek #WhipItUp – showcasing a collection of recipes from followers – to capitalise on the at home baking movement brought on by the outbreak of coronavirus.
A new study gives insight into what an ideal snack looks like to people without being biased by the loaded associations that come with labelling food as ‘healthy’ or ‘unhealthy’.
Hostess Brands’ recently opened Innovation Lab in Lenexa, Kansas – designed to develop differentiated products through sensory and focus group tests – underscores the American baking company’s ongoing commitment to consumer insight-driven innovation.
Hostess Brands has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the past four quarters, again surpassing the Zachs Consensus Estimate by 1.38% for the quarter ended June 2020.
Mezcla rolls out its flagship range of vegan, gluten-free protein bars designed to foster a love of art and a celebration of diversity within the next generation; Gerber releases Organic BabyPops for little ones learning to self-feed; Sara Lee introduces...
India’s Epigamia – which is backed by Danone among others - has launched the country’s first branded plant-based yoghurt made with coconut milk as it seeks to transform the Indian dairy industry.
We’ve scoured the four corners of the earth to bring you an exciting and exotic selection of treats – from South Korean, Kellogg’s has released a green onion-flavoured Chex cereal, Jammie Dodgers are again available in vegan variants in the UK and, across...
As American celeb chef and 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' pressenter Guy Fieri says, ‘we’re heading for flavourtown’ with a range of snacks that pack a ton of flavour, including a limited edition concept combining two best-selling flavours into...
The majority of Americans anticipate a very different summer compared to last year due to the coronavirus pandemic – but snacking will remain a constant.
While many of the UK’s family-owned and run artisanal bakeries have been hard hit by the coronavirus outbreak, several have modified their business models to ensure their freshly-baked treats continue to get out to consumers.
The US baked goods manufacturer is expanding its portfolio of products categories with the acquisition of a plant in Georgia from Speciality Bakers for an undisclosed amount.
The world has been building a digital reality for years, but now it will really kick in, according to consumer behaviourist Ken Hughes. Market researcher IRI concurs, noting that engaging with consumers will be more important than ever.
Jacob's Mini Cheddars heads to Mexico for flavour inspiration, PepsiCo is launching Doritos in a tin and the dietitian created functional food brand rolls out gut-healthy prebiotic cookies. Meanwhile, UK Lola's Cupcakes has expanded its home...
Baking has become one of the nation’s biggest boredom breakers to fill the days in lockdown – but this has resulted in shortages of flour and yeast – leading the Real Bread Campaign to weigh in with recipes and tips to overcome the challenge.
The US flour miller and ingredients provider has been deemed part of the nation’s critical infrastructure in providing food and has a crisis team that kicked into gear to cope with the pandemic to ensure that product continues to appear on grocery shelves.
Kellogg Company has produced a special advertisement to thank the people across the supply line who are bringing hope and a sense of normalcy during this difficult time.
Most people won’t be spending this Easter with important family and friends – thanks to the coronavirus crisis – but that’s not going to stop them from being more tempted than usual to bake up an aromatic batch of steaming hot cross buns, says Mintel.
The ingredients supplier is significantly expanding the production capacity of its integrated native and modified starch facility in Shandon, China, to meet growing customer demand from consumers looking for healthier and more diverse food options.
Turmeric, pumpkin seeds and probiotics will be the new ingredient kids on the block – especially during these uncertain times when focus is on health and snacking has become more prevalent than ever – according to Cargill’s research to find out consumer...
Online gluten-free flour fills the UK flour shortage, Fatherson bakes up a bit of extravagance, Huel and HighKey extend their better-for-you offerings, and McCoy’s celebrates a milestone with a twist to an old favourite.
Determined not to let the ongoing COVID-19 crisis shelve plans, BakeryandSnacks virtually hosted the debate on snackification, originally scheduled to take place on stage at The Ingredients Show in Birmingham, UK.
The global bakery manufacturer is divesting its North American frozen manufacturing business to Rise Baking Company to concentrate on building its core bakery ingredients portfolio and digital future.
The US snack producer has launched ReGrained Puffs virtually, hosting online buyer meetings for retailers and a limited presale offering with free shipping to lower barriers to trial for consumers.
Kind, healthy snack bar brand, is entering the breakfast category for the first time with the launch of its Breakfast Bars in April, designed to appeal to the on-the-go consumer.
The need for healthier snacking occasions is on the rise as consumers now, more than ever, are adopting the notion of holistic health. Will Cowling, marketing manager of FMCG Gurus, examines the landscape in Austria.
The term clean label has yet to be clearly defined, but it is generally agreed it refers to foods that are free from artificial ingredients and are minimally processed. As an increasing number of consumers now expect clean label as standard, Myriam Snaet,...
Get snacking and join the fight against hunger with 34 Degree’s gluten-free chickpea Snaps, Lay’s Poppables gets rocking with the Trolls and Maison Dixie shakes up the frozen aisle: BakeryandSnacks scours the shelf to find on-trend innovation.
Ingredion Incorporated has launched a new emulsifier based on a chickpea broth that offers a clean label alternative to OSA-modified starches and other artificial emulsifiers.
Colpac has expanded its Zest Eco-Packaging Heat Seal range with five products; a square cut sandwich pack, wrap pack, two different sized sandwich packs and a salad pack.
It’s British Pie Week (March 2-8) and Brits are invited to tuck into a richly-flavoured Steak & Ale treat from one of the nation’s favourite hot pie brands.
PepsiCo is acquiring one of China’s largest online snacks companies, signalling a willingness to make a long-term commitment in the region despite the coronavirus outbreak.
In addition, Calbee North America is launching Crunchions, Supermola has gone mainstream and Kellogg’s has upped the ante with its fruit filled cereal.
Half the 10-strong line-up to join PepsiCo’s second annual North American Greenhouse programme includes startups that are poised to disrupt the snacks sector with their takes on healthy, natural and sustainably driven snacks.
Entrants have until 5pm on Valentine’s Day (February 14) to submit entries for the 2020 British Pie Awards, hosted by the Melton Mowbray Pork Pie Association.
Cargill has invested $6.4m to expand its North American Pilot Development Centre in Savage, Minneapolis, to assist bakery customers increase their speed-to-market with new products.
New research from Roy Morgan reveals that nearly 90% of Australians consume packaged snacks regularly, with 28% of them falling into the ‘heavy’ category, eating seven or more items in an average week.