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.
February is snack food month. It’s also the month of love with Valentine’s Day (February 14) and a day that only comes around every four years, traditionally reserved for marriage proposals (February 29). So why not stock up with snacks to boost that...
The supplier to the bakery, patisserie and chocolate industries looks to the next 100 years with an unremitting focus on innovation, health and wellbeing.
An international group of scientists has pinpointed the genes responsible for the dietary content of white flour, which opens possibilities to manufacturers to satiate the consumers' love of white bread, while critically boosting their fibre intake.
Six key characteristics indicate the future of Italy’s bakery, confectionery and gelato sectors – quality, innovation, expertise, design, passion and last, but not least, Italian spirit – all evident at Sigep, held in Rimini last month.
Moon Cheese has refreshed its branding with packaging that has a stronger presence on shelves, new funky names for existing varieties and the extension of its lineup with two new flavours.
A report from Irish consumer advocacy group safefood reveals that most gluten-free snack products analysed had calorie levels similar to a standard chocolate bar.
The food giant has launched a regenerative pilot programme with Kansas wheat farmers situated in the Cheney Reservoir, which will ultimately improve the overall water quality provided to more than 400,000 Wichita residents.
The London-based startup’s deal with Burts Snacks to domestically manufacture its Popped Lotus Seeds – previously processed in India – has secured two major listings and a round of seed funding to support growth.
The global manufacturer of ingredients for the bakery, pâtisserie and chocolate sectors says the ‘breakthrough’ inclusion is set to grasp the latest consumer trend – that texture is the new taste.
The quest for health, a plant-based lifestyle, artisanal experiences and flavour experimentation may be shaping the UK bakery market, according to Délifrance, but there’s still room for indulgence – especially on National Croissant Day tomorrow (January...
California snack brand The Good Bean has acquired the assets of peer company Beanitos and is heading into 2020 as a unified company to expand into other sectors that ‘each business couldn’t easily get into on their own.’
Kellogg’s has taken another step in its drive to help families make better choices in the morning; French pâtissier Tipiak has launched a selection of Mediterranean canapés on the UK market; and SkinnyDipped Almonds is kicking off 2020 with a vegan offering...
With the advent of everything from online shopping to trends like ‘good for me and ‘good for the Earth’, insights show the French consumer’s attitude to baked goods is rapidly changing. Andrew Crofts, senior research analyst at FMCG Gurus, delves deeper.
The implementation of the Smart Snacks regulation in American schools could reduce the rates of childhood type 2 diabetes and other food-related diseases, according to JAMA study.
Dive into a tempting array of indulgent treats this Valentine’s Day: from crave-able new flavours from Kettle Chips; to creamy oat-based ice cream nestled between cookie dough; a limited offering of Oreo’s most stuffed crème cookie; and a signature flavour...
A new type of wheat developed by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) breeders and collaborators has made its first appearance in a breakfast cereal made by the Kellogg Company.
KIND will roll out updated nutrition labels on its snack bars following research from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Agricultural Research Service, which says there are less calories in certain nuts.
Raisio Group has completed the €8m ($8.9m) refurbishment of its oat mill in Nokia, Finland, to ramp up the export of its finished oat products, sold under the Elovena brand.
A group of international researchers called the Doggie Bag Study Group has found that gluten ingestion is often common, even among consumers who make a concerted effort to avoid it.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently added glucomannan to the existing list of isolated or synthetic non-digestible carbohydrates that it intends to propose to be added to the definition of dietary fibre.
Gut health is trending across the globe, with 77% of consumers now affected by digestive issues or concerned about digestive wellness. Thomas Schmidt, marketing director at BENEO, discusses the role that fibre is playing in this.
We feature a raft of new snacking experiences, ranging from a novel treat that is reminiscent of the iconic American PB&J sandwich to Dorito’s foray into the fast-growing hot & spicy category; cookies bearing inspirational messages from the Girl...
The old adage of 'eating with your eyes' remains true, confirmed by research that has demonstrated that, by changing the surface texture of a snack, food producers could alter a consumer’s perception of its tastiness and the likelihood of purchasing...
Consumers are demanding more than just indulgence – they want a treat that’s healthy but still tasty; sustainable yet comes with an extended shelf life; is portable and size proportioned; is Instagrammable; and comes with a story or purpose.
Hostess Brands Inc. has finalised its acquisition of Ontario’s Voortman Cookies Ltd. from private equity firm Swander Pace Capital (SPC) for a cash transaction valued at approximately C$425m ($320m).
Quinoa Corporation – owner of plant-based brand Ancient Harvest – has added heritage gluten-free pioneer Pamela’s Products to its portfolio of BFY products.
Children in the United Kingdom will soon have to say good-bye to the monkey, bee, alligator, lion, panda and penguins featured on the boxes of Lidl’s own-brand cereals, as the retail giant attempts to halt the soaring obesity rate among the demographic.
This month’s product roundup features bakery and snack treats that are front-and-forward in answering consumer demands for veggie, on-the-go offerings that also contain sustainably sourced ingredients.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients Food & Beverages identified three major trends in its first annual Trend Report published earlier this year that could assist bakers turn tomorrow’s consumer demands into market propositions.
Mantrose-Haeuser – a subsidiary of RPM International – has acquired Profile Food Ingredients, a manufacturer of dry stabilizer and emulsifier blends for the food industry for an undisclosed amount.
The explosive uptake of the plant-based lifestyle aligns with the UK vegan brand’s own trajectory growth, which has seen sales increase by 100% in 2019.
The family-owned flavours and seasonings company is boosting its bottom line in almost triple digits year-on-year and is looking for skilled personnel to take it to the next level.
Consumer demand comes strongly into play as we head up towards Christmas, with Kellogg’s focusing on fibre and convenience, PepsiCo ramping up its Smith’s potato chip flavour down under and celeb chef Paul Hollywood’s Ready to Bake bread roll packs downsizing...
The UK health food brand’s Fonio Ancient Super-Grain – touted as the ‘new quinoa’ – is being marketed as the alternative staple to intensively farmed cereals.
Although consumers want higher quality bakery products, they are still price sensitive and becoming more health conscious, which is swaying their purchasing decisions. Will Cowling, marketing manager of FMCG Gurus examines how this is having an impact...
Researchers from Michigan State University (MSU) have collaborated with a US family-owned snack producer to create limited edition potato chips that are packed with antioxidants.
Kellogg India is collaborating with The Breakfast Revolution (TBR) and Sesame Workshop India (SWI) in an initiative to provide nutritious breakfasts to 100,000 children by 2022.
Snacking has become an ‘all-day habit’ in the US, which is a positive trend, especially among children from ethnically-diverse and low-income populations.
A recent consumer study by Leatherhead Food Researcher found that 73% of Brits under 35 years and 51% above 35 years of age are more likely to buy a product that’s been fortified.
