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The Logic of Food Shopping

This webinar reveals what we’ve learned this year from quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, highlighting the shopper perspective on the most…

Modern macronutrients: A strategic guide to ingredient opportunities

The way consumers think about nutrition labels is changing fast.  In our latest white paper, we explore how shifting health priorities, diverse cultural…

Health & Wellness 2025: The Interplay of Vitality and Longevity

As wellness takes on an increasingly diverse meaning, consumers seek more than just immediate benefits: they aspire for better quality of life for a longer…

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April 08, 2024 | Article

Industry news: All aboard the spicy snack train

Flavor preferences are heating up, and brands are leaning in. PepsiCo recently made headlines for establishing Flamin’ Hot as a distinct brand within…

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April 01, 2024 | Report

Future of Snacking 2024: Balancing Intent with Indulgence

“Future of Snacking 2024” provides deeper understanding of where and why consumers make tradeoffs in their snack choices, which considerations are…

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April 01, 2024 | Article

New report published: “Future of Snacking 2024”

After spending the last two months analyzing consumer snacking habits, needs and preferences, we’re excited to announce that Future of Snacking 2024:…

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March 25, 2024 | Article

Strategic risk-taking in the Organic/Natural space

Bold ambitions often come with a side of risk. Making strategic moves like launching a new product in a highly competitive category are inherently challenging, but…

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March 19, 2024 | Webinar

Ask the experts: What’s next for organic?

In this virtual live discussion, Laurie Demeritt and Melissa Abbott shared preliminary insights into audience questions on the organic industry, offered…

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March 18, 2024 | Infographic

Appetite for innovation

With hundreds of new innovations hitting the market every day, consumer demand for new foods and beverages is seemingly endless. In reality, 90% of new…

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March 13, 2024 | Webinar

Settling into a new era: Inside the latest eating & drinking occasions data

There has been a fundamental shift in the landscape of eating as consumers have “settled in” to life post-pandemic; but the equilibrium is different…

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March 11, 2024 | Article

From cravings to conscious choices: The future of healthy snacking

Snacks today are much more than fillers between meals: they’re an expression of personal goals and values in our fast-paced, health-conscious world.…

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March 04, 2024 | Infographic

Organic Evolution: Navigating Trust and Transparency

The organic movement has evolved from a niche market into mainstream success, and now the industry is at a crucial stage of reassessment. Introducing…

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