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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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August 18, 2021 | Article

A Global, Consumer-Centric View of Health & Wellness Reveals Aspects Unique to Individual Countries—But Also Similarities

Despite cultural differences around the world, consumers display many similarities in approaches and attitudes to Health & Wellness, particularly during…

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August 17, 2021 | Article

Democratization of Health & Wellness? Consumers Look to Brands and Retailers for Help

From Cost to Retail Access, Low Socioeconomic Consumers Need Help to Create a More Inclusive and Democratized Health & Wellness Landscape.Much has…

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August 12, 2021 | Infographic

Consumer Definition of Health & Wellness: A Global Perspective

What does health & wellness mean to consumers around the world? Our infographic depicts that “feeling good about oneself” ranks among the…

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August 10, 2021 | Article

Redefining Normal: Three Takeaways from Hartman’s Spring 2021 Eating Occasions Special Report

It’s been quite an unsettling and uncertain time, with COVID-19 impacting eating and drinking behaviors in dramatic ways.In spring 2020, the beginning…

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August 05, 2021 | White Paper

Redefining Normal: Spring 2021 Eating Occasions

This special report explores the context, needs and behaviors associated with eating and drinking occasions. It was researched and prepared by Hartman’s…

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August 05, 2021 | Infographic

Hartman Group’s Syndicated Reports: Consumers, Culture, Categories, Trends and Inspiration

This week we feature our first three syndicated reports for 2021: Sustainability, Brand Ambition: Food and Beverage Private Brands and Beyond, and Health…

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August 03, 2021 | Article

Updating Our Understanding of What It Means to Be a Cultural Brand

What is a cultural brand?We know what “cultural” means. We know what “brand” means. Put the two together, and you have a concept that, we believe, is…

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July 29, 2021 | Infographic

Brand’s BIG Role Shift

Data and insights from The Hartman Group’s Brand Ambition: Food and Beverage Private Brands & Beyondreport. Consumers no longer rely solely on…

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July 27, 2021 | Article

New Frontiers of Premium Dairy — From Local to Grass-Fed and Organic

We Learn How Five Acre Farms and Maple Hill Creamery Are Hard at Work Crafting Premium Dairy ProductsOver the past several years, the dairy aisle has been…

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