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Snacking 2026: Balancing Purpose and Pleasure

Snacking has evolved into a lifestyle, with American consumers exhibiting diverse and dynamic eating patterns that vary significantly between individuals…

The impact of GLP-1s in an era of disruption

We’re excited to share that our latest white paper offers critical insight into this highly sought-after topic, exploring how GLP-1 adoption is reshaping…

Live Q&A: Inside the Digital Food Culture Gap

This webinar explored how consumers want technology to fit into their everyday food experiences, with experts breaking down key behaviors, expectations, and…

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July 01, 2021 | Report

Health & Wellness Across the Globe

“Health & Wellness Across the Globe” report extends Hartman Group’s Health and Wellness expertise to provide in-depth analysis and thought-provoking…

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June 01, 2021 | Article

Scrutiny of Plant-Based Ingredients and Labeling an Ongoing Consumer Priority

The Pandemic Has Fueled Both Interest in and Scrutiny of Plant-Based ProductsThe rise in interest among both consumers and the food and beverage community…

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May 27, 2021 | Infographic

Organic and Related Distinctions: Consumers’ Perceptions of GMOs

Natural and organic are part of a broader set of distinctions and callouts that signal to consumers the convergence of health and wellness, quality, and—increasingly—sustainability.   While…

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May 20, 2021 | Infographic

Health & Wellness Trend Spotlight: Households with Pets

Pets are an increasingly prominent part of American households and have become an important part of household health and wellness. Many health and wellness…

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May 18, 2021 | Article

12 Interesting and Insightful “Did You Know” Facts From Food Culture

The exploration of our food and beverage culture yields rich, robust information and facts. Some may seem obvious, and others can be more thought provoking, but…

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May 13, 2021 | Infographic

Do You Know the Top Foods and Beverages by Snacking Occasion Daypart?

Consumers snack on a wide variety of foods and beverages, including packaged products specifically purchased for snacking and items not originally intended…

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May 11, 2021 | Article

From Guernseys to Buttermilk — Local, Premium Dairy — Where Is It Headed?

Our Conversation With Dan Horan, Chief Executive Officer of Five Acre Farms The pandemic intensified interest in local products and food production because…

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May 06, 2021 | Infographic

At Snack Times, Any Food or Drink Readily Available in the Home Is “Fair Game.”

The pandemic has significantly altered the current nature of snacking in America. At snack times at home, any food readily available inside the home is…

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May 04, 2021 | Article

The Meaning of Health & Wellness in 2021: The Consumer Perspective Continues to Evolve

Americans’ understanding of what it means to be healthy and well has always been evolving as new scientific facts and societal orientation emerge.The…

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