Water availability emerging as key consumer climate concern 08.01.2023 By Keith Nunes The US fresh water supply has not grown even as the country’s population and infrastructure requirements continue to expand.Read More
Market opportunities remain ripe for sugar reduction innovation 07.18.2023 By Keith Nunes Ingredient suppliers are bringing a plethora of sugar reduction innovations to market.Read More
Sustainability remains a resilient trend despite higher prices 07.05.2023 By Keith Nunes It appears sustainability will be a key theme among exhibitors at this year’s IFT FIRST, to be held July 16-19 in Chicago.Read More
More food manufacturers back to business as usual 06.13.2023 By Keith Nunes Companies are shifting attention away from a crisis-management mentality to executing against specific strategies.Read More
Consumers want more food, national brands from dollar stores 06.07.2023 By Keith Nunes Fifty-one percent of dollar store shoppers want more fresh and frozen food, and 47% want more national brands.Read More
Weak consumer expectations may strengthen food-at-home demand 05.24.2023 By Keith Nunes Groceries are the only category where low- and middle-income consumers plan to spend more over the next six months.Read More
FTC’s Green Guides updates to add clarity, credibility to sustainability claims 05.10.2023 By Keith Nunes The environmental sustainability of products is a priority for consumers, particularly younger consumers.Read More
Restaurant operator optimism rising as recovery from pandemic continues 04.12.2023 By Keith Nunes The NRA’s overall industry sales projection, the Restaurant Performance Index and pent-up demand survey point to a welcome return to normalcy.Read More
Gen Alpha will put greater emphasis on customization and personalization 03.29.2023 By Keith Nunes Screens have served not only as entertainment but as near-constant companions for many members of Gen Alpha.Read More
How well are your hiring policies and practices being followed? 03.15.2023 By Keith Nunes Children do not belong in the workforce, especially manufacturing.Read More