Modesto, CA — New data from Innova Market Insights finds that almonds comprised more than 41 percent of the nut products introduced globally in 2020, with 12,181 new almond introductions globally. With global consumers becoming more engaged in purchasing food…
Positioning Snacks For Post-Pandemic Success
Euromonitor International’s Jared Koerten reveals which claims have gained traction during the pandemic and identifies those poised to stay. Cleveland — The COVID-19 pandemic transformed snacking. Portability, on-the-go and social occasions were disrupted by quarantine orders and distancing efforts. Sales…
NCA’s Downs Speaks In Support Of Fair Sugar Policy Act of 2021
Washington — Following the introduction of the Fair Sugar Policy Act of 2021 (H.R. 4680 /S. 2466), the co-chairs of the Alliance for Fair Sugar Policy (AFSP) released a statement of support. John Downs, president & CEO of NCA, stated:…
SACMI’s New HY7 Wrapping Machines Focus On Efficiency, Adaptability, Sustainability
Des Moines, IA — SACMI Packaging & Chocolate is introducing the HY7, a multi-style flat-base praline wrapping machine that offers output rates as high as 700 pieces per minute. Marketed under the Carle & Montanari brand, the company says the…
Quality Candy Puts A Premium Spin On Traditional Favorites
Cleveland — Ribbon and filled hard candies can be counted on for evoking memories of the holidays and gatherings with family and friends. A candy dish staple, Quality Candy Co., LLC says that while demand for the products is on…
Sweetener Users Group Praises Sugar Reform Legislation
Washington — Legislation introduced in Congress yesterday could bring long-overdue reform to federal sugar subsidies, according to a statement from the Sweetener Users Association (SUA). “The U.S. sugar program has needed an update for decades,” says SUA President Rick Pasco….
Study Says Consumer Trust In Fairtrade Certified Brands Is Growing
Washington — Fairtrade America‘s newly released Fairtrade Consumer Insights report reports increased trust and favorable perception of Fairtrade certified brands and products, as well as increased recognition of the Fairtrade Mark among U.S. and global consumers. Fairtrade America is an…
Cheetos, Bad Bunny Collaborate On Adidas Fashion Collection, Scholarships
Plano, TX — Frito-Lay North America’s Cheetos brand and global music superstar Bad Bunny introduced the Deja tu Huella (Leave Your Mark) campaign in 2020 to celebrate the impact the Hispanic culture has made on today’s society and inspire the…
Second Quarter Candy Sales Grow By Double Digits
Cleveland — Confectionery continues to deliver growth in 2021, up 3.5 percent for the 52 weeks ending July 11, 2021, according to Information Resources, Inc. (IRI). While most categories around the store are still seeing elevated demand versus 2019 pre-pandemic…
It’Sugar Names Ashley Mady VP Brand Development, Promotes Lindstedt To Assistant VP Merchandising
Ft. Lauderdale, FL — Ashley Mady has joined specialty retailer It’Sugar in the newly created position of vice-president of brand development where she will oversee the company’s visual merchandising, private label, licensing, public relations and marketing efforts. The company has…
