Trend-forward forms and textures keep almonds in top spot for manufacturer and consumer demand
For the sixteenth consecutive year, almonds are the top nut in global new product development according to Global New Products data from Innova Market Insights, having been first recognized as the number one nut globally in 2006. With more forms than any other tree nut, almonds' versatile taste, texture and health claim benefits align to consumers’ ever-changing tastes, lifestyles and preferences.
This year’s Global New Products Report revealed that more than 12,000 new almond products were introduced in 2021, making up 40% of total nut introductions. Almonds are the number one nut in four of the top six1 global food introduction categories: bakery, bars, dairy and cereals. Of note, bakery’s growth at 15% is highest out of all introductions across global food, nut and almond introductions.