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Chewing Gum Sales Reach $4 Billion

Better-for-you sugar-free gum accounts for 85% of dollar sales, compared to only 15% for “regular” (sugared) gum
January 2, 2019
“Gum marketers are developing fun and flavorful products and are innovating with non-caloric sweeteners, as well as stressing the potential benefits of dental and nutrition-bearing gums,” says David Sprinkle, research director for Packaged Facts.
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2019 Predictions
2019 Predictions

Food Technology Meets Taste

Futurist Nancy Giordano opens Prepared Foods' Annual Predictions issue
Nancy Giordano
December 28, 2018
I recently spent three days looking over the horizon with 21 leading food manufacturers and retailers.
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Frieda's Specialty Produce Suggests 2019 Trends

Make way for popability in produce, unicorn food and vegetables for dessert
December 21, 2018
Frieda’s Specialty Produce, known for spotting trends like plant-based protein and turmeric, released its predictions for 2019.  
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Food and Beverage Industry Trends

Seafood Consumption Greatest in a Decade

Shrimp leads the increase, jumping three tenths of a pound
December 20, 2018
Within the top ten, Shrimp leads the increase jumping three tenths of a pound, followed by Salmon, up by more than two tenths of a pound.   ​​​​​​​
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Sauces & Marinades Poured on the Flavor in 2018

A look at some of the most interesting product introductions in the sauces, marinades and dressing category
December 20, 2018
Here is a quick survey of some of the most notable sauces, marinades and dressing introductions from the past year.
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