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Global Plant Milk Market to Top $16 Billion in 2018

Dairy alternative drinks accounted for 7% of global dairy launches recorded by Innova Market Insights in 2016, up from 6% in 2015
June 14, 2017
Significant developments in this area include the acquisition of WhiteWave in 2016, presenting Danone with the opportunity to further develop its interests in this dynamic market in both North America and Europe. 
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Beef Jerky Sales on the Rise

Research shows that nearly 75% of consumers crave healthier salty snack options, with beef jerky outselling seeds, party mixes and pita chips – combined
June 12, 2017
Beef jerky sales grew by nearly seven% last year, according to Nielsen. Meat snacks are second only to potato chips in the salty snack category, but potato chips posted only 1.7% dollar growth over the same time period. 
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IPOs & the Meal Kit Market

Will other meal kit delivery startups follow US market leader Blue Apron and eventually go public?
June 7, 2017
According to Packaged Facts, the US meal kit delivery market had sales of $1.5 billion in 2016 and will mature into a multi-billion industry over the next five years. American market leader Blue Apron will undoubtedly play a significant role in the industry’s continued gains.
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Health, Sustainability Trends Drive Pasta Sales

Emerging markets show strong potential resurgence of growth in some mature markets
June 1, 2017
Consumer trends related to health and sustainability are driving pasta sales along with strong growth in key countries, according to data shared by The Nielsen Company at an international gathering of pasta producers this week in Uzwil, Switzerland. 
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Americans Accept Plant-Based Diets

Walnuts, mushrooms and legumes are the three foods Americans are most excited to try in meatless meals
May 31, 2017
According to a just released consumer survey, flavor and texture are the top reasons people enjoy cooking with meat, and the fear of missing that is the reason fewer people follow a plant-based diet.
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Dietary Guidelines Align With Consumer Trends

Processes for 2020 Dietary Guidelines to begin later this year
May 25, 2017
The eighth edition of this report highlighted the importance of following a healthy eating plan that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods as well as limiting calories from components such as added sugars, saturated fats and reducing sodium intake.
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Cultured dairy strives to be more 'au naturel'

Category trends include use of whole milk, sugar reduction and cleaner ingredients. Drinkable yogurts, innovative snack pairings and flavor innovations help grow the market
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May 25, 2017
Flavor mash-ups (including sweet heat, inclusions or pairings), snacking options and yogurt drinks are also helping to expand the consumer base.
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The American Dream Deferred

Half of Americans consider themselves “middle class,” but only a third are satisfied with their financial situation
May 23, 2017
When separating consumers by socioeconomic status, it becomes clear that the “average Joe” struggles with more than just finances.
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Nielsen Design Impact Awards

Smart Brands like Lean Cuisine Marketplace, Honest Tea and Buchanan's Scotch Whisky leverage packaging to deliver results
May 22, 2017
The Nielsen Design Impact Awards are US package design awards that leverage retail performance data as part of the winner identification process.
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