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Health-Conscious Consumers Present New Opportunities

New report finds that consumers are more conscious of their health than ever before
December 30, 2016
Superfoods will soon see a distinct shift toward more diverse categories, driven by increasing health-consciousness, according to consumer insight firm Canadean, London.
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10 Key Food, Beverage Industry Words

According to The Hartman Group this top 10 list of key words should be part of every food and beverage industry professional’s vocabulary
December 29, 2016

In the never-ending quest to connect with consumers on a meaningful level, today’s marketers like to think they can target specific needs by appealing to hot-button desires in health and wellness, changing eating behaviors or influencers to purchase.


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Beverage Trends at 2016 NACS Tradeshow

With a tradeshow floor encompassing approximately 410,000 square feet, the event featured more than 1,200 exhibiting companies showcasing thousands of new products
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December 23, 2016

The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) hosted its 2016 NACS tradeshow Oct. 19-21 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center. With a tradeshow floor encompassing approximately 410,000 square feet, the event featured more than 1,200 exhibiting companies showcasing thousands of new products.


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US Tea Sales Rise to $7 Billion

Tea industry to approach $9 billion by 2020
December 22, 2016
In the brand new report Tea and Ready-to-Drink Tea: U.S. Retail Market, 6th Edition, market research firm Packaged Facts estimates tea sales slightly exceeded $7 billion in 2015, up almost 6%.
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Shaping a Coffee Market Future

Younger coffee drinkers seek the coffeehouse experience at home
December 21, 2016
Coffee sales are going strong, according to market research firm Packaged Facts. The US market for packaged and ready-to-drink coffee sold at retail was estimated at $13.5 billion in 2015, up almost 10%. By 2020, Packaged Facts expects sales of packaged and ready-to-drink coffee in the US to close in on $18 billion.
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2017 Grocery Shopping Trends

A more diverse produce department, increased availability of meal kits, and better access to product information lead key trends
December 20, 2016
More digital connections and a speedier checkout process rank among the top trends for grocery shopping in 2017, says John Karolefski, veteran supermarket analyst and purveyor of GroceryStories.com.
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Consumers Still Express Concern About GMOs

Though they are more educated about GMOs, consumers find reason to question their safe use in foods and beverages
December 19, 2016
As awareness grows more consumers recognize that GMOs have benefits in producing better and more resilient crops, but for many of those aware the benefits don’t outweigh their worry, making GMOs the fastest growing food additive concern, according to new NPD Group research.
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What’s Trending in Nutrition?

Dietitians across the country answered more than 60 questions to also uncover upcoming superfoods and consumer shopping insights
December 14, 2016
Registered Dieticians say that in 2017, consumers will be focused on eating clean, by trying to consume less processed foods and more whole foods such as…
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Quaker Oats, Chef'd Develop Breakfast Kit

Overnight Oats are made up of layers of oats, dairy and favorite toppings like fruit or nuts
December 13, 2016
The three Quaker Overnight Oats meals will be among the first breakfast meal options available for consumers to purchase on the Chef'd website.
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