Brands tap consumer demand with RTD formats, high-protein snacks, comfort foods and better-for-you indulgences
November 3, 2025
As consumers seek protein for energy, satiety, muscle support and everyday wellness, manufacturers are responding with formats that fit every lifestyle, daypart and craving.
As consumers seek mental wellness and sustainable nutrition, brands are turning to these versatile ingredients for their functional and sensory appeal.
Linear Bar delivers 20g of protein, 12g of fiber and a candy bar–like texture using organic ingredients and no artificial additives. The launch aligns with rising consumer demand for high-protein, clean-label snacks that don’t compromise on flavor or texture.
This milestone marks the latest innovation effort by USCP to ensure this nutrient-rich, versatile and resource-efficient grain meets growing demand for convenient, high-quality ingredients in food manufacturing, foodservice and retail markets.
Hormel Foods has teamed with Frank’s RedHot to launch a co-branded bacon featuring the hot sauce’s signature flavor. The collaboration reflects continued consumer interest in bold, spicy profiles and cross-brand flavor innovation.
MGP Ingredients appointed industry veteran Matias Bentel as chief marketing officer and operations expert Chris Wiseman as senior vice president, operations. The new leaders will support CEO Julie Francis in advancing the company’s growth and operational goals.
Rabobank’s Fall Harvest Outlook highlights challenges facing North American growers amid high input costs, shifting trade relationships and policy uncertainty. Analysts urge producers to focus on fundamentals and sustainable practices to stay competitive.
Visitors to booth #3151 can learn more about what’s next in better nutrition and discover how AAK’s diverse portfolio of fats and oils helps create better-tasting, healthier and more sustainable foods, beverages and nutritional products.
From clean-label substitutions to natural thickeners, texturizers, emulsifiers, and gluten replacements — our ingredients are designed to support better nutrition, improve shelf life, and meet evolving consumer demands.
Bell Flavors & Fragrances promoted longtime marketing leader Kelli Heinz to CMO. Heinz will guide brand strategy, oversee digital innovation and strengthen global collaboration across Bell’s marketing teams.