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Baked into a square shape with a soft and chewy texture inspired by a brownie, Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites, Blondie variety, are made with real chocolate chips and no high fructose corn syrup, offering an entirely reimagined Chips Ahoy! experience.

Annual eGrocery sales climbed 9.1% compared to 2023, driven by aggressive promotions on subscription and membership programs, which became widespread mid-year. These discounts, ranging from 33% to 80%, resonated with budget-conscious shoppers seeking savings and contributed to increased engagement and retention rates among digital grocery customers.

Certain tea products, including tea bags and bottled tea, can now display the "healthy" claim on packaging, provided they contain less than five calories per 12fl-oz serving.

Digital technologies loom large on the list—from the growing impact of artificial intelligence to the need for tech-enabled traceability across the food supply chain. What’s in our food also figures prominently.

New findings provide industry leaders with actionable insights to develop personalized products and services that support consumers’ sustainable lifestyle changes and long-term weight management success.

Magnesium, known for its role in muscle relaxation and stress relief, is increasingly being added to functional drinks and sports recovery products. Blends combining magnesium, potassium, and sodium target hydration, relaxation, and post-workout recovery.

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Now that 2024 is in the rearview, we wanted to share a few quick thoughts that highlight pivotal changes and trends in the industry. Below, you'll find a mix of both broad and specific evolutions in the food and beverage market that are certain to influence the business environment in 2025. 

"We created a product that we believe will unlock the plant-based category for the mainstream consumer,” said Tristan Maurel, CEO and co-founder. “SWAP Chicken's superior taste, clean ingredients and unrivaled product versatility finally enable chefs to recreate traditional recipes using only plant-based ingredients.”

"Weekday mornings are busy – not just for parents, but kids, too, and trying to think of nutritious and delicious meals can put a damper on mealtimes," said Joseph O'Connor, Applegate president. "With this launch we hope to give families back some of that time; while starting the day off right."