Market Trends

Market and consumer research that impacts the food and beverage industry, including the latest information on ingredient and product trends, product category performance, pricing, and consumer preferences and buying habits.

More Than A Sugar Issue: The Many Facets of U.S. Obesity

While Americans tend to focus on sugar when placing blame for the U.S. obesity epidemic, a recent article from NYTimes.com reports on several other aspects of this weight management issue. ...More
May 21, 2013
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal
Walmart Reports Increased Market Shares

The company's first quarter diluted earnings per share (EPS) hit $1.14, a 4.6% increase compared to last year's first quarter EPS. ...More
May 20, 2013
Posted in News
Birthday-Cake Flavors Score Among Nostalgic Adults

Birthday-cake flavorings have started a whole new trend in the food industry, showing up in everything from vodka to ice cream. ...More
May 20, 2013
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal
'Food Map' Tells What Consumers Are Buying, Eating

A new database designed by researchers at the University of North Carolina will reveal what foods people are buying and eating to improve knowledge of national health trends. ...More
May 20, 2013
Posted in News
United Fresh Announces 2013 Best New Products

New products and innovations contribute substantially to the fresh and fresh-cut produce industry’s success, and attendees at the United Fresh Produce Association’s annual convention and expo voted for the 2013 New Product Awards in five categories. ...More
May 17, 2013
Posted in News
Colleges Fail to Accommodate Gluten-Free Needs

Most colleges and universities lack knowledge and options to meet students' gluten-free needs, according to new data gathered by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA). ...More
May 17, 2013
Posted in News
Intiative Aims to Meet Growing Demand For Wheat

The Wheat Initiative will coordinate global research and make changes needed to increase wheat production, quality and sustainability, according to INRA. ...More
May 17, 2013
Posted in News
Global Gluten-Free Sector to Hit $6.2B by 2018

The global gluten-free product market is projected to reach $6.2 billion by 2018, representing a CAGR of 10.2%, according to a new report from MarketsandMarkets. North America is the largest market for gluten-free products, and Europe is expected to show significant growth ...More
May 17, 2013
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal
Image Gallery: Fresh Fruit 2013 Culinary Trends

Innovative takes on fruit is the newest culinary trend in 2013 with fruit trends inspiring foodservice operators, as well as new food and beverage products. ...More
May 17, 2013
Posted in Galleries, Flavor
Products Must Fulfill Health Claims Promise to Succeed

Growth trends indicate that a number of products with individual health and wellness claims have recently experienced declining sales; however, there is evidence that products providing a holistic approach that advances general health and well-being are gaining market ...More
May 16, 2013
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal