Washington, D.C.—U.S. organic sales jumped a record 12.4% in 2020, hitting $61.9 billion, according to the 2021 Organic Industry Survey released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA). For comparison, the 2019 growth rate was 5%. A press release from OTA credits the growth to the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused consumer...
Arnhem, Netherlands—Cake for breakfast? According to Innova Market Insights' Flavors by Occasion report, consumers are seeking indulgent flavors—and those treat-inspired are seeing the strongest growth in foods commonly eaten at breakfast, such as cereals, bread, and dairy. What's trending, specifically? The flavor currently leading in cereal products (breakfast cereals and cereal...
Spoonshot has released its report on 2022 trends, launched with a webinar presented by Kishan Vasani, Co-Founder and CEO, and Ranjana Sundaresan, Lead Research Analyst. Vasani detailed how Spoonshot’s AI—Food Brain—works, including a discussion of its sources and methodology. It has proven accurate, in the past: “In 2019, Spoonshot made...
Kissimmee, FL—SENPA has announced the first ever SENPA Summit at SOHO Expo, to take place on Friday, December 3, 2021. The Summit is designed to equip retailers with the business tools they need to survive and thrive in the modern age. The summit will have specific tracks that cater to...
Hershey, PA—The Hershey Company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Lily’s the low-sugar confectionary brand, according to a press release. Products include low-sugar dark and milk chocolate bars, baking chips, peanut butter cups, and more. The press release states that Lily’s will “add a key better-for-you confection brand...
London, England—The upcoming Sustainable Foods Summit is set to discuss the future of plant-based and organic foods, according to a press release. There is growing consumer interest in this segment, and companies like Nestlé are taking note. The summit, organized by Ecovia Intelligence, will be hosted on a dedicated online...
Chicago, IL—In partnership with Griffith Foods, Yildiz Holding, and Ingredion, Sente has introduced FoodTech: Health & Wellness, an investment program for startups worldwide all categories ranging from suppliers and raw materials to food brands. The program is seeking out startups for investments and pilot opportunities. Those selected will get assistance...
Katonah, NY—Asarasi Sparkling Tree Water has announced a partnership with The Nature Conservancy (“TNC”) and pledged $100,000 over two years to the organization in support of reforestation work through the Plant A Billion Trees campaign and protection of the Colorado River Basin. “Since the company’s founding in 2014, Asarasi’s core mission...
Toronto—Scooby-Doo EATS, a program created by Entergage Inc., has announced the opening of 13 fulfillment centers equipped with frozen storage and automation across Canada for direct-to-consumer purposes. The company has launched a shopping experience website with a subscription box model delivered to consumers in thermal bags and ice packs. “With...
St. Paul, MN—National Co+op Grocers (NCG) has released its 2020 Food Co-op Impact Report, a comprehensive look at how retail food co-ops support local communities and economies, create markets for local farmers and producers, make food affordable for more people, and care for people and the planet. Building local food...
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