Archives for April 18, 2022

SPINS: Which sweeteners are resonating with consumers?

While consumers may be searching for ways to reduce their sugar intake, products that provide a sense of sweetness are still in high-demand, positioning certain natural sweeteners for continued success, says SPINS.

Nowadays raises $7m, gears up for Whole Foods launch: 'Plant-based meat has to be delicious, nutritious, and affordable'

While shoppers care about animal welfare and sustainability, these things are not, yet at least, primary purchase drivers for most Americans, despite what they tell you in surveys, says the co-founder of plant-based chicken startup Nowadays. “What’s the...

Soup-To-Nuts podcast: How are grocery shoppers responding to rising inflation?

Despite skyrocketing inflation that reached a 40-plus year high of 8.5% for all goods year-over-year in March, and ongoing supply chain challenges that are driving up production costs and out-of-stocks, US consumers continue to spend what it takes to...

New Redzone Study Shows Significant Improvement in Factory Performance

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The 2022 Frontline Workforce Engagement Study is the first of its kind to shed light on the relationship between employee engagement, productivity increases, and employee retention.

Keto in focus, part 1: From hardcore keto dieters to the ‘carb-conscious’

The high-fat, moderate protein, ultra-low carb ketogenic diet has its devotees and detractors. But what kind of impact is it having on the CPG industry, how big is the addressable market for keto or keto-friendly products, and is this a fad or a lasting...