Myprotein Debuts High-Protein Breakfast Mix In India September 16, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The British online retailer of sports nutrition products says its Protein Rava Idli Mix is an instant breakfast mix with 22 grams of protein per 100-gram serving. The product is a variation of the popular South Indian breakfast food idli (rice cake), made usually with rava durum wheat, Bombay rava, or semolina.  "Myprotein launches South Indian breakfast mix with high protein", Food & Beverages News, September 16, 2021, © Food And Beverage News

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Mission Foods Adds Gluten-Free Tortillas To Product Line September 16, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Irving, Texas-based maker of tortillas and wraps is extending its BFY product portfolio with new gluten-free Almond Flour and Cauliflower Flour tortillas. Available now at select grocers, and at other grocery retailers in the coming months, the two new offerings feature popular alternative ingredients like almond and cauliflower flour that cater to health-conscious consumers and those with allergy and dietary restrictions. The tortillas are vegan, high in fiber, and contain no artificial colors. The company’s product portfolio also includes flatbreads, dips, salsas, and other Mexican food products.  "Mission Foods Rises to Meet Changing Consumer Needs with New, Great-Tasting Variety for Health-Conscious Shoppers", Business Wire, September 16, 2021, © Business Wire, Inc.

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Protein-Added Snacks Aren’t Necessarily BFY September 15, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Protein, once a niche bodybuilding supplement, has gone mainstream in a big way, and is now added to a vast range of foods and drinks. Though scientists acknowledge humans really don’t need to eat all that protein, for many consumers the word protein signals “virtuous self-restraint, visibly striated musculature, and pert buttocks.” According to writer Sirin Kale, it means “nut bars nibbled elegantly between MacBook-led meetings… and reaching for a thinner version of ourselves.” However, added-protein snacks are often far from healthy: they can be highly processed, and packed with ingredients such as saturated fat-laden palm oil and corn syrup. It is ironic that in an age when processed foods are anathema to health-conscious consumers, “now, nobody cares,” says the marketing manager for a protein snack company. Sirin Kale, "Muscles and methane: How protein became the food industry's biggest craze", The Guardian (London), September 15, 2021, © Guardian News & Media Limited

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Mark's Mindful Munchies Adds Air-Popped Sweet Potato Chips To Portfolio September 14, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Boston-based maker of air-popped ancient grain chips has launched a line of salty snacks made with sweet potatoes and brown rice. Pop Bitties Sweet Potato Chips, available in Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper & Sea Salt flavors, are Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, certified gluten-free, corn-free, and tree nut and peanut-free. They contain 110 calories, 3.5 grams of fat and 2 grams of protein per serving, The chips are available in 3.5 oz. bags online and at U.S. grocery stores for an SRP of $3.49.  "New Pop Bitties Sweet Potato Chips Launch in Two Delicious Flavors", PR Newswire, September 14, 2021, © Cision US Inc.

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U.K.’s Burts Snacks’ Sales Unimpeded By Pandemic September 14, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Plymouth-based maker of crisps and popcorn posted a $9.7 million hike in sales in 2020 to a total of $79.4 million, making it “the U.K.’s fastest growing independent “snacking” company, despite the COVID pandemic.” Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization – a measure of profitability – were $3.6 million for 2020, up from $1.4 million in 2019. The company is optimistic about 2021 sales in the U.K., and is developing several new export markets that it says are “a key pillar in our overall strategy.” William Telford, "Burts Snacks sees sales grow to £57.3m despite hospitality lockdown", Business Live, September 14, 2021, © Reach plc subsidiary

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Mintel Expert Advises Snack Makers On Flavor And Ingredient Experimentation September 14, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Snack makers experimenting with flavors in hopes of broadening snack appeal should pair an unusual one, such as baobab or guajillo chili, with a familiar format, such as tortilla chips, according to Lynn Dornblaser of Mintel. Or, if experimenting with snack chip ingredients, they should try an unconventional base ingredient, such as seaweed or dried portobello mushrooms, combined with cheddar, barbecue, or another popular seasoning. Other snack innovation insights Dornblaser shared with SNAXPO21 attendees: be sure the name lives up to the ingredients – a cayenne pepper snack, for example, better be spicy; if concerned about delivering a healthy snack use chickpeas or plantains and highlight their better-for-you benefits; and experiment with flavors on more receptive younger consumers. Dan Malovany, "Effective ways to expand a brand’s appeal", Baking Business, September 14, 2021, © SOSLAND PUBLISHING COMPANY

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Jackson's Bets Future On New Factory, Packaging, Expanded Product Line September 14, 2021: 12:00 AM EST With the opening of a state-of-the-art factory in Muskego, Wis., the Oregon-based sweet potato chips brand “stands poised to upset the snacking status quo forever.” The company sources non-GMO heirloom sweet potatoes directly from farmers, cooks them low and slow in coconut and avocado oils, and adds seasonings that bring out the sweet potato flavor. Jackson’s new snack varieties complement sweet potatoes' unique flavor profile and are Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, gluten-free, paleo, nut-free, and kosher. All are available in redesigned 1.5 oz and 5 oz bags online and in select U.S. retailers, including Whole Foods Market and Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage.   "Jackson's Dares Snackers to Trade Up Their Chips", PR Newswire, September 14, 2021, © Cision US Inc.

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Dirt Kitchen Tests Binder-Free Snack Technology September 14, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Mondelēz International brand is testing a better-for-you snack bar created using a mechanical pressure and ultrasound technology developed by an Israeli company. Torr FoodTech’s technology combines different ingredients without using binders or added sugar, instead applying mechanical pressure and ultrasound energy to create multi-textures and sensorial taste profiles not found in a typical snack bar.  Dirt Kitchen so far has focused on chip-like snacks made of vegetables like tomatoes, zucchini, and green beans. The companies plan to roll out four flavors – tomato, raisin and black pepper; apricot, beets and pumpkin seeds; almond, raisin and carrot; and apple, cinnamon and carrot – in about 50 of the few hundred stores that carry Dirt Kitchen products, and on the brand's website.  Christopher Doering, "Mondelēz tests new snack bar made using mechanical pressure and ultrasound energy", Food Dive, September 14, 2021, © Industry Dive

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Kellogg Company Creates Snack Bar Based On A Cereal Product September 13, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The new Krave mixed grain bar, adapted from the eponymous breakfast cereal sold in varying formats in the U.S., the U.K., and elsewhere, has arrived in Australia. Made from crunchy puffed sorghum and churro, choc fudge chocolate or caramel fudge pieces, the snack is available in Go Nuts for Donuts, Nudge to Fudge, and Caramel Pop’n Choc flavors, all of which are free of artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners. The new mixed grain bars can be found in Australia at Woolworths, Coles, and independent supermarkets. Irene Dong, "Kellogg’s launches mixed grain bar", Inside FMCG, September 13, 2021, © Octomedia Pty Ltd

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Carnivore Aurelius Adds Steak Crisps To Meat-Based Snack Line September 10, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Founded in 2019, the Sheridan, Wy. -based maker of beef liver crisps has introduced a chewy steak crisp made with beef and salt and no sugar or soy fillers. According to the company, plant-based foods offer excellent health benefits but lack some nutrients that humans need for optimal performance, especially vitamin B12, taurine, and iron. Grass-fed steak crisps, containing only salt and 17 grams of protein, are sold by subscription or as a one-time purchase of a 14-bag package at $7.14 per bag. "Carnivore Aurelius Is Excited to Announce the Latest Addition to Its Menu: Steak Crisps", The Mercury News (California), September 10, 2021, © MediaNews Group, Inc.

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Calbee Launches Vegetable-Based Snacks In U.K. September 9, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Japanese-owned snack manufacturer’s new range of veg and pulse-based snacks taps into the growing consumer preference for plant-based products and the continued growth in holistic health and wellness. Non-GMO Project Certified Harvest Snaps, available in nine flavors, including Caesar, habanero, and mango chile lime, in 28-gram 130-calorie packs, are made from peas, lentils and black beans. The branding rolled out across multiple flavors and pack formats, as well as campaign creative, sales collateral and POS. Stephen Chapman, "Snaps snacks launch with Fun", Prolific North, September 09, 2021, © Prolific North

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BFY Cereals For Consumers Worried About Their BMs September 8, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Digestive health has become a significant issue for consumers, as studies confirm that the digestive system and gut health play an important role in energy, sleep, metabolism, weight loss, and even beauty. That said, some breakfast cereals – rich in fiber and other nutrients – are just plain better for you if your primary gut health concern is a healthy No. 2. The Huffington Post’s top picks for high-fiber cereals (not ranked): Barbara's Puffins ($5.99); Bob’s Red Mill Organic Oat Bran Hot Cereal ($17.55, 4-pack); Cheerios ($4.99); Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Flourless Flake Cereal ($9.49); Fiber One ($4.79); Forager Organic Grain-Free Os ($7.99); Kellogg’s All-Bran Buds ($3.74); Kind Cereal: Cranberry Almond ($6.98); Nature's Path Flax Plus Multibran Flakes ($3.69); and Poop Like A Champion ($11.97). Julie Kendrick, "The No. 1 Cereals For Going No. 2, According To Nutritionists", Huffington Post, September 08, 2021, © BuzzFeed, Inc.

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Campbell Soup’s Snack Unit Bets Heavily On Innovation September 7, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The company’s snack business, which reported a five percent increase in net sales during the 12 months ending in August of last year, benefited from the stay-at-home lifestyle created by the pandemic. But the company is not resting on its laurels. When research found that spicy was the most requested Goldfish flavor, the company partnered with Frank's RedHot to create a limited-edition hot-sauce Goldfish cracker. The flavor takes the snack beyond the traditional kids/parents market into an older consumer demographic. As to marketing, the company is considering different channels and platforms, like Twitch, Hulu, and TikTok. Paul Hiebert, "Road to Brandweek: How Campbell Snacks Plans to Evolve With Its Customers", Adweek , September 07, 2021, © Adweek

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GreenSpace Expands Distribution Into Unnamed Canadian Retail Chain September 7, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Toronto-based organic and plant-based food company said it has “secured new distribution into one of Canada's largest department store chains.” The company said the new arrangement will put the Central Roast snack nuts brand into the unnamed chain's 500 outlets across Canada beginning in October, ahead of the busy holiday season. GreenSpace develops, markets, and sells premium food products within the fast-growing natural and organic categories. Among the largest Canadian department store chains are Nordstrom, Hudson’s Bay, and TJX Companies (Zayre). Shares of GreenSpace Brands spiked higher on the Toronto stock exchange after the announcement.  Baystreet Staff , "News of Healthy Snack Coming to a Major Retailer Sends Shares Higher", Baystreet , September 07, 2021, © Baystreet.ca Media Corp

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Nature's Path’s New Granolas And Cereals Are Keto-Friendly September 7, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Canadian (B.C.) organic breakfast and snack food company’s new line of keto products includes two organic cereals – Cinnamon Toast Organic Keto and Dark Chocolate Organic Keto – as well as three new Ketola Crunch granolas: Toasted Pumpkin Seed & Vanilla Nut, Dark Chocolate Chip & Nut, and Blueberry & Cinnamon Nut. The products are organic, keto-certified, non-GMO, plant based, gluten-free, dairy-free, and contain no artificial sweeteners or flavors. They contain seven grams of protein and three grams of net carbs per serving; the keto granolas contain five grams of protein and up to three grams of net carbs per serving. They are available at U.S. retailers including Whole Foods and Kroger and online. "Cutting Carbs? Nature's Path is Thrilled to Announce They are Too!", PR Newswire, September 07, 2021, © Cision US Inc.

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Canada’s Modern Plant-Based Foods To Be Sold At Aldi September 6, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The British Columbia plant-based food company announced that its Snacks from the Sun “Popped Potato Crisps” will be sold at 285 Aldi stores in Canada. Modern Plant-Based Foods’ portfolio includes meat and dairy-free alternatives, soups, and vegan snacks. “Popped Potato Crisps” are made from potatoes, whole grains, and seasonings, then popped. The chips, available in four flavors at U.S. and Canadian retail stores, are vegan and free of gluten, cholesterol, and saturated fat.  "Plant-based ‘Popped Potato Crisps’ to roll out at Aldi retail locations in Germany", Potato News Today, September 06, 2021, © Potato News Today

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Tata Consumer Products Rolls Out Tata Soulfull Millet-Based Foods September 3, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Mumbai, India-based food and beverage company announced new branding for the Tata Soulfull product range, integrating the Tata logo. The range is focused on the health and wellness food market with a portfolio of millet-based products for kids and adults. The Tata Soulfull logo will be integrated into all touchpoints for the brand across online platforms, marketing collaterals, and packaging. Tata Consumer Soulfull Pvt Ltd became a 100 percent subsidiary of Tata Consumer Products in February 2021. Tata Soulfull’s snacks and breakfast cereals include Ragi Bites and Millet Muesli, as well as plant-based protein drinks like Smoothix. "Tata Consumer Products announces rollout of 'Tata Soulfull' brand name", Tata Consumer Products, September 03, 2021, © Tata Consumer Products Limited

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Myracle Kitchen Expands Beyond Plant-Based Milk Into Snacks September 3, 2021: 12:00 AM EST After successfully launching a plant-based coffee creamer, the N.Y.-based start-up has debuted a line of better-for-you alternatives to cookies and candy. Bite-size, crunchy Coconut Bytes are made with coconut, tapioca, and a pinch of sea salt. They contain no gluten, cane sugar, or dairy, are a good source of fiber and are certified USDA Organic, non-GMO, and vegan. They are available in chocolate, caramel and original flavors online beginning this month and nationwide in retailers in the coming months. The launch will be supported by a social media and influencer campaign. Myracle Kitchen is a sister brand of the U.K.'s Rebel Kitchen. "Myracle Kitchen Launches New Organic Coconut Snack", The Shelby Report, September 03, 2021, © The Shelby Report

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RW Garcia Relaunches Amazon Product Page September 2, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Scotts Valley, Calif.-based brand of BFY chips and crackers has relaunched its Amazon product page featuring the most popular sizes of its organic, non-GMO snacks. The revamped page has fresh brand imagery and will initially offer a selection of snacks, including Organic Corn Chips (Blue): (8.25-ounce bag); and Organic Corn Chips (BBQ and Chili Cheese, 7.5-ounce bags). Organic Corn Chips are sold on Amazon in packs of four for $29.99. The brand said it will also launch its Yellow Corn Chips and popular cracker varieties in the near future. "Better-for-you Snack Brand RW Garcia Relaunches Amazon Page", PR Newswire, September 02, 2021, © Cision US Inc

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Scion Of Singapore Snack Firm Is Revitalizing Her Family’s Products, Image September 2, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Esther Loo, the third-generation scion and current head of marketing of the Tai Sun brand of nuts and chips, was well aware that the company’s outdated image needed an overhaul. Market research told her that branding – not product quality – was the root of the problem: packaging was a mess, and “there was no real formatting for the brand as a whole.” What’s more, younger consumers really didn’t know about the products, and therefore were not buying them. Loo launched a repositioning campaign, complete with brand bibles and product segmentation. Tai Sun’s current portfolio now includes brands like Nature’s Wonders, Treatz, UCA, and more. Nature’s Wonders will be rolling out new nuts and mixes, and Treatz will receive a significant revamp. And Loo wants to convey to the public – using social media etc. – that healthy snacks such as pecans and macadamias, often thought of as premium nuts, are not necessarily out of reach. Terence Ruis, "How third-generation Tai Sun scion Esther Loo is reinventing the traditional nuts company", The Peak Magazine, September 02, 2021, © Singapore Press Holdings Ltd

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Holy Crap Cereals Boosts Production To Fulfill Orders From New Distribution Partners September 2, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Toronto, Ont.-based brand of health and wellness company Plant&Co. Brands Ltd. is boosting production at its Gibson, B.C., factory to fulfill orders from recently introduced Longo Brothers Fruit Markets and Highland Farms. Longo's has expanded over the years to include 36 locations throughout the greater Toronto and Hamilton areas in Ontario. All five Holy Crap flavors contain certified organic, non-GMO, kosher, and gluten free ingredients, such as hemp seed, buckwheat, chia seeds, and gluten-free oats.  "Plant&Co's Holy Crap Cereals Increases Production to Fulfill Orders from New Distribution Partners Including Longo's", Newsfile Corp, September 02, 2021, © Newsfile Corp

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Potato Chips Starting To Disappear From Office Vending machines In U,K, September 1, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Suppliers of office vending machine snacks in the U.K. are substituting products with longer shelf life, thanks to a dearth of snacking office workers. According to reports, traditional fried potato chips (crisps) are disappearing from vending machines, replaced by crackers such as Mini Cheddars that can last twice as long. Because of a slowdown in potato chips turnover, they go stale in the machines. "We would hope this time next year we would start to see 2019 levels of business," said David Llewellyn, chief executive of the Automatic Vending Association, although expectations are that British workplaces will remain emptier over the next year. Hannah Boland , "Crisps vanish from vending machines as workers stay at home", The Telegraph , September 01, 2021, © Telegraph Media Group Limited All Rights Reserved

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Companies’ Driverless Snack Kiosk Hits The Road in Germany August 31, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Following successful tests in the city of Cologne, Rewe Digital and Vodaphone are putting their "Snack Mobil" driverless snack kiosk on the road in live operations. The self-propelled kiosk, which offers 32 snacks as well as beverages, will be operational through the end of October. All passers-by at the Carlswerk production facility in Cologne can order soft drinks, sweets, and healthy snacks and make contactless payments with their smartphones directly at the Rewe Snack Mobil.  "Rewe Digital teams with Vodafone on driverless mobile snack kiosk", Food Truck Operator, August 31, 2021, © Networld Media Group

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FSSAI”s Approach To Healthier Snacks And Sweets Is Two-Pronged August 31, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Eat Right Movement of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, which originally focused on reducing sugars, sodium, and saturated fats in snacks and candy, is now promoting immunity boosting ingredients. The relatively recent emphasis emerged during the pandemic, and now India’s food companies are adding healthy ingredients such as whole grains, vegetables, and micronutrients to their products, including children's foods. An example is Lil' Goodness, a children’s food and nutrition brand that is targeting deficiencies of vitamins B, C, D, zinc, calcium, Iron, protein, as well as an excess of unhealthy fats and carbs. The company’s product lines include savory snacks (multigrain puffs, veggie crackers made with real veggies) and sweet snacks such as prebiotic chocolates.  Nandita Vijay, Bengaluru, "Snacks and sweets take a healthy twist as Eat Right Movement gains importance during pandemic", Food And Beverage News, August 31, 2021, © Food And Beverage News

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The Evolving Consumer Behaviors Driving Food And Beverage Innovation August 27, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Food processing corporation Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) has identified five key consumer health and wellness trends that are driving innovation and creating opportunities for food, beverage, and supplement companies. At the root of the evolving trends in health and wellness is the pandemic, which has transformed the way consumers perceive holistic health and well-being. The key trends are: renewed motivation to improve individual health and wellness; emergence of a holistic approach to managing the mind-body connection; the rise of tailored nutrition that supports personal health and wellness goals; increased emphasis on a proactive perspective on immunity; and the emergence of “purposeful indulgence” as the new “permissible indulgence.” “Consumer focus on sustaining health and wellness through nutrition may likely become an enduring behavioral change, even after the global pandemic is over,” ADM says. Eric Schroeder, "ADM identifies shifting consumer behaviors reshaping innovation", Bakemag.com, August 27, 2021, © SOSLAND PUBLISHING COMPANY

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Blanco Niño Expands Into U.K., Scandinavia August 27, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Following a spurt of growth triggered by the pandemic, the Clonmel, Ireland-based tortilla and tortilla chip producer has forged partnerships in the U.K. with retail outlets including Ocado and Daylesford Farm, and is working with wholesale distributors Cotswold Fayre, Auguste Noel, and Holleys. In Sweden, the company has partnered with House of Liquids. The company’schips are sold by 360 retailers in Ireland and counting. Blanco Niño tortilla chips come in Lightly Salted, Chilli & Lime, and Ancient Grain flavors. They are gluten free, vegan friendly and contain no preservatives or additives, and made with non-GMO whole corn. Mark Murphy, "Blanco Niño Expands into U.K. and Nordic Markets", FFT (Restaurants Association of Ireland), August 27, 2021, © Business Post Media Group

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Tasty Awards Honors Tomato Jerky Snack From Bella Sun Luci August 27, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Chico, Calif.-based company’s Plant-Based Tomato Jerky: Teriyaki & Cracked Pepper was named the Top Artisan Plant-Based/Vegan Jerky of the year by Tasty Awards, which are intended to “recognize and support the creators of fantastic products.” Bella Sun Luci’s plant-based snack went up against jerkies from around the world in the tasting competition. The company noted that this award is an honor to receive for a small, women-owned business that makes health-minded snacks. The California-grown tomatoes are halved, sun-dried, infused with flavor while marinating, then dried again. The company’s products are available at Costco, Safeway, Walmart, Albertsons, SUPERVALU, and online through Amazon. Lilian Diep, "Bella Sun Luci Wins Tasty Award for Plant-Based Tomato Jerky; Mary Mooney Discusses", andnowuknow.com, August 27, 2021, © andnowuknow.com

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New Kerry Microapp Will Help Private Labels Fine-Tune Snack Marketing August 26, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Irish taste and nutrition company’s research shows there are ample opportunities in the snack marketplace for grocery and private retail labels to plant their product flags. The company created what it says is an “easy-to-navigate online microapp” designed to provide information about its research results and identify the opportunities shaping the private label snacks space. The “Seizing the Private Label Snack Category” microapp allows users to explore product packaging examples and reveals the claims and ingredients that resonate with various consumer types. Insights related specifically to snacks provide direct guidance on tackling snack product innovation. For example, private label consumers comprise two key groups: “adventure seekers” (novel flavors) and “practical traditionalists” (tried-and-true flavors). Elizabeth Green, "Kerry’s microapp delves into emerging opportunities in private label snacks", Food Ingredients First, August 26, 2021, © CNS Media BV

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Celebrity Chef Launches Lifestyle/Wellness Brand, Raises $2.2M August 26, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Restaurateur, chef, television host, and entrepreneur Michael Chernow has raised $2.2 million to launch Kreatures of Habit, a lifestyle and wellness brand whose goal is to help people establish healthy habits. Investor Gary Vaynerchuk, who led the funding round, was joined by a group of entrepreneurs, media executives, and professional sports figures. Chernow is targeting the $3.3 billion pre-packed oats market with a direct-to-consumer instant oatmeal called The PrOATagonist, a gluten and allergen-free meal containing oats, protein, vitamins and minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids in three flavors. The PrOATagonist comes in a box of seven for $34, and can be obtained via a monthly subscription of $33. The new funds will be spent on marketing and new product development. Christine Hall, "Celebrity chef Michael Chernow whips up new lifestyle brand, Kreatures of Habit, raises $2.2M", Tech Crunch, August 26, 2021, © Verizon Media

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Rule Breaker Snacks Enters Delivery Service Channel August 26, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Needham, Mass.-based maker of vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free snacks has partnered with CloudRetail to provide its products through delivery services such as ChowNow, DoorDash, Postmates, and UberEats. Distribution will begin in markets in the west and south, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, Calif.; Tempe, Ariz.; and Austin, Texas, "Rule Breaker Snacks Expands Distribution With CloudRetail", KTVN News, August 26, 2021, © KTVN

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Mr. Favourite Plantain Chips To Enter U.S. Market August 25, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The London, Ont.-based maker of vegan, gluten-free, and trans fat-free plantain snack chips says its products will soon be available in the U.S. A type of banana, plantains are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Mr. Favourite’s chips come in Chili Garlic, Sour Cream and Onion, and regular varieties. "100 Percent Vegan, Gluten-Free, Trans Fat-Free Plantain Chips are the Perfect Snack for You!", Globe Newswire , August 25, 2021, © GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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Market For Healthy Functional Snacks Broadens August 24, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The elderly and “ultra-health-conscious” are no longer the only drivers of demand for healthy functional snacks, according to a recent Glanbia Nutritionals-sponsored survey of 2,001 British consumers. With post-pandemic healthy eating on the rise, and better nutritional information available to all consumers, the demand for the ultimate functional snacks increasing among a wider array of snack buyers. Key data from the survey: younger generations (in particular, 25-34-year-olds) demand high-protein snacks; 43 percent of Baby Boomers prefer foods to be made with simple, real ingredients; 43 percent of Gen Z prefer to have something labelled as “no preservatives, artificial ingredients, high fructose corn syrup, or trans fats;” and “conscious indulgence” is on the rise, with healthy, clean label chocolate fudge brownies and peanut butter cups “the top two preferred flavors.” Gill Hyslop, "Creating snacks to combat the age-old longevity challenge and other health issues", BakeryAndSnacks.com, August 24, 2021, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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India’s The Whole Truth Raises Nealy $6 Million In 2nd Funding Round August 24, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Bengaluru-based clean label health food brand’s new financing round, its second, was led by Sequoia Capital and included existing backers along with eight angel investors. Matrix is the largest stakeholder among investors with 20.17 percent while Sequoia picked up 10.37 percent by leading the round. According to Fintrackr’s estimate, The Whole Truth has been valued at $27.5 million (post-money) in the Series A round. The company positions itself as a healthy and clean snack brand with a portfolio of protein bars, immunity balls, and muesli. The company offers subscriptions and claims to have 80-85 percent sales through its website and remaining from partnerships with gyms and health clubs. Harsh Upadhyay & Gaurav Tyagi , "Sequoia leads Series A round in snack brand The Whole Truth", Entrackr, August 24, 2021, © Bareback Media Pvt. Ltd.

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Ancient Provisions Creates Cheesy Crackers With Banana Flour, No Dairy August 23, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Los Angeles-based company’s mission to produce snacks that are wholesome, delicious, and vegan led to the development of Cheddar Cheezish Gluten-Free Crackers. The cheese flavor of the crackers was created without dairy, and no wheat flour was used. The crackers are crafted with green banana flour, cassava flour, sunflower oil, and a blend of spices. They are allergen-free and gut healthy, thanks to the banana flour, which is made from bruised or slightly damaged green bananas. The crackers are available online and at select grocers in 1-4 oz boxes starting at $1.75. LeVar Thomas, "Ancient Provisions Cheddar Cheezish Crackers Are an A+ Snack For Fall", stupidDOPE, August 23, 2021, © stupidDOPE

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Nestlé Upgrades Singapore R&D Operations August 23, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Swiss company’s upgrade of the Singapore R&D facilities marks the 40-year anniversary of the center, which has played a key role in developing innovative products and technologies for South East Asia and beyond for both Nestlé's retail and out-of-home business. The R&D center has contributed to the innovation of coffee mixes, powdered beverages such as Milo, culinary products, plant-based foods & beverages and ice-cream. The center also supports the development of plant-based meal solutions for both retail and out-of-home for the Harvest Gourmet brand.  "Nestlé expands R&D facilities in Singapore, marking 40-year anniversary", Nestlé , August 23, 2021, © Nestlé

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British Pub Snack Preferences Swing Toward – Olives And Halloumi Fries? August 22, 2021: 12:00 AM EST A study by a British mobile app for order table service found that sales of traditional pub snacks have plummeted as consumers turned to healthier eats since the start of the pandemic. According to an analysis of 1.5 million pub orders by the ServedUp app, sales of pickled onions, salted peanuts, Mini Cheddars, and prawn cocktail crisps have sagged while sales of olives, halloumi fries, cashews, and popcorn have soared. Purchase of healthier baked crisps rose by 23 percent compared to before the pandemic, cashew nuts by 20 percent, popcorn by 12 percent, gourmet flavored crisps by 16 percent, and olives by eight percent. Mike Wright, "Olives and halloumi fries replacing peanuts and crisps as Britain's top bar snacks", telegraph.co.uk, August 22, 2021, © Telegraph Media Group Limited

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Popularity Of Protein-Based Foods And Beverages Persists August 20, 2021: 12:00 AM EST An executive at Irish taste and nutrition company Kerry says foods naturally rich in protein (e.g., yogurt) as well as foods that have been fortified with protein continue to sell well. New protein-based product launches increased 12 percent from 2018 to 2020. Among the trends driving the popularity of protein: heightened focus on nutrition and health during the pandemic; increased sensitivity to sustainability, climate change, and the environment; increased popularity of protein foods among mainstream consumers; and increased development of new protein sources. The demand for high protein snacks has significantly increased, driven by consumers seeking “better for you” convenient snacks. A lot of innovation has focused on clean-label snack formulations, with natural claims important in the protein bar category. Jim Cornall, "A dive into high protein trends, claims and applications", DairyReporter.com, August 20, 2021, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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Canada’s Simply Better Brands Closes Acquisition Of Tru Brands August 19, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The acquisition adds the Tru Brands line of dessert-inspired protein bars to the Vancouver-based plant-based food and beverage company’s portfolio. Founded in 2018 under the female-led parent company TruWomen, Tru Brands snacks are sold online and at U.S. retailers, including Target, Costco, Whole Foods, and Fresh Thyme. Their protein bars are made with plant-based ingredients such as cassava, cacao, and brown rice protein, and are certified vegan, gluten-free and kosher, as well as dairy and soy-free, non-GMO verified, and free of sugar alcohols. "Simply Better Brands Corp. Closes the Acquisition of ‘TRUBAR’ Nutrition Brand Adding to Its Plant-Based Wellness Portfolio", GlobeNewswire, August 19, 2021, © GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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Country Archer Provisions Puts Down Roots In Plant-Based Snacks August 19, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The San Bernardino, Calif-based meat snack maker is entering the plant-based category with a new line of plant-based jerky made with whole slices of King Oyster mushrooms. According to the company, the mushrooms have fibers with a similar look, tear and chew to traditional jerky. Certified soy- and gluten-free, the plant-based jerky contains three grams of fiber per serving and comes in spiced bacon, barbecue, and teriyaki flavors. Country Archer’s plant-based jerky retails for $7.99 per 2-oz bag and is available online and at Sprouts stores. It will roll out to Whole Foods Market stores nationwide in October. Rebekah Schouten, "Country Archer unveils plant-based mushroom jerky", Food Business News, August 19, 2021, © SOSLAND PUBLISHING COMPANY

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First SunChips Ads In Four Years Hope To Rejuvenate The Brand August 19, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The “Be Your Own Wave” campaign theme – a play on the Frito-Lay whole-grain snack’s rippled  shape – urges younger consumers to embrace their individuality. Developed by the Marketing Arm agency (Omnicom Group) after extensive consumer research, the first 30-second spot focuses on artists who’ve had a tough time during the pandemic. The concept will be expanded to “more and more real-life consumers” eventually. For now, the campaign uses only digital media. Steve Ellwanger, "SunChips Promotes Individuality With 'Be Your Own Wave' Campaign ", Marketing Daily, August 19, 2021, © MediaPost Communications

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Munchy’s Debuts Cream Cracker That Supports Immunity August 19, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Available in three flavors, the Malaysia-based Munchy’s Crackers Plus is enriched with 10 nutrients including vitamins B and C, and minerals Selenium and Zinc, which can help support the body’s immune system. Munchy’s Malaysia says the demand for healthier, more nutritious snacks is growing steadily. The crackers are available in Original High Calcium, High Protein Chia Seeds and High Fiber Whole Grain flavors, priced at $1.14 (300g) and $2.59 (700g). "Snack healthy to boost immunity", The Sun Daily, August 19, 2021, © Sun Media Corporation Sdn. Bhd

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MadeGood Launches “Un-wreck The Future” Promotional Campaign August 18, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Vaughan, Ont.-based BFY snack company, which is launching a brand platform “enlisting the optimism of youth,” is unveiling a promotional campaign, running in Canada and the U.S., aimed at “tackling issues that will make a healthier, safer, and more equitable future.” A two-minute “Un-wreck The Future” anchor spot features kids inspired by news reports to do something to make the future less bleak. They settle on food insecurity, the focus of the platform’s first year. The campaign message is that even though there are no easy answers – 1.7 million Canadians and 42 million Americans face food insecurity – it is welcoming any and all ideas from people who are invested in making the future better. The campaign was led by Broken Heart Love Affair agency, with Sister agency Lifelong Crush handling digital, the Hype agency supporting PR in Canada, Coast handling PR in the U.S., and Epitaph handling the media buy. Josh Kolm, "MadeGood launches first brand platform to ‘un-wreck the future’", Strategy Online, August 18, 2021, © Brunico Communications Ltd

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Eat Makhana Introduces New Flavor Of Dairy-Free Lily Seed Snacks August 18, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The San Mateo, Calif.-based lily seed snack company’s new Spicy Vegan Queso Lily Seeds target snackers who want dairy-free cheesy, crunchy, and spicy treats. The new variant of popped water lily seeds, known as makhana in Hindi, are flavored with jalapeno, cayenne pepper, and paprika. All Eat Makhana snacks contain the anti-aging bioflavonoid kaempferol, have 50 percent more protein and 65 percent less fat than popcorn, making them “an antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory food,” according to the company. The snacks are also vegan, corn-free, non-GMO, and free of nuts, gluten, sugar, or any sort of preservatives.   "Eat Makhana unveils Spicy Vegan Queso Lily Seed Pops, the newest addition to its growing nutritious snacks", MarketWatch, August 18, 2021, © MarketWatch, Inc.

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General Mills Tells Parents: Cereals Do Deliver A Healthy Breakfast August 17, 2021: 12:00 AM EST With breakfast cereal sales declining steadily in recent years – though growth projections have been rosier lately, thanks to the impact of the pandemic – the Battle Creek, Mich.-based company surveyed parents and found that many feel guilty about feeding their kids breakfast cereals thinking they’re sort of a nutritional cop out. In fact, the company says, nutrient-dense eating can and should include foods – i.e., breakfast cereals – that are accessible and affordable to all. “In reality, a bowl of cereal is hard to beat when it comes to nutrient density.” Especially, the company says, a bowl of one of the nutrient-dense options from General Mills Big G Cereals: Cheerios, Fiber One, Chex, etc. Guilt-free parenting can be easy after all. "General Mills Uses New Data to Launch 'Good Is Good Enough' Campaign to Remove Parental Guilt Associated With Nutritious Eating", Business Wire, August 17, 2021, © Business Wire, Inc.

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Environmental Benefits Of Upcycling Are Real – And The Snacks Are Good, Too August 17, 2021: 12:00 AM EST Companies that produce upcycled snacks – made with food production by-products otherwise bound for landfills – claim they’re helping the environment by reducing food waste and creating products with less power, water, and other carbon-heavy resources. Nutritionist and writer Ariane Resnick says her research found the claims mostly true. In the process, she discovered a few upcycled snacks and food products that she really liked. Among these are: CaPao’s fruit and nut bites made from cacao fruit left over after chocolate processing; Fast Company’s high-fiber, gluten-free flours, baking mixes. and snacks made with the by-products of plant-based milk processing; Renewal Mill’s okara flour made from the leftovers from soy milk production; and Pulp Pantry’s fiber-rich chips made from the pulp left over after fruits and vegetables are juiced. Ariane Resnick, CNC , "Are Upcycled Snacks Having Any Impact On Food Waste? We Investigate", Byrdie , August 17, 2021, © Byrdie is part of the Dotdash publishing

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General Mills Adds To Yop Potable Yogurt Line August 17, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The company has added a coloring-free chocolate flavor to the range sold in the U.K., which also includes strawberry and raspberry flavors targeted at teens.  as part of the Yop range, the new offering is free from colorings and is said to be great for portion control on the go. According to the company, Yop sales have increased by 12.6 percent, boosting household penetration by 72.6 percent. With an RRP of $2.74, Yop Chocolate is sold in Asda stores in four-packs.  Antonia Garrett Peel, "General Mills unveils new chocolate drinkable yogurt", FoodBev Media, August 17, 2021, © FoodBev Media Ltd

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“Click For Snack Delivery” Remains Strong Trend As Pandemic Wanes August 17, 2021: 12:00 AM EST A report from PepsiCo and Chinese on-demand delivery and retail platform Dada Group acknowledges growth in ecommerce but says the pandemic has been the real catalyst in driving home delivery sales. That trend is still strong: the number of Chinese consumers preferring to “click” to have goods delivered directly to their home continues to grow, creating real opportunities for retailers and brand owners to attract new customers, as well as repeated orders. Snacks in particular are enjoying a real boost through ecommerce, with JDDJ reporting a 91 percent growth of snack sales in 2020. Snack buyers come from all channels, all scenarios, and all regions. And their tastes range from everyday treats to the most eclectic, like mango-flavored chocolate and sauerkraut-flavored potato chips.  Gill Hyslop, "The five major trends motivating the ecommerce snack customer in China", BakeryAndSnacks.com, August 17, 2021, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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British Company Boundless Raises Cash, Launches Sorghum Snacks August 17, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The four-year-old U.K.-based “activated” snacking brand raised $1.4 million from angel investors and others to expand its healthy snacks business, which includes a range of high-protein, gluten-free nut and seed mixes. The company’s FAB (flood, activate, bake) method involves soaking the nuts and seeds in salt water to kick-start germination before “activating” them by drawing out hard-to-digest phytic acid. The products are then baked at a low temperature. This month the company will debut two new snacks made from sprouted sorghum. The new funding will be spent primarily on overseas marketing, working on in-store sampling and virtual trade shows, and social media campaigns. Niamh Leonard-Bedwell, "Boundless adds Activated Chips duo to bagged snacks offering", The Grocer, August 17, 2021, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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Awakened Foods Gets Cash Injection To Fund Marketing Of New Products August 16, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The Colorado-based holding company created this year through the merger of Ka-Pop Snacks (sorghum-based) and Bubba’s Fine Foods (paleo and keto) said it has received “a significant investment” from Clover Vitality, an Evanston, Ill.-based venture capital and growth equity firm focused on emerging food and beverage companies. Awakened Foods’ portfolio companies also include Awakened Food Crafters, a co-manufacturer and private-label business. The company is not disclosing the investment amount or whether Clover had taken a stake in the business, but says it represents “meaningful progress toward our total raise amount.”  The funds will be used to support marketing campaigns and to fuel more 20 new products that have, or will launch, this year. Simon Harvey, "Ka-Pop, Bubba s snacks owner Awakened Foods backed by investor", just-food global news, August 16, 2021, © just-food.com

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Breakfast Cereals Tick A Lot Of Boxes As They Cater To Consumer Preferences August 16, 2021: 12:00 AM EST The growth of non-cereal breakfast categories – frozen, refrigerated, bagels, pastry/doughnuts, etc. – is outpacing the growth of cereals. But a number of seemingly conflicting benefits – cost-effectiveness, functional health, better-for-you, clean label, indulgence, nostalgia – could fuel category growth during the coming year. Yes, consumers are more motivated to try a new cereal with claims of reduced sugar, added protein, added fiber, and nutrient-dense ingredients. However, industry watchers say there’s still room for some indulgence in the category – think Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies cereal, Post’s Dunkin-inspired cereals, General Mills’ Dunkaroos Cereal, and Kellogg’s Special K Dipped Chocolatey Almond. A key factor driving their success is familiarity of flavors that hark back to their childhood breakfast tables. Barbara Sax , "How Can the Cereal Aisle Reclaim Breakfast?", Progressive Grocer, August 16, 2021, © EnsembleIQ

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