Snacks and confectionery
Exclusive From trade disputes to packaging laws – the trends shaping the US strawberry industry in 2026
The US strawberry market benefits from strong supply and steady demand, but trade uncertainty, packaging regulation, and seasonal influences could shape dynamics in 2026.
Exclusive California pistachio market outlook to 2030: Entering a more balanced growth phase
California pistachios are entering a more balanced growth phase, with slower acreage expansion, steadier production, stronger export demand, and a firmer price outlook.
Functional and future-proof: The biggest sweets and snack trends from ISM 2026
ISM 2026 showed how sweets and snacks are adapting to shifting consumer expectations, with functional claims, new formats, and evolving ingredients shaping the category.
Exclusive Beyond the bean: Big chocolate explores cocoa-free pathways
Cocoa prices have eased, but risks remain. Big chocolate turns to cocoa-free innovation – fermentation, upcycling, and lab-grown cocoa – for resilience.
Exclusive Every bite counts: GLP-1s and the future of food
Weight-loss medications are driving new food trends. Companies that innovate – focusing on satiety, wellness, and mindful indulgence – can meet emerging consumer needs.
Exclusive An all-American approach toward defining ultra-processed foods
The unfolding efforts to define ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in the US are set to significantly reshape the regulatory and commercial landscape for food manufacturers,