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Modern macronutrients: A strategic guide to ingredient opportunities
The way consumers think about nutrition labels is changing fast. In our latest white paper, we explore how shifting health priorities, diverse cultural…
Behind-the-scenes of “Health & Wellness 2025”
Vitality and longevity have emerged as twin objectives in today’s wellness culture. As average lifespans increase and wellness ideals evolve, the focus…
Health & Wellness 2025: The Interplay of Vitality and Longevity
As wellness takes on an increasingly diverse meaning, consumers seek more than just immediate benefits: they aspire for better quality of life for a longer…
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Case study: Informed snacking insights
When you need quick answers to strategic questions, there’s no time to waste on RFPs, team introductions and project ramp-up. Through a Hartman…
Learn moreIdeas in Food 2024
Ideas in Food details over a dozen concepts we see developing into trends over the next 3-5 years and explains the cultural context and implications behind…
Learn morePOV: Innovation isn’t about creativity
The mantra “fail fast, fail often” highlights the demand for speedy innovation in today’s food and beverage marketplace. The pressure…
Learn moreThe Gen Z values compass
While technology and societal changes provide a powerful backdrop to Gen Z’s worldviews, it is their core values of authenticity, social empathy, and…
Learn moreLately, we’ve been snacking on…
As we exit a celebratory season that involves plenty of appetizing, grazing, and treating, we’re reminded again just how prevalent snacking is in…
Learn moreNew report published: Your guidebook to Gen Z and Alpha
For the last few months, our team has been busy in the field, having in-depth conversations with young consumers (and their parents) and probing into new…
Learn moreKey insights from 2023
2023 is almost in the rear-view mirror — where has the time gone? While some trends might get left behind, there a few insights not to lose sight…
Learn moreEating in the digital age: Gen Z's social approach to food
Brands, retailers and manufacturers are eager to capture the attention of Gen Z consumers, and it’s easy to see that technology offers major potential…
Learn moreTaste of Tomorrow: Navigating Food through the Eyes of Gen Z and Alpha
“Taste of Tomorrow: Navigating Food Through the Eyes of Gen Z and Gen Alpha 2023” deciphers the influences that mold these consumers’ worldviews…
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