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Meals 2026: Occasions, Needs and Constraints
Traditional meal structures are giving way to a complex balancing act between time, cost and competing needs. Meals 2026 will provide a systematic view…
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In recent years, the digital food landscape has focused largely on novelty and inspiration: helping consumers discover new products, recipes and trends.…
Live Q&A: Inside the Digital Food Culture Gap
This webinar explored how consumers want technology to fit into their everyday food experiences, with experts breaking down key behaviors, expectations, and…
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The webinar shares highlights from primary qualitative and quantitative research conducted by Hartman Group and sponsored by Perfect Day and Cargill, which…
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Learn moreNEW STUDY—MODERN BEVERAGE CULTURE 2023
From quenching thirst to nourishment to celebration, beverages play an important role in consumers' lives. The Hartman Group’s Modern Beverage…
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