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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…
Food and Technology 2026: The Digital Food Culture Gap
Digital food culture is accelerating—and so are the tensions shaping consumer trust, aspiration and action. “Food and Technology 2026” delivers a…
Gather around: Inside the growth potential of social eating occasions
Social occasions are an underutilized opportunity in modern food culture which is frequently focused on catering to hyper-individualized functional needs.…
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At first glance, the “big picture” of how American adults eat has remained largely steady over the past year. But beneath the surface, generational…
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The way consumers think about nutrition labels is changing fast. In our latest white paper, we explore how shifting health priorities, diverse cultural…
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Learn morePreview: 2026 syndicated report bundle
We field four syndicated research studies each year, focusing on topics that are timely and relevant to companies across the food and beverage industry:…
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Vitality and longevity have emerged as twin objectives in today’s wellness culture. As average lifespans increase and wellness ideals evolve, the focus…
Learn moreCan grocery delivery overcome consumer scrutiny in the age of inflation?
Grocery delivery has navigated a tumultuous journey since its heyday in 2020, enjoying significant investments while grappling with consumer expectations.…
Learn moreTrading up, not trading off: Premium benefits of modern convenience
As the days get longer and travel plans ramp up, consumers will be searching for convenient food and beverage options that make life on-the-go a little…
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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…
Learn moreReport published: “Health & Wellness 2025”
“Vitality is more about the short burst, the performance of our immediate daily lives. It’s the 10 K race, right? But longevity, that's the marathon.…
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