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Snacking 2026: Balancing Purpose and Pleasure
Snacking isn’t merely a way to describe half of all eating occasions—it has become a flexible tool consumers use to navigate daily life. The latest…
The Practical Future of Food Tech
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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More than indulgence: Inside sweet snack priorities
Maybe you’ve already broken open the Halloween candy bags like us, or you’re patiently waiting to snag a few leftovers after next week’s festivities.…
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Concern with rising food prices is more persistent and acutely experienced than with other goods and services — and that’s old news at this point.…
Learn moreThe beauty benefit: more than skin-deep
Healthy skin, nails and hair are no longer seen as mere vanity metrics: they’re visible indicators of internal health. In fact, our latest research finds…
Learn moreInside the organic halo
As the organic movement has evolved, the USDA Organic certification has become a halo for safe, wholesome and responsibly produced food. However, consumers'…
Learn moreInsights under the hood
There’s no substitute for going straight to the source for insights, which is why engaging directly with consumers has always been the hallmark of…
Learn moreHealth benefits: Seeking energy, immunity and beyond
Our new report, Health Benefits 2024, will build on over 20 years of health and wellness insights to provide a fresh perspective on consumer attitudes, priorities…
Learn moreInnovative adventures: Trusting the ideation process
Innovation projects can be both invigorating and daunting. Effective ideation helps you get from point A to point B…with purposeful stops and detours…
Learn morePreview: 2025 syndicated report lineup
Anticipating which trends will dominate the food and beverage industry in the coming years is crucial to staying relevant. However, it’s equally important…
Learn moreAppetite for innovation
With hundreds of new innovations hitting the market every day, consumer demand for new foods and beverages is seemingly endless. In reality, 90% of new…
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