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The Logic of Food Shopping

This webinar reveals what we’ve learned this year from quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, highlighting the shopper perspective on the most…

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…

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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June 30, 2025 | Article

The state of food shopping in 2025

Marketing smartly to today’s grocery shopper is tricky business, with retailers facing a variety of competing demands:​ Shoppers seek a reliable…

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June 16, 2025 | Article

4 wellness trends your brand should focus on in 2026

As planning season ramps up, many food and beverage companies are revisiting their strategic roadmaps with a renewed focus on health and wellness. The…

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June 02, 2025 | Article

Currents of change: Gen Z and Millennial occasion insights

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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April 14, 2025 | Article

Can 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.…

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March 31, 2025 | Article

Report 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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March 17, 2025 | Article

Dr. Bronner’s bold exit from B Corp

Long known for its unwavering commitment to environmental and social responsibility, Dr. Bronner’s announced that it will not renew its B Corp certification…

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February 20, 2025 | Article

Functional ferments: Talking gut health with Julie O’Brien, CEO of Firefly Kitchens

The gut health craze certainly isn’t new, but there is still a great deal of untapped potential for innovation — especially within the functional food…

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February 13, 2025 | Article

The democratization of premium indulgence

The notion that premium foods and beverages are reserved for a particular class of consumers has faded. Today’s shoppers increasingly seek indulgence…

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January 16, 2025 | Article

Ideas in Food 2025: Spotting what’s next in wellness

From the proliferation of GLP-1 medications to persistent scrutiny of UPFs, movements like “Make America Healthy Again” and the growing interest in…

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