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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.…
Claims & Cues 2026: Navigating Category Attributes
In a crowded signal environment, claims, ingredients and packaging cues still guide choice—but they also face rising scrutiny. Claims & Cues: Navigating…
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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Preview: 2027 syndicated report bundle
Here’s a look inside next year’s syndicated research plans:Q1 | Health and Wellness: Pressures and Priorities Today, wellness is shifting focus:…
Learn moreSnacking for optimization
Beyond pure hunger or indulgence, consumers also want snacks that help fuel productivity, maintain focus and power through the day. In fact, 36% of snacking…
Learn moreInside occasion decision and acquisition timeframes
When it comes to food and beverage decision making, we often consider two lines of thinking: spontaneity vs. planning. However, a combination of…
Learn moreThe long uncertain runway of GLP-1s
Is your business prepared for the seismic shifts of a growing GLP-1 user base? GLP-1s: Seizing Opportunity in a New CPG Landscape will equip you with the…
Learn moreRedefining balanced snacking
Snacks continue to play a dominant role in American eating occasions—but culture is shifting. As GLP-1 medications proliferate and appetites evolve, consumers…
Learn moreConsumer map of digital influence
In an increasingly digital food shopping landscape, consumers navigate a complex ecosystem of influence winding through multiple platforms. As a result, the…
Learn moreFiber: The next trend in nutrient maxxing?
Protein has dominated food and beverage innovation in recent years—but no nutrient owns the spotlight forever. Curious how health-related…
Learn moreFrom pairings to the unexpected: What’s driving flavor innovation
Today’s boundary-pushing food and beverage flavors reflect a dynamic history of cultural exchange, access to global ingredients, advances in food science…
Learn moreDigital food culture divide
As consumers scroll through endless recipes, hacks and viral products, they still have to answer the most basic question: “What should I actually buy, cook…
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