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In the snack market, securing a place in daily routines is an opportunity to gain consumer allegiance in a market where consumers are less loyal in purchasing.

3 Trends Driving Snacking Innovation in 2023

The September 2023 editor's note by Jenna Troyli.

The macro-trends were validated and future-proofed with the help of leading experts and futurists from the food and beverage industry.

Givaudan FlavourVision Report Names 5 Consumer Trends Offering White Space in F&B

Registration is now open for Flavorcon 2023!

Graeter's Ice Cream Returns to Flavorcon

Attendees will have access to the inside scoop on plant-based market and snacking trends.

Euromonitor and Spate Tackle Trends at Flavorcon 2023

Attendees will have access to the inside scoop on plant-based market and snacking trends.

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Scentys is Innovating in Home Fragrance with an Eye to Sustainability

Scentys is Innovating in Home Fragrance with an Eye to Sustainability

Scentys has been innovating and pushing the boundaries of the fragrance diffusion market since 2004. Starting with the fragrance capsule technology it patented, the French firm propose new and innovative solutions made with new materials.

4 Fresh Flavor Trend Reports on Beverage, Natural Extracts and Alternative Protein Markets

Discover trend reports from T. Hasegawa, Treatt and ADM.

Givaudan's Customer Foresight is said to be able to identify early indications about impending, future shifts that will impact the food and beverage industry.

Mintel and Givaudan Launch AI Foresight Flavor Platforms

Understand the nuances of these two novel artificial intelligence-based platforms.

Tracy Gorman, insight executive, said, 'Health and wellness is the biggest global mega trend ever seen and is morphing from a trend to a way of life. Consumers demand natural ingredients and are scrutinizing labels like never before, so we wanted to showcase the naturals market, how trends are evolving and how our high-quality natural extracts and ingredients meet the expectations of beverage consumers.”

Treatt Releases Natural Extracts Report

The report shares insight into the global natural extracts market.

“Creating a sustainable and secure food system that addresses the sensory experience, nutrition and accessibility is vital to supporting the needs of people around the world,” said Leticia Gonçalves, president, Global Foods, ADM.

4 Factors Driving the Future of Alternative Protein

“Understanding current consumer needs, anticipating future trends, fostering industry collaboration and investing in advanced technologies is crucial for developing and innovating a protein arena that prioritizes both people and the planet."

More than half of all millennials in a Mintel survey agreed that they seek out more drinks, flavors or ingredients they like after initial discovery, providing an opportunity for brands to capitalize on momentum.

6 Key Trends Driving Innovation in the Non-Alcoholic Beverages Market

Fifty-one percent of consumers agree that when they discover a drink they like, they seek out more, indicating how momentum works within this space.

The public perception of cannabidiol is positive, with 64% of American respondents thinking cannabidiol is helpful, according to a Delvens survey.

Global Cannabidiol Market to Reach $4.14B by 2030

Cannabidiol, along with other cannabinoids and terpenoids, will eventually be accepted as a component of standard consumer goods in the medium to long term.

Consumers are most likely to choose snacks to meet emotional needs, with over two-thirds choosing snacks for relaxing and to satisfy a craving.

7 Flavor Trend Reports Covering Snacking, Functional Ingredients, Biotech and More

Don't miss the latest insights on the confectionery trends and consumer demands for low-to-no alcohol products.

Nearly half of consumers in a recent Mintel survey wanted to see juices/smoothies featuring functional ingredients/claims.

9 Emerging Flavor Trends in the Functional Ingredients Category

According to Mintel research, 85% of U.S. consumers indicate they currently eat or drink products that contain functional ingredients—often daily.