The RTD beverage landscape looks radically different from just a decade ago. Soda sales are slowing while water sales are growing, and terms like “craft,” “cold brew,” and “natural energy” have gone mainstream, largely due to Millennials, who continue to drive growth in RTD beverages. And most notably, healthy is becoming an expectation of RTD beverage consumers.
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Meatless "Meat" Trends for 2021
InsightPlant-based meats got an unexpected boost last year when meat shortages forced consumers to explore alternatives. Taste, variety, and sustainability have kept them coming back for more. See how plant-based meats will ride the wave into 2021!
How to Make Your Limited-Time Offers Sparkle
Featured ContentFrom Kellogg’s Unicorn Froot Loops to Pringles Thanksgiving Dinner-Flavored Chips to Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars with Glow-in-the-Dark Wrappers, limited-time offers are an exciting and effective way to attract new customers, grow brand awareness, and boost sales. But what’s the secret to making them work? Learn the best practices for creating successful limited-time offers and line extensions—plus the most frequently missed opportunities.
With an impressive 20% growth in 2020, it seems that plant-based milk is solidifying its place in American refrigerators.1 Though almond, soy, and coconut milks are leading the pack, a surge in innovation is keeping consumers engaged—including new ingredients, clever claims, and spin-off products like plant-based whipped creams and new decadent creamers.
This is the year the global eSports market will surpass $1 billion in revenue.1 Prize money is high at the top eSports competitions, and so is viewership. Learn how manufacturers of foods, beverages, and nutritional supplements can tap into this fast-growing market. Here we cover the top eSports events, corporate sponsorship opportunities, and the kinds of products that can support gamers’ unique needs for sustained energy and focus.
Calcium
GuideGot Milk?
If there’s one mineral Americans know a lot about, it’s calcium. Thanks to the long-running “Got Milk?” campaign, we know calcium is important for strong bones and that milk contains plenty of it. So why are Americans falling short on this important nutrient? Learn everything you need to know about calcium and the new FDA regulations that affect calcium labeling.
Spray Drying Guide
GuideSpray dried powders are free-flowing, and are therefore easy to handle and scale in production. Liquid ingredients can be dried and incorporated into powder blends and premixes. Spray drying allows for control over particle size, particle density, flow characteristics, and moisture content of the product.
Nutrients are substances obtained from food and used in our bodies to promote growth, maintenance, and repair. There are six classes of nutrients that our body needs to function: carbohydrates, protein, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals. This guide captures key information on nutrient needs and uses in a condensed easy to use tool.
Potassium
GuideDid you know that the vast majority of Americans are not consuming adequate amounts of potassium? Less than 2% are meeting the recommendations for potassium,1 and the average intake is only 55% of the recommended amount.2