Study Reveals the Protein Snack Phenomenon is Racing Through the $126B Snacking Market – and Consumers Want More

March 18, 2025 Chomps

Despite this gap, protein-forward snacks are outpacing the overall snacking category 3x in growth within the $126 billion snacking industry, with protein snacks accounting for $24 billion—yet the retail landscape and product innovation pipeline have struggled to keep pace with shifting consumer habits.

Confectionery Sales Break Records, Surpass $54 Billion in 2024

Across the board, consumers are concerned about the price of groceries, which has led to widespread shifts in food and beverage spending. However, 98 percent of shoppers reported that they had purchased confectionery products at some point in 2024, demonstrating that they continue to leave room in their budgets for treats like chocolate and candy that enhance special moments.

CheeseCon Ideas Showcase Delivers Concise Insights on Hot Topics

This year, Ideas Showcase speakers will focus on food safety, automation, equipment innovations, regulatory compliance, process improvement, and more. Presentations will take place Wednesday, April 16 on CheeseCon’s 75,000-square-foot exhibit floor. 

January Beef Exports Above Year-Ago; Pork Trends Modestly Lower

Strong value increases were also achieved in other key markets, including Taiwan, the Caribbean, Central America and the ASEAN. Exports of beef variety meat were the largest in nearly two years, led by larger shipments to Mexico, Egypt, Canada and China/Hong Kong.

Datassential Named Preferred Menu Insights Partner for 2 Influential Chef and Culinary Associations

March 13, 2025 Datassential

Datassential is proud to announce their formal partnership with the International Corporate Chefs Association (ICCA) and the Global Culinary Innovators Association (GCIA) to be their exclusive preferred menu insights partner. This collaboration will provide ICCA and GCIA members with unparalleled access to cutting-edge menu insights and trend forecasting to drive innovation and success across the restaurant industry.