snacking
Popcorn sharing bag scoops two awards at Starpack
An innovative popcorn sharing bag which was developed by leading manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions, Wipak UK, was awarded two bronze stars at the prestigious 2016 Starpack Industry Awards in London last week.
FSS campaign encourages Scots to be snack smart
A healthy eating campaign aimed at encouraging people in Scotland to reduce the number of unhealthy snacks they eat has been launched by Food Standards Scotland (FSS).
Global savoury market set for growth
The global savoury snacks market will rise from €83.9 billion in 2015 to €122.7 billion by 2020, according to Canadean.
Arla to triple business in global beverage market
Arla plans to triple its business outside standard liquid milk in the global beverage market, in an attempt to challenge soft drinks with healthier milk-based alternatives.
Bokomo acquires fruit snacks manufacturer
UK cereal manufacturer Bokomo Foods has acquired Streamfoods Holdings as part of its continuing expansion, following a recent move to larger premises.
Fingers snack pack
Burton’s Biscuits has unveiled a new snack pack concept for its Cadbury Chocolate Fingers range after collaborating with Parkside.
Fruit and nut bars launch
Welsh snack bar manufacturer Brighter Foods is launching the Wild Trail brand in its first move into brand ownership.
Perfect for Snackerz
Bowyers has launched a new Snackerz range with the introduction of snack bags in a choice of three varieties: Mini Egg Bites, Cocktail Sausages and Mini Sausage Rolls.
Round-Up: Shelf Life – Natural Food & Organic Show special
Part of Natural & Organic Products Europe, the Natural Food Show – the UK’s biggest trade event for natural and organic food and drink – returned to London on 17-18 April. Below is a round-up of some of the new products on show this year.
It’s crunch time for granola
Cereal Lovers, a producer of premium granolas has launched a new snacking granola, CrunchTime Nuggets.
Innovation benefits cheese market
The global retail market for cheese returned to its long term growth trend in 2015, rising by an estimated 1% to 11.5 million tonnes, according to a new report from Zenith International.
Summit hears latest dairy trends
Day part targeting, in which brands pitch products for consumption at particular times of the day, and high protein products are two of the key trends currently making a major impact on the dairy sector, reports Canadean.
Health conscious Brits snacking less
UK consumers have cut down on consumption of all snacks over the past year, according to new research from Mintel.
Low calorie relaunch
The Berry Company is relaunching its existing juice and tea range with 40% reduced sugar and calories, in line with a new pack design.