| February 13, 2013 | News for the food, beverage and consumer packaged goods industry |
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- Kellogg brings Pringles into the fold
Kellogg, which purchased Pringles in June, says all flavors and sizes of the snack are available for retailers. "Along with the new UPC and order codes, retailers should expect to see impactful promotions, ongoing communication and continued product innovations," said Kim Belson, senior customer marketing manager for convenience. Convenience Store News
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 | Financing and the latest industry trends
How much will consumer concerns about the overall economy continue to impact commodities? Is the USDA raising or lowering production estimates for 2013? Learn about these key developments, GE Capital's industry financing trends and more. Download GE's latest food & beverage Industry Research Update now. |
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- Hummus is a smash
The increasing popularity of hummus is a contributing factor in the 10.4% growth seen in the refrigerated spreads category for the 52 weeks ending Dec. 2. "The millennials are driving experimentation in the [ethnic food] category, as are parents of children in what’s turned out to be a primary way to show them the world, figuratively if you will," said Jay Jacobowitz, president of Vermont-based consulting group Retail Insights. Supermarket News (free registration)
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- 100% growth seen for coconut water
The top three coconut water brands -- Vita Coco, Zico, and O.N.E. Coconut Water -- doubled their sales between 2011 and 2012, while 100% juice sales declined 3% in the same time period, according to Euromonitor. However, launches have remained stable, with 60 coconut water products entering the market in 2011, and 58 in 2012. BevIndustry.com
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- More adults eat from pouch, but not in public
Companies including Happy Family, Buddy Fruits and GoGo squeeZ are developing food that is packaged in a pouch, for adult snacking on the go. While pouched food is popular with babies and children, the challenge with adults is getting them to eat it without embarrassment. "They feel silly doing it in front of people," said Jeannette Cornell of GoGo squeeZ. The Wall Street Journal
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- "Dancing" star touts Sargento for healthful snacking
Cheryl Burke, two-time winner of "Dancing With the Stars," will appear in a Sargento Foods campaign promoting healthy snacks for women. "Women who are always on the go want snacks that are wholesome, satisfying and convenient," Burke said. She will offer tips for healthful snacking and guide people to the website Snack Smart With Sargento Snacks. Drug Store News
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