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STATE OF THE INDUSTRY REPORT Flavor Innovation Going Nuts N uts and seeds resonate well with healthconscious consumers because they are plant-based and rich in protein and healthy nutrients. The nuts and seeds categories earned an impressive $4.2 billion in dollar sales, according to IRI for the 52 weeks ending February 21, 2016. Sales of nuts and seeds are fueled by some of the same trends impacting the potato chip category, including spicy flavors like sriracha, as well as sweeter dessert varieties such as salted caramel and maple bacon, according to Canadean's Product Launch Analytics database of new products. Kraft Heinz's popular Planters brand embraced the dessert-inspired flavors to excite consumers. The Chicago-based company recently released its new Banana Sundae Nut Mix with honey roasted peanuts, chocolate candy-covered peanuts, banana chips, and vanilla and strawberry flavored yogurt candy-covered peanuts. Other flavors include Turtle Sundae and Oatmeal Raisin Cookie. Planters also introduced Salted Caramel Peanuts appealing to those who crave the consistently popular salty and sweet combination. Blue Diamond, Sacramento, set tongues on fire with the launch of its Bold Sriracha Almonds. It meets consumer demand for bold and spicy flavors, and the almonds deliver on the healthier snacking option. Blue Diamond catered to coffee lovers with its Oven Roasted 32 Snack World May 2016 www.sfa.org Coffee Almonds, which comes in a Café Mocha flavor. Consumers , especially millennials, want to know where their food comes from and how it is made. In addition, protecting the environment and engaging in sustainable food production is a popular trend as well. Honey Roasted 365 Everyday Value Pollinator Friendly Almonds underscore the importance being placed on preserving nature when choosing how to source ingredients. "This product was quite unique as we are just starting to see companies introduce so-called 'pollinatorfriendly' products, primarily in categories where bees and other pollinators are critical for the finished product," said Tom Vierhile, innovation insights director, Canadean Progressive Digital Media Group. "The idea is to provide a better habitat for pollinators to help fight issues like colony collapse." Sunflower and pumpkin seeds also carry a health halo delivering plant-based protein, vitamins and minerals, and they are a low cholesterol, heart-healthy snacking option. David delivers on hot and spicy trends with Jalapeño Hot Salsa and Chili Lime flavored jumbo sunflower seeds. David also offers Simply Seeds with no artificial flavors or preservatives that are jumbo-sized with simple ingredients and flavors like Black Pepper and Sour Cream & Onion. * http://www.sfa.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Snack World - May 2016

Snack World - May 2016
Table of Contents
LETTER FROM SNAC INTERNATIONAL - SNAC International is Indispensable
NEWS - New SNAC International name recognizes evolving industry
SUPPLIER INSIGHT - Networking Is Key
2016 STATE OF THE INDUSTRY REPORT - At Front and Center Stage
Kudos to the Cast
Indulge and Excite
Maximizing Health, Innovating Style
Delivering on Innovation
Healthy Halo, Devilishly Delicous
Healthy Versatility
Flavor Innovation Going Nuts
The Cheese Alternative
Gone Gourmet
Flaming Hot, Protein-Packed
The Skinny on Popcorn
Keep it Fresh
BUSINESS MEMBER PROFILE - Innovation, New Ventures Continue
ASSOCIATE MEMBER PROFILE - Flexible to the Core
CHAIRMAN PROFILE - New Logo, New Leadership
SNAXPO - Staying Ahead of the Game
PRODUCTS & SERVICES
AD INDEX

Snack World - May 2016