Hormel Foods is predicting eight food trends for 2021. "It's no surprise that comfort food, sourdough bread and whipped coffee had big moments this past year, as people hunkered down and spent more time at home than ever before," says Heather Vossler, director of innovation and insights at Hormel Foods. "What's interesting is that as we all eagerly look ahead to the fresh start of a new year, we're seeing people still wanting that comfort and nostalgia, but also on a more elevated and focused level, as individuals continue seeking inspired, yet familiar, food choices."
Gen Z respondents indicated they are more likely to try a food grown with technology (77%) and are more comfortable overall with the use of technology to grow food (71%).
November 5, 2019
Gen Z—the newest generation of food consumers with purchasing power—is more open to food technology than older generations, according to new research from Ketchum, New York.
Called the "Siri for brands," Suzy is a consumer intelligence platform that unlocks critical consumer insights to help organizations make better and more informed decisions—faster.
March 22, 2019
Suzy, New York, asked U.S. consumers where they are most likely to first hear about the latest in healthy food trends.
This segment of more food-aware, food-involved consumers now represents 62% of Americans across all demographics and geographies.
October 25, 2018
A new research study released by Fogelson & Co., Brooklyn, N.Y., reveals a new and increasingly influential category of Americans—the food-connected consumer (FCC).
A broad array of technological innovations will make it easier to acquire and consume foods and beverages tailored to today’s consumer’s specific food needs, speeds and philosophies.
January 4, 2018
The food market will experience rapid evolution in 2018, according to sector experts at MSL, Seattle, Wash.
According to the poll, 91% of Canadians think food insecurity is a persistent problem in Canada, a problem that 41% believe has worsened in the last decade.
June 19, 2017
Many Canadians have food insecurity on their minds, according to an Ipsos poll on food insecurity, health and poverty commissioned by Community Food Centres Canada.
Plant-based proteins will continue to increase in popularity, as will flexitarian and vegan options.
January 10, 2017
Ketchum, New York, launched its inaugural survey of nutrition experts to understand what topics, ingredients and dishes would shape the year ahead in food.