In 2022, American consumers are expected to spend an all-time high of 10.6 billion dollars for the Halloween season, according to Statista. This would be an increase of about half a billion dollars from last year.
For many American consumers, fall is all about the beginning of football season. Shoppers will be turning to the deli and prepared foods sections of their local supermarkets for hot food items to enjoy while watching the games and hosting friends. A classic go-to entree for many football fans — and consumers who just enjoy the season for the food — is hot chicken wings.
London-based Pots & Co is a dessert company that makes its desserts in reusable ceramic pots, which can be repurposed as succulent planters, dip bowls, paint pots or a new dish for customers to bake their own desserts.
Dairy alternative beverage brand Califia Farms is gearing up for the fall by introducing a new addition, called Pumpkin Spice Oat Barista, to its portfolio.
One thing the global supply chain and labor situation has driven home is the importance of retailers getting their holiday pie orders in — the sooner the better.
Apples may get a lot of the attention in the fresh fruit world when it comes to new and interesting varieties, but grapes are another category where innovation is par for the course.