Overall, the report revealed a maintained interest in snacking that continues to increase.

Gluten-free cookie company REAL Cookies is launching Cookie Poppers — mini versions of the company’s full-size cookies, targeted at on-the-go snacking occasions.

Amazi partners directly with farmers and small businesses in Uganda to produce its line of snacks, supporting economic development in one of the world’s poorest nations while tapping into its flavorful bounty of tropical fruits.

Nuts and dried fruit processor John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. has acquired the Just the Cheese brand from Specialty Cheese Company, Inc., Reeseville, Wis.

In the baking and snack industries, trends constantly evolve. While some endure, others fall out of favor and still others merge with something else to create a new combination. Consumers are seeking and gobbling up new, fun and flavorful goodies.

Recent launches from these three dips and spreads brands are on par with 2023 trends.

Ithaca Hummus has launched Ithaca Squeeze, on-the-go pouches of hummus for kids.

Fresh Cravings partnered with Sarah Tracey, sommelier and founder of New York-based The Lush Life, to create videos on Instagram showcasing wine and other food pairings with Fresh Cravings products.

Ahead of SNAXPO 2023, SNAC International will host a webinar helping startup snack brands promote themselves and build connections within the industry. 

Healthy snack specialist Crispy Green has named Eric Shellenback chief operating officer.