With the pandemic driving new interest in healthy eating and more consumers exploring (and enjoying) plant-based protein products during the lockdown, the future looks brighter than ever for manufacturers in the plant-based space. Take a look at some of the most important plant-based protein trends for 2021 and how these address consumers’ needs.

Functional nutrition for mental health is back in the spotlight as consumers deal with the stress and anxiety brought on by the COVID outbreak. Here’s a look at what we know, as well as some of the emerging research on nutrition that supports mental health.

Understanding your target consumers is essential to connecting with them and delivering products that meet their needs.  Here we look at the key differences among generational segments—known as microgenerations—and what this means for food and beverage companies.

Plant-based milks are more popular than ever, with manufacturers offering a steady stream of innovative, tasty, and healthy products to meet this demand. Here’s a look at what’s going on in the plant-based milk category and how these products are appealing to consumers.

We are what we eat ... and nowadays, consumers are not shy when it comes to demanding healthier choices. A continuing megatrend in the food and beverage industry today is to satisfy the consumer-driven need to shift away from artificial colors and flavors, while also meeting expectations for taste and quality.