Grace Garwood

Philadelphia

Business Writer at The Food Institute

Writer & editor 📝 Small business enthusiast 😘 Food & beverage focus 🔎

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Down to the Bones: Juicy Marbles' Primal Plant-Based Meat Experience

Aug 13, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Elizabeth Muentes |Grace Garwood

Home>Plant-BasedDown to the Bones: Juicy Marbles’ Primal Plant-Based Meat Experience Slovenian-based vegan meat company Juicy Marbles wants to deliver a “primal eating experience” to its diverse consumer base.
Plant-Based Making Inroads at Breakfast Time

Aug 6, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

In today’s fast-paced world, many consumers seek quick and easy breakfast options that fit into their busy lifestyles. This demand for convenience remains a significant growth driver for markets like breakfast cereal, which projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.62%, during 2024-2029, per Research and Markets. However, more consumers are bypassing these products in favor of fresh, whole foods and alternative options like smoothies, yogurt and protein rich meals.
Plant-Based Sweets and Snacks Enjoying Significant Growth

Jul 30, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

More consumers are seeking out plant-based sweets and snacks, according to a new report from the Plant-Based Food Association (PBFA). Plant-based snacks grew nearly 20% in dollar sales from 2022 to 2023, while chocolate, baked goods, and other desserts also enjoyed a considerable sales lift. But what makes a snack plant-based? Many snack foods and desserts are largely comprised of plant-based ingredients, although not necessarily healthy or better-for-you.
Beyond Meat’s New Sun Sausage “Not Intended to Replicate Meat"

Jul 23, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

Today, Beyond Meat debuted Beyond Sun Sausage, a “first-of-its-kind innovation,” made with a blend of fruits, vegetables and legumes. The new product was not created to replicate animal meat of any kind, marking a new direction for the alt-meat producer. “Consumers are increasingly seeking diverse and clean protein sources for various meals, occasions, and lifestyles,” a Beyond Meat representative told The Food Institute.
Snacking Survey: Products and Innovations Today’s Consumers Crave

Jul 22, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

Home>Food RetailSnacking Survey: Products and Innovations Today’s Consumers Crave Consumers are snacking more frequently this year, and they’re doing so around the clock — especially in the afternoon. A recent shopper survey by Kroger data partner 84.51° revealed that 27% of respondents snack multiple times a day, up from 15% in 2023. When choosing the perfect snack, taste and flavor is the most important factor (75%).
Consumer Demand Reshaping Baby Food Market

Jul 18, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

Home>OrganicConsumer Demand Reshaping Baby Food Market Today’s consumers are reshaping the baby food market as a growing number of parents prioritize nutrition and hold the industry accountable for the quality of their products. With that, what are consumers looking for? And how are companies delivering?
Consumers Are Warming to the Idea of Smart Carts and Frictionless Shopping

Jul 17, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood |Tess Owings

Home>Food TechConsumers Are Warming to the Idea of Smart Carts and Frictionless Shopping Introverts rejoice – a completely silent trip to the grocery store appears within reach. According to Progressive Grocer‘s 2024 66% of grocers plan to invest in technology this year. Boston Consulting Group recently found a mostly positive reception among consumers toward advanced digital tech, including smart carts.
U.S. Turkey Producer Diestel Family Ranch Joins Regenerative Ag Pioneers

Jul 16, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

Home>Food IndustryU.S. Turkey Producer Diestel Family Ranch Joins Regenerative Ag Pioneers Diestel Family Ranch has become the first U.S.-based turkey producer to receive Regenified agriculture certification. Founded in 1949, Diestel Family Ranch has always prioritized the health of their birds and was one of the first poultry farms to incorporate organic farming practices in 1999.
‘Audience Optimizer’ Tool Designed to Revolutionize Retail Ads

Jul 10, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood |Jordan Wiklund

In the ever-arduous battle to entice consumers into stores and increase foot traffic and sales, Swiftly has announced its new Audience Optimizer to revolutionize retail ads for grocers and retailers. The Audience Optimizer is intended to bring print circulars into the digital age, replacing static ads with targeted and personalized ones.
Grass-Fed Beef Challenging Meat Alternatives

Jul 9, 2024 | foodinstitute.com | Grace Garwood

Home>Plant-BasedGrass-Fed Beef Challenging Meat Alternatives Growing interest in sustainably-raised meats, including grass-fed beef, is challenging meat alternatives, which continue to struggle with adoption and repeat purchases among their primary consumer base – flexitarians. Sustainable meat production is rising across the food industry, as products with Regenerative Organic Certification experience significant growth.