Jess Spiring

2 weeks ago | foodnavigator.com | Jess Spiring

Mars may be best known for its iconic confectionery brands such as M&M’s, Snickers and Skittles, but its future ambitions are firmly set on snacking. As the privately-held food group awaits regulatory approval of its Kellanova deal which will add household names Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts and Eggo to its portfolio, it’s aiming to swell its reach and revenue in snacking sales by 2030 potentially eclipsing both its nearest rivals Mondelēz International and Hershey.

2 weeks ago | foodnavigator-usa.com | Jess Spiring

Mars may be best known for its iconic confectionery brands such as M&M’s, Snickers and Skittles, but its future ambitions are firmly set on snacking. As the privately-held food group awaits regulatory approval of its Kellanova deal which will add household names Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts and Eggo to its portfolio, it’s aiming to swell its reach and revenue in snacking sales by 2030 potentially eclipsing both its nearest rivals Mondelēz International and Hershey.

2 weeks ago | confectionerynews.com | Jess Spiring

Cocoa is in crisis. Driven by climate change, disease, speculative trading and chronic underinvestment, prices hit an unprecedented $13,000 per metric ton late last year – a spike that’s rattled the foundations of the chocolate industry. But while this surge may seem exceptional, long-term instability is becoming the new normal. “This volatility is absolutely going to continue,” said Shayna Harris, co-founder and managing partner at Supply Change Capital.

1 month ago | foodnavigator-usa.com | Jess Spiring

Stress from all sides is brutally bearing down on the food and beverage industry. Supply chains are strained. Ingredient costs are rising. Climate change and consumer expectations are forcing rapid reinvention. Add to that growing tariff uncertainty and a wave of regulatory reform in the US, and it’s clear the sector is under unprecedented pressure. In short, we’re deep in a moment of change.

2 months ago | foodnavigator-usa.com | Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe |Jess Spiring

Budget-conscious consumers are celebrating Easter with affordable festive chocolates and candies, with private label (i.e., store brands) offerings and seasonal favorites, like the iconic marshmallow treats Peeps and jelly beans, brightening holiday baskets. Most consumers (63%) are extremely concerned about inflation, the highest it has been since September 2024, according to 400 consumers surveyed in market research firm 84.51°’s March report.