Probiotics and Prebiotics Find a New Audience as Functional Ingredients

yogurt parfait

Trends to watch in VMS (vitamin, mineral and supplements segment), beverages, and yogurt Probiotics and prebiotics are longtime staples of the health and wellness market, and they have gradually gained new audiences as gut health became a popular topic for mainstream shoppers. The result has been an interesting shift in what is driving growth for … Read more Probiotics and Prebiotics Find a New Audience as Functional Ingredients

Green Cleaning for Spring

Aunt Fannies cleaning vinegar

By Jill Failla   While the weather may not feel like spring in much of the U.S. right now, this is the time of year when many consumers are sprucing up their homes in anticipation of warmer weather by clearing out the clutter and deep-cleaning what remains. In honor of Earth Day right around the … Read more Green Cleaning for Spring

Glassware Gives Rise to New Yogurts

Oui by Yoplait French style yogurt

By Jill Failla SPINS recently expanded its Packaging attribute in the Product Library to the REFRIGERATED YOGURT & KEFIR category, allowing for yet another nuanced view of new and emerging yogurt trends. Using this attribute, SPINS data shows that year-over-year sales for REFRIGERATED YOGURT & KEFIR products in glass jar and glass cup containers are … Read more Glassware Gives Rise to New Yogurts

2018 Trend Predictions

SPINS top 10 trend predictions for 2018

What’s ahead in 2018? From key nutrients (for people and pets alike) to special diets to sustainable innovations, SPINS’ industry experts forecast what we expect to disrupt the retail marketplace in 2018. Fill out the form below to access and download SPINS’ Top 10 Trend Predictions for 2018!

2017 Trend Roundup

SPINS trend round up - recapping our trend predictions for 2017

Last year, SPINS’ industry experts forecasted the top 10 trends for 2017. From facial masks to eating insects to regenerative agriculture and more… How did our trend predictions fare in 2017? Fill out the form below to access and download the SPINS Trend Roundup: Recapping Our Predictions for 2017.

Expo West 2017 Recap

SPINS Trend watch 2017 Expo West Recap

Access SPINS’ full coverage of Expo West 2017! Our Expo West webinar gave you a taste of the trends. Now dig into even more expert insights with SPINS’ expanded coverage of the show, featuring more than 50 exciting examples of natural products innovation! Fill out the form below to access and download the Expo West … Read more Expo West 2017 Recap

SPINS Recaps the Show: Expo West 2017

SPINS 2017 Expo West Recap

Did you catch everything at Expo West? Covering every corner of the biggest food show in North America is challenging, even for the most seasoned professional. That’s why our Product Library team’s industry experts mined the trade show floor to bring you news of the most exciting innovations, ingredients, and category crossovers. Access a recording of … Read more SPINS Recaps the Show: Expo West 2017

SPINS 2017 Top Ten Trend Predictions Webinar

From macro trends to micro nutrients, from third-party certifications to regulatory updates, SPINS’ Product Library team has an eye on the industry like none other. Take a look at the team’s top picks for what’s ahead in 2017! Fill out the form below to access and download the SPINS 2017 Top Ten Trend Predictions Webinar.

2017 Trend Predictions

SPINS product library team's top ten trend predictions for 2017

  From macro trends to micro nutrients, from third-party certifications to regulatory updates, SPINS’ Product Library team has an eye on the industry like none other.  Take a look at the team’s top picks for what’s ahead in 2017! Fill out the form below to access and download the SPINS 2017 Trend Predictions.

VegFest 2016

Portland veg fest sign

An annual celebration of plant-based and vegan living, this year’s Portland VegFest drew over 6,000 people for an outstanding program of prominent speakers and, of course, a wide variety of vegan wares. Nonprofit Northwest VEG has served the Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA area with information and resources connected to its mission for a “healthy, … Read more VegFest 2016