Nearly two-thirds of U.S. households buy plant-based products, with the market for alternative dairy, protein and other cold and frozen products expanding. What’s next for manufacturers and processors?

Technology can play an important role in combating rising energy costs by cutting consumption and helping cold chain operators identify their weak points.

Miracapo is a contract manufacturer of frozen pizzas for convenience stores and branded customers serving the retail channel.

A report by the National Safety Council lists the average cost of a workplace injury at $40,000, with a total estimated economic impact of $167 billion in 2022 alone.

 A staggering 86% of respondents enjoy breakfast for dinner.

When comparing the U.S. to other global regions, Circana expects 2024 retail F&B growth in both EMEA and APAC to outpace that of the U.S.

Frozen food makes consumption more accessible for busy families. It comes peeled and chopped, so it’s even easier for households to incorporate fruits and vegetables at mealtime.

While Gen X prefers dinners that require minimal preparation and few ingredients, Gen Z consumers increasingly invest in special occasion dinners as they hone their kitchen skills, while also seeking no-prep dinner solutions.

This award honors a refrigerated and/or frozen foods processor for its year-over-year growth and leadership in product sales, packaging, distribution strategies, food safety, new product development, plant expansions, sustainability programs, and more.

The report uncovers the role of shared meals throughout the year as well as the barriers Americans face when planning them.