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News and insights to leverage opportunities in pet, private label, breakfast foods, free-from foods, frozen and refrigerated and beer/wine/spirits, including WGB’s exclusive What’s On Tap trend report.

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How E-Commerce is Evolving the Alcohol Category

As adoption for online alcohol sales accelerates, customers are expecting to buy beer online—and they will switch retailers to do so.

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Lidl Takes Crown in New York Beer Fest

What's On Tap: Dry ciders, new bourbon offerings and a spotlight on soccer are on this summer's drink menu.

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A New Spin on Pampered Pets

By Kathleen Furore on Jun. 06, 2018

Furry fitness is the beating heart of the fast-growing pet aisle, sources say

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Frozen Food is Back in a Big Way

By Phil Lempert on Jun. 04, 2018

The Lempert Report: Companies are working to align the category with consumer demands while millennials' need for convenience prevails.

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NCA Names Innovative Product Award Winners at Sweets & Snacks Expo

By Rebekah Marcarelli on May. 23, 2018

Hostess Brands, Nestle and Hershey were among those honored.

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Breakfast Breakthroughs From the Freezer

By Pan Demetrakakes on May. 18, 2018

Frozen morning meals provide consumers with convenience, comfort and, increasingly, a protein-rich start to the day.

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Snackers Seeking Sophisticated Satisfaction

By Kathleen Furore on May. 11, 2018

A new generation of shoppers demand healthy ingredients and product transparency when indulging their snacks and sweets cravings.

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Exclusive: WGB, Brandspark Reveal Consumers' Favorite Condiments

By Rebekah Marcarelli on May. 03, 2018

Asian-inspired sauces and spicy offerings topped the list.

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6 Reasons Ice Cream Is No Longer Vanilla

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Apr. 25, 2018

Retailers aren’t frigid about keeping their stores stocked with frozen treats that fit into modern shoppers’ busy and health-conscious lifestyles.

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New Nutrition Labels to Hit Store Shelves in 2020

By Phil Lempert on Apr. 20, 2018

The Lempert Report: A swell of food brands have voluntarily made the changes despite an administration delay.