Packaged Facts: Blog

by Daniel Granderson
January 20 2021
food
food and beverage
fruit
healthy eating
plant protein

3 Plant-Based Consumer Insights for Veganuary

Veganuary offers the opportunity to remember that plant-based eating and sustainability are some of the top food trends affecting consumer preferences and food product launches in recent years, causing more general consumers to think about these issues, not just those following veganism or vegetarianism.

by Daniel Granderson
January 12 2021
dog food
dog owners
dogs
pet food
pets as family

10 Healthiest Human Foods You Should Be Feeding Your Dog

Not all human food is bad for dogs. In fact, some are quite healthy for your pup. Here are the 10 healthiest human foods you should be feeding your dog.

Lactose Intolerance, Food Allergies, & Sensitivities Create New Opportunities for Plant-Based Dairy

Because allergies to milk and eggs are relatively common, many consumers with allergies to these ingredients may turn to plant-based dairy or egg alternatives to be able to enjoy the functions or flavor of products they normally cannot eat.

by Daniel Granderson
December 2 2020
alternative protein
dairy alternative
food and beverage
plant protein

Millennials and Gen Z are Prime Consumers of Plant-Based Meat, Poultry, and Seafood

American consumers between the ages of 18 and 44 are the most likely to eat plant-based meat and account for the majority of plant-based meat consumers.

by Daniel Granderson
November 17 2020
cats
dogs
pet market
pet owners
pet products
pet retail
pets as family

Pet Owners Working—and Playing—at Home Boost Sales of Durable Pet Products

Packaged Facts expects the pet durables market to increase 10% in 2020 bringing sales to $5.7 billion, with steady annual gains projected for the market through 2024.

Plant-Based Prepared Meals are Ripe with Opportunity

Incorporating plant-based meat into prepared foods is the ultimate convenience since consumers can have a complete meal at home or at a workplace with little effort.

Halloween Food Gifting a Social Distancing Alternative to Trick-or-Treating

Halloween is less commonly a gift-giving holiday, with the celebratory focus being placed upon snacks and candy given to trick-or-treaters. Nonetheless, the holiday provides many opportunities for food gifting to personal friends, acquaintances, or family members.