State of the Industry 2017: Consumers say more cheese, please
With an influx of innovative snacking options, convenient packaging, specialty cheeses and unique flavors, the cheese category claims the MOST CREATIVE title this year.
As consumers continue to seek out food with clean ingredients, protein on the go, freshness and convenience, cheese is the answer to many of those needs. Over the last year, cheese processors have doubled down on portable snack offerings, from cheese bites to snack packs. Hybrid options (think cheese paired with lunch meats, nuts, fruit and pretzels) are popping up everywhere. Portion control and portability are the keys.