Regulations

Eight trends driving change in 2020

Today’s consumers want it all. Flavor, quality and variety are givens. But to be successful, bakers must also often deliver things like convenience, healthfulness, a clean label and a commitment to social responsibility — just to name a few.

New sugar regulations and their impact on consumers

Many consumers want to eat more healthfully. But are they willing to switch to low-sugar or no-sugar breads and baked goods? A majority of Americans (53%) have a negative opinion about the use of sugar substitutes in the breads they buy, and 42% feel the same way about baked goods. Could new sugar label regulations impact consumers’ purchase decisions?