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FONA names Jeremy Thompson as president

Thompson also will continue to serve as COO.

September 24, 2020

With 20 years of experience in the food industry, Thompson has helped guide FONA with his diverse background knowledge and growth mindset.

Kids these days: FONA looks at how Gen Z, Gen Alpha will eat

New report from the ingredient company looks the ways the next generations will change consumer behavior.

Crystal Lindell

September 9, 2020

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The insights, part 1 of which was released this week as part of the report, “All About the Kids: Part I: Generational Comparisons & Their Flavor Favorites,” are both exciting and a little jarring.

FONA: Premium products offer enjoyment during COVID-19 pandemic

Chocolate, bakery product launches with premium claims increase between 2017-2020.

Alyse Thompson

May 6, 2020

With the next headline bringing worse news than the last, many consumers are seeking enjoyment in any place they can. That means they’re turning to premium products, according to insights from FONA International.

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How flavor-supplier FONA is navigating COVID-19

Flavor company, which was declared essential, is training staff on sanitation procedures (including executives), offering digital events, and staggering shifts to increase social distancing.

Crystal Lindell

April 10, 2020

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FONA talks about how the company is training staff — including executives — on sanitation procedures and managing supply chain issues, while offering digital alternatives to in-person events.

How food brands can use nostalgia to their advantage

More than 70 percent of U.S. consumers enjoy things from their childhoods.

Alyse Thompson

March 4, 2020

Playing on consumers’ memories and emotional connections to nostalgic flavors and products can spell success for food manufacturers, according to a new report from FONA International.

Who is Gen Z and what will they eat?

Generation Z, which refers to anyone born between 1996-2018, is more anxious than any other generation.

Crystal Lindell

January 22, 2020

FONA International recently released a new report about this up-and-coming generation, "Consumer Insight: Gen Z." The report describes them as “perfectionistic, driven and globally connected.”

Which flavors will be hot in 2020?

Fruity, flavors about in trend predictions from flavor house FONA International.

Alyse Thompson

January 8, 2020

Fruity and floral food and beverage products continue to pop up on the market. There’s a reason for that, according to FONA International.

Consumers want less sugar — as long as it still tastes good

FONA report shows taste, price more important than sugar reduction for consumers.

Crystal Lindell

August 14, 2019

A new FONA report suggests consumers want healthier versions of their favorite treats that taste the same or better.

2019 flavor trends: Violets, jackfruit and pink peppercorns

Flavor houses cite exotic plants, spices and fruits as upcoming trends.

Crystal Lindell

March 15, 2019

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Expect to see chocolates and candies made with notes of violet, maqui berry or saffron soon.

How will Generation Z impact the food industry?

FONA International report highlights Gen Z consumers’ characteristics, market influence.

Alyse Thompson

March 13, 2019

They’re intelligent, they’re curious, and they’re savvy — they’re Generation Z, and they’ve got money to spend. That’s according to FONA International, which recently released a report outlining the group’s characteristics and spending power.

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Items Tagged with 'FONA'

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FONA names Jeremy Thompson as president

Kids these days: FONA looks at how Gen Z, Gen Alpha will eat

FONA: Premium products offer enjoyment during COVID-19 pandemic

How flavor-supplier FONA is navigating COVID-19

How food brands can use nostalgia to their advantage

Who is Gen Z and what will they eat?

Which flavors will be hot in 2020?

Consumers want less sugar — as long as it still tastes good

2019 flavor trends: Violets, jackfruit and pink peppercorns

How will Generation Z impact the food industry?

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