Gen Z cooking is all about taking short cuts, and sometimes it doesn’t mean cooking at all.

The report highlighted that 54% of consumers try to eat more plant-based snacks, with 66% believing in the idea that “plant-based snacks are better for the future of our planet.”

Cream cheese maker Franklin Foods has expanded its portfolio with SimplyV, a new plant-based offering.

The new offerings include Sargento Fun! Balanced Breaks along with Sargento Fiesta Pepper and Smokehouse String Cheese Snacks.

A GlobalData survey found 46% of consumers said they were extremely concerned about the amount of processed food eaten in the plant-based meat, plant-based seafood and plant-based dairy alternatives categories.

Smaller retailers may find it challenging to absorb the costs associated with compliance, potentially leading to consolidation in the industry or, in some cases, closures. 

Corey Scott started in her new role with the company on March 13.

Compliance with FSMA Section 204 is not without its challenges, and businesses must allocate substantial resources to meet the regulatory requirements.

The records mandated by FSMA 204 include information that is kept in the normal course of business and some items that are not captured and shared immediately.

Many of the volume growth headwinds that have plagued consumer packaged goods companies the past few years also have affected retailers.