SNAC International

11/02/2026

SNAC's President & CEO Cindy Kuester highlights three opportunities shaping a $69.1 billion snack market, based on SNAC International’s 2026 State of the Industry report:

💪 Nutrition-forward snacks

🌍 Global flavors and limited-time offerings

💲Prices that keep a favorite snack in the basket

As consumer expectations continue to shift, deciding which opportunities to pursue will be key to creating products that keep earning repeat purchases.

The diversity of the snack category lends itself to meet consumer needs as they adapt to the moment.

10/28/2026

What you need. Who you need. All at SNAXPO!

SNAXPO 2027 is headed to Charlotte, NC, bringing together snack producers, suppliers, and industry partners from across the globe.

Explore the latest innovations in equipment, packaging, ingredients, flavors, and product development while connecting with the people shaping the future of snacks.

📅 April 4-6, 2027
📍 Charlotte Convention Center | Charlotte, NC

The snack industry is coming together. Will you be there?
https://multisoftevents.com/SNAXPO27/Exhibitors/BoothRequestForm.aspx

10/23/2026

The best way to understand the snack industry? See it in action.

This week, SNAC member Carolina Ingredients welcomed South Carolina candidates Alan Wilson, Republican nominee for Governor; Mike Reichenbach, candidate for Lieutenant Governor; Wes Climer, Republican nominee for U.S. Congress; and Mike Burkhold For SC Comptroller General, Republican nominee for Comptroller General, for a behind-the-scenes facility tour and discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing snack manufacturers.

Facility visits like these help bring industry priorities to life, giving policymakers a firsthand look at the people, processes and operations behind the products consumers enjoy every day.

Thank you, Carolina Ingredients, for opening your doors and helping ensure the snack industry's voice is part of important policy conversations.

10/19/2026

We’re proud to recognize Rudolph Foods for their longstanding impact on the snack industry and their commitment to delivering products rooted in quality and tradition.

From a small family business founded in 1955 to a recognized leader in pork rinds and cracklin’ snacks, Rudolph Foods continues to bring bold flavors and a rich history to the snack aisle.

Thank you for being a valued member of the SNAC community!
https://www.rudolphfoodscorp.com

10/15/2026

If building relationships, showcasing innovation, and driving growth are part of your 2027 strategy, there’s no better place to be than .

Will your company be on the show floor?

Reserve your booth today!
https://multisoftevents.com/SNAXPO27/Exhibitors/BoothRequestForm.aspx

10/14/2026

Conagra Brands’ latest Future of Snacking report highlights three trends shaping the snack market:

🌶️ Bold, unexpected flavors

💪 Functional benefits, especially protein

🍫 Indulgence with a more mindful twist

As the snacking landscape continues to evolve, understanding these shifting preferences will be key to creating products that resonate.

Bold flavors, functional benefits and permissible indulgence among Conagra’s top snack trends for 2026.

10/09/2026

SNAC members use their exclusive access to:

✔️ Benchmark performance
✔️ Get ahead of emerging trends
✔️ Pinpoint where the next opportunity lies

Real numbers. Real clarity. A real edge in an evolving industry.

Explore the data here 👇
https://snacintl.org/2022/03/24/snac-iri-make-real-time-market-data-available-to-members/

10/06/2026

In our article "Snack Packs Go Premium", we examine how evolving consumer expectations are pushing brands to rethink convenience, flavor, protein and premium ingredients.

https://snacintl.org/2026-state-of-the-industry-report/

09/30/2026

If you haven't had a chance to explore the SNACtrac data yet, now is the time!

Available exclusively to SNAC members, these key economic and snack food industry indicators can help you:

🔺 Understand the business climate

🔺 Recognize emerging trends

🔺 Navigate an evolving market

Don't let this member-only resource go untouched.
👉 https://snacintl.org/snactrac/

09/25/2026

Celebrating Potato Goodness for their Gold Sponsorship of this year’s Executive Leadership Forum and continued commitment to SNAC International!

Potatoes USA is the nation’s official potato marketing and research organization. By launching impactful marketing campaigns; coordinating regional, national, and international market and production research; and establishing new trade markets, Potatoes USA promotes the benefits of potatoes to audiences across the globe, including consumers, foodservice operators, retailers, and health professionals.

For more information on America’s Favorite Vegetable, please visit PotatoGoodness.com and PotatoesUSA.com.