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Protein, sprouted grains and gluten-free will be featured as part of an expansive new product launch of ready-to-eat cereals at Kellogg Co. In total, the company plans to debut seven new cereals over the next few months to meet consumer demand for taste, innovation, protein, less sugar and gluten-free.

Health, indulgence, and portion size are top drivers of consumer purchases at instore bakeries, as evidenced by findings in What’s in Store 2015, the twenty-ninth edition of the annual food industry and consumer trends publication of the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association (IDDBA).

Sprouted grain flour is gaining traction with food manufacturers and consumers alike thanks to its sweeter taste, longer shelf life, increased nutrient bioavailability and overall better baking experience, claims Peter Reinhart, a chef and cookbook author.

Silk® has expanded its offerings of plant-based alternatives to dairy milk with the introduction of Silk Creamy Cashew, a cashew-based beverage free of cholesterol, lactose, dairy, soy and gluten.

Tyson Foods president and CEO said during a conference call with the media that the company intends to continue pursuing new product innovations on two fronts as it transitions into the new organizational structure to include its recent acquisition of Hillshire Brands.

Lance has launched its first-ever limited edition Seasonal Favorites Cookie Sandwiches. The three cookie sandwich varieties include Chocolate Nekot Cookies with Mint Filling, Nekot Cookies with Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling and Sprinkled Sugar Cookies with Sweet Creme Filling.

Healthy ingredients, bold packaging and innovative concepts emerged as common themes among new products from store brands.

For grain-based foods manufacturers, there is no shortage of positive whole grain messages for success.

The got milk? brand is expanding its licensing program with three manufacturing partners to launch cookies, cereal and other products that pair nicely with a tall glass of milk.

Allma has launched Chlorella Crunches, a blend of rice cereals and Chlorella vulgaris powder that works as a snack or ingredient.