On the heels of its annual showing at the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas, Hormel Foods is focused on pizza trends for the coming months. Brand manager Anthony Panichelli offers five to watch.
Increases in energy, transportation and labor costs will lead to continued price increases for food packaging over the next 12 months, as will the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Innovative crusts, sauces and toppings will keep pizza relevant to the post-pandemic consumer who is craving new flavors with a focus on health and wellness.
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