2026 CPG Innovations: Surprising Trends from NEXTY Judging
In this episode of The Natural List, host Adrienne Smith is joined by Meredith Kaufman to explore the most exciting trends and surprises from this year’s NEXTY judging. The “Meat and Dairy” category saw the highest number of submissions ever; the judges were thrilled to see integrity-driven products that are as delicious as they are innovative.
One of the biggest surprises? The “Meat alternative” category is dwindling, while the “Dairy alternative” category continues to boom. Values-based categories, like “Planet-forward” and “People-forward” products, are stronger than ever, with…
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