Beets, bee-free honey and algae milk top the list compiled by Sterling-Rice Group, a Boulder-based consulting firm.

Wonka Peep-a-Pops frozen treats, Annie's snack and mini meal kits, and low-calorie On the Border menu items hit the market.

To lift stuck sales, product developers are leveraging consumer trends in wellness and convenience.

Debuts at the show included products from Hershey, Mars, Nestle and more.

Industry experts and show attendees ranked the most innovative products debuting at the expo. Of 261 launches, dozens were nominated in nine categories.

Baskin-Robbins Greek frozen yogurt, Skippy singles spreads, and Dunkin' Donuts Arnold Palmer Coolatta hit the market.

From cotton candy to kale, new products showcased from 650 companies at the Sweets & Snacks Expo held May 20-22 in Chicago reflected trends in nostalgia, super foods and flavor adventure.

Yoplait seasonal yogurt flavors, Dunkin' Donuts chicken apple sausage breakfast sandwiches, and Sonic shake and slush offerings hit the market.

Build-your-own burger joints and Mexican grills rank among top-growing chains in the 2014 Technomic Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report.

Vegetable processors, beverage giants and restaurant chains are tapping into the category.

New single-serve, better-for-you and satisfying products are debuting in the channel.