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New questions this month explore consumer perceptions of processed foods. Do they know what they are? Are people concerned about their healthfulness? Why do they think people might choose them over unprocessed or minimally processed alternatives?


The new Consumer Food Insights results from Purdue University shows stress levels due to grocery prices are mixed, and most consumers are at least somewhat familiar with the concept of tariffs.


The debate over plant-based versus traditional meat consumption is growing louder as consumers, producers and policymakers grapple with sustainability and dietary shifts. While entirely plant-based meat alternatives have captured headlines, hybrid meat products —blending plant-based proteins with traditional meat — might offer a compelling middle ground.

The new Consumer Food Insights results from Purdue University focus on consumer trends in 2024 and ahead to consumer diets and plans for 2025.


Recent data reveals fascinating trends in how Americans perceive and predict food inflation. The findings highlight not only the gap between official estimates of inflation and what consumers experience in the marketplace but also show how political ideology shapes these perceptions.

The new Consumer Food Insights results from Purdue University focus on changes in consumer food behavior and spending due to the recent natural disasters in the U.S.


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