# Grab-and-Go Almond Branding The Mariani Nut Company Snack Almond Packs are Satisfying By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-09-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-packs References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/mariani-nut-company-unveils-new-snack-size-almond-packs/) The demand for [natural, healthy snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterforyou-snack-packaging) is increasing exponentially which is one of the driving factors behind the newly released [Mariani Nut](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterforyou-fruit-chips) Company Snack Almond Packs. Coming in individual serving packs, the snacks come in two options including Whole Almonds and [Whole Roasted with Sea Salt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-diamond-almonds-and-more). The almond snacks have been branded with imagery from the California farms where they're sourced to convey the natural origin of the product. Speaking on this aspect, the company said, "The attractive photography on the packages and the boxes are consistent with produce departments where Mariani nuts are typically found." The Mariani Nut Company Snack Almond Packs are sourced in California yet are distributed around the world which means that the new snacks will likely be found in convenience stores worldwide soon. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Increasing Demand for Healthy Snacks:** There is an opportunity for companies to cater to the growing demand for natural, healthy snacks. - **Grab-and-go Packaging:** Innovative packaging solutions that offer individual serving packs provide convenience and portability for busy consumers. - **Authentic and Local Branding:** Brands can tap into the desire for authenticity by showcasing the natural origin of their products through imagery and branding. ### Who This Affects Most - **Snack Food Industry:** Companies can capitalize on the increased demand for healthy snacks by developing and marketing innovative products. - **Packaging Industry:** There is an opportunity for packaging companies to create innovative grab-and-go solutions that cater to the needs of busy consumers. - **Nut Industry:** Brands in the nut industry can differentiate themselves by promoting the authenticity and local sourcing of their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nutrient-Dense Snacking-Friendly Pecans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snack-pecans.md) - [Better-for-You Fruit Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterforyou-fruit-chips.md) - [Flavored Artisanal Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natures-garden-roasted-nuts.md) - [Private Label Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snack-nut-products.md) - [Grab-and-Go Date Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myjool.md) - [Snacking-Friendly Granolas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/go-raw-snacking-granola.md) - [Retro Snack Rebrands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-nature-1.md) - [Skinless Gourmet Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuffnut.md) - [Flavorful Nutrient-Dense Snack Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whitworths-snacks.md)