# On-the-Go Meat Snacks Greenridge Naturals Grass-Fed Beef Sticks Come in a New Format By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-03-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenridge-naturals References: [snackandbakery](https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113311-greenridge-naturals-introduces-on-the-go-snack-sticks) & [greenridgenaturals](https://greenridgenaturals.com/shop/meat-sticks/beef-sticks/original-beef-snack-sticks-18ct-bag/)  The [Greenridge Naturals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenridge-meat-snacks) grass-fed beef sticks now come in a new 18-count bag to maximize value for consumers and ensure they always have the product on hand when they need it. The beef sticks follow on the success of the brand's snack stick launch last fall and consists of individually servings that each have six-grams of protein with zero sugar in the mix. The [meat snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bavarian-meats) are also crafted with no soy, MSG, gluten, added nitrates, nitrites, artificial colors, phosphates or flavors in the mix. The Greenridge Naturals grass-fed beef sticks are priced at $27.99 per pack and are also reported to be crafted with natural smoke, while also containing 49% less sodium than the leading brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 38% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Healthy Snacking:** The shift towards nutrient-rich snacks like grass-fed beef sticks highlights growing consumer demand for healthier, high-protein options without additives. - **Convenient Packaging:** Individually portioned meat snacks in large-count bags underscore a trend towards on-the-go convenience and value packaging for busy lifestyles. - **Clean Label Foods:** A focus on transparency and clean ingredients in meat snacks responds to consumers seeking products free from artificial additives and preservatives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Snack Foods:** The evolving landscape in the snack foods industry embraces healthier meat snack alternatives that appeal to health-conscious consumers. - **Protein Supplements:** Products like grass-fed beef sticks tap into the protein supplement industry by offering natural protein sources without added sugars or unnecessary ingredients. - **Packaging Solutions:** The demand for convenient and sustainable packaging drives innovation in creating user-friendly and efficient packaging formats for snacks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Natural Meat Snack Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenridge-meat-snacks.md) - [Private Label Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beef-sticks-bites.md) - [Fresh Ingredient Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenridge-naturals-ridge-packs.md) - [Low-Sugar Protein-Rich Meat Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-snack-stick.md) - [Portable Snacking Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snack-sticks.md) - [Collagen-Rich Bone Broth Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-beef-meat-stick.md) - [Free-From Venison Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grassfed-venison-snack-sticks.md) - [Convenient Protein-Packed Meat Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-archer-provisions-1.md) - [Convenient Flavor-Driven Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-warrior-beef-sticks.md)