IFIC Spotlight Survey: Eating & Shopping During A Global Pandemic
September 16, 2020
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The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about food and eating habits in a global pandemic. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from August 7-9, 2020, and responses were weighted to ensure proportional results.
Key findings include:
- For many, snacking habits have changed since the COVID-19 pandemic began. One in 3 (36%) report snacking more, while 33% said they’re snacking more often when bored or not hungry and 32% said they’re eating more snacks alone.
- Nearly one in three (28%) report eating more packaged snacks, with convenience being the top reason for doing so.
- Over half (52%) said they have not dined out at a restaurant in the past month.
- Environmental sustainability, degree of processing and the mission and values of food companies lag far behind price and taste as grocery purchase drivers.