Profiting from multi-functions, sensory characteristics and nutrient elements f almonds, more European manufacturers now use almonds as core their product innovation. They believe such innovative products will define future market of snack food. 

　　Recently, data about new production introduction overseas shows from 2017 to 2017 almond product growth made rings round other foods. In the world, 41% nuts are almond nuts. 

　　Product innovation drives European market

　　In 2017, almonds have become the top nuts promoted in full Europe for three consecutive years. Among almond products launched globally, nearly half is from Europe. Manufacturers launched over 5000 products in 2017, increasing 14% year on year, in which, half is launched in Germany, France and Britain.

　　When almond snacks are launched in Europe, consumers’ demand for nuts is rising rapidly. In Britain, proportion of almonds to snack foods is growing stably, from 2% in 2007 to 15% in 2017. Similarly, such proportion in Germany and France is rising as well. Particularly in France, the number is increased from 1% to 29% in the past ten years.