Progressive Grocer Honors 68 CPG Innovators in 2026 Editors' Picks
Event summary
- EnsembleIQ’s Progressive Grocer announced 68 winners of its 2026 Editors’ Picks awards, recognizing CPG product innovation across multiple grocery categories.
- The 22nd annual awards program highlights products driving category growth and meeting evolving consumer needs.
- Winning products will be featured in the May 2026 issue of Progressive Grocer and across its digital platforms.
- Submissions for the 2027 program will open in Fall 2026.
The big picture
The 2026 Editors’ Picks awards underscore the CPG industry’s focus on innovation, particularly in wellness, sustainability, and global flavors. As grocery retailers seek to meet evolving consumer demands, these accolades serve as a benchmark for product differentiation and category growth. The program’s long-standing reputation reinforces its role in identifying trends that could redefine the grocery landscape.
What we're watching
- Innovation Pace
- How the pace of CPG innovation will affect category growth and consumer engagement.
- Sustainability Focus
- Whether eco-conscious products will sustain their momentum in the grocery sector.
- Consumer Preferences
- The extent to which wellness-forward and globally inspired products will shape future grocery trends.