In this episode of Food for Thought, Bryn discusses the subtleties with CEO of The Food Institute, Brian Choi. Brian speaks about the food industry trends and consumer behavior over the years. The food industry is at a crossroads so what choices do we have to make? Time-stamped show notes 00:00 ➡️ 04:30: industry news…
Climate upheavals and disruptions to supply chains are creating a food crisis around the world. Although this is affecting the Maghreb less than the rest of Africa, it nevertheless calls for the region's agricultural self-sufficiency to be strengthened. SIAL and its affiliate show Djazagro are especially important in this context as major events that enable…
In 2024, the SIAL trade show, an event in the global food and beverage sector, is set to mark its 60th anniversary with a dual-city exposition in China.
New Zealand has seen declining demand from its closest markets for red meat despite growth elsewhere. This resulted in September exports falling by 18% versus September 2023.
When it comes to selling food and drinks, it is not just the product itself that matters – the packaging that it comes in is important too. This was highlighted during a presentation at the most recent edition of SIAL Paris, where Marie Sermadiras, the CEO of Cosfibel, highlighted how the sector is moving towards…
Strictly monitored in the European Union, the production of foie gras is extensive, outdoor and often a matter of family business. For the European Federation of Foie Gras, the best way to encourage consumers and restaurateurs to have the delicacy on their menu is to guarantee a high quality product and animal well-fare. In the…
According to a new report by Kantar, e-commerce is now "the big winner" across grocery retail in France, now occupying its third highest level after September 2023 (10.5%) and April 2020 (10.4%). Food inflation has also fallen for the seventh month in a row, pointing to an improving economic picture in France and across Europe. The study…
In 2016, responding to a growing demand for plant-based alternatives, Ben & Jerry's launched its non-dairy range, marking a significant step in expanding its product offerings to cater to a wider audience.
The ready-to-drink (RTD) market is set to break the $40 billion barrier by 2027 according to analysis by London-based global drinks consultancy IWSR. However, market drivers are shifting as the category matures and consumers broaden their repertoires. The latest findings from IWSR Drinks Market Analysis indicate that the RTD category will grow by 12% in…
A trend highlighted during the most recent edition of SIAL Paris was the increasing popularity of skin pack frozen meals. Prof Junghoon Moon, an associate professor in the Food Biz Lab at Seoul National University in South Korea, delivered a presentation during which he showcased some of the products that he helped to develop. Some…
The Cookie Shot glasses, crafted from the classic chocolate chip cookie dough with an indulgent melted chocolate coating inside, It's the latest Nestlé toll house innovation
Climate change is turning into a significant challenge for coffee production according to the International Coffee Organisation. World coffee production decreased by 1.4% to 168.5 million bags in 2021-22. World supply is now expected to increase in 2022-23. Coffee production is suffering from a series of negative factors according to the International Coffee Organisation (ICO).…
