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…
Africa’s food and agriculture market could more than triple in size by the end of the decade, analysts have said in an upbeat assessment of the continent’s prospects as a possible net exporter of food. But they have highlighted a wide range of reforms, including streamlining supply chains, clamping down on corruption and improving finance…
France has overtaken Italy as the world's leading wine producer as extreme weather and fungal disease have ravaged many Italian regions Wine output from Italy dropped to 44m hectares in 2023, or by 12%, from 50m hectares, compared with 2022. This year will see Italy's smallest wine harvest in the past six years, and France…
Bonduelle Fresh Americas, the powerhouse behind the acclaimed Ready Pac Bistro range, has unveiled its latest culinary innovation: the Ready Pac Bistro Meal Kits.
The integration of advanced AI and machine learning techniques in this domain has brought about significant improvements in food waste management, deliveries, and food safety. Big data analytics and machine learning models enable AI to extract valuable insights into consumer demands and preferences, driving product innovation and customer satisfaction.
The Australian frozen potato products firm Crackerjack Foods has been snapped up by the Oceania division of the US-based company Lamb Weston. In making the purchase, Lamb Weston, a specialist in potatoes and fries, will strengthen its position in the Australian foodservice sector, as this is Crackerjack’s focus. Crackerjack, which reportedly has an annual turnover…
European food companies, food trade organisations and food researchers have signed an open letter calling on Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, to introduce new animal welfare legislation during her current term in office. Fediaf, the trade association for the pet food sector in Europe, along with food companies and organisations such as…
In December 2022, Karine Dussimon, Industry Manager Food and Nutrition for Euromonitor International, took to the SIAL Talks stage to discuss the food retail and food service industries in the post-pandemic. In this special feature, we look back at that talk and highlight some of the key points to come out of it. Firstly, Dussimon…
Z Natural Foods' latest offering, organic instant 7 mushroom coffee, is an innovative blend that combines the rich flavours of premium organic coffee with the potent wellness attributes of seven distinct organic mushrooms. The featured mushrooms, namely Lion's Mane, Shiitake, Turkey Tail, Chaga, Cordyceps, Maitake, and Red Reishi, each contribute their unique health benefits, ranging…
The discount supermarket chain Lidl has opened its largest distribution warehouse in the world as it continues to expand in the UK. Located Bedfordshire near the city of Luton, the new facility is half a kilometre long and, at 1.2 million square feet in size, covers as much space as 33 football pitches. It is…
