INDUSTRY NEWS
Health and Pleasure Focus for Dairy Top Trends
The influence of Innova Market Insights Top Ten Trends for 2020 is clearly apparent in the dairy category, which is facing key challenges in remaining viable amid changing consumer tastes. This is particularly apparent because of the, strong growth in interest in plant-based alternatives.
Ice cream trends shift towards greater pleasure and less guilt
Pleasure is still key among driving ice cream trends, with consumers naming its taste, the fact that it’s a treat and makes people feel happy as the top three reasons for buying it, reports Innova Market Insights. However….
SA lockdown: Food supply sector to remain fully functional
The department has set aside a package of R1.2 billion to address effects of the coronavirus and ensure sustainable food production.
AI in food and beverage: 3 money-saving industrial benefits for 2020
A coherent data collection system can open new doors for industrial operators in the food and beverage industry
PepsiCo bets on functional beverages with $3.85bn Rockstar acquisition
Snacking and beverage giant PepsiCo has entered into an agreement to acquire energy drink maker Rockstar Energy Beverages for $3.85bn.
Exhibitor News: Pocas Ginger Brew Meets Superfoods
Google noted that consumers are highly interested in earthy flavors such as ginger and turmeric on the Google Beverage Trend report.
Niche farming could pave the way for agricultural growth in SA
In light of the critical role that agriculture plays in job creation and food security, targeted investment opportunities in the sector is crucial to ensuring increasing sustainability and productivity in the sector.
Pick n Pay makes progress on plastic waste reduction goals
Pick n Pay has reiterated its pledge that all Pick n Pay branded product packaging will be 100% recyclable or reusable by 2025, and by 2023, all these products will feature the new on-pack recycling label to help customers understand how best to recycle their packaging. These form part of the grocery retailer’s goal to significantly reduce […]
Culinary Team SA win first medal at Culinary Olympics in Germany
The South African Culinary Team is flying the flag high in Germany and have already earned a bronze medal thanks to Chef Nicolas van der Walt.
SA MEAT PRODUCER JOINS THE PLANT-BASED MOVEMENT
Feinschmecker Deli Meats creates new range of delicious plant-based sandwich slices.
SA leads in sub-Saharan African food security index
Despite facing challenges in its agricultural production and socio-economic environment, South Africa’s food security ranked first out of 28 sub-Saharan African countries, and 48 out of 113 countries surveyed worldwide.
Top 10 health food trends for 2020
A panel of trend-forecasters at US supermarket chain Whole Foods make their predictions for on-the-rise flavours, products and more.
The Future is Functional
Health and wellness are among the biggest drivers of growth in the global food and beverage industry, and the burgeoning functional foods segment is commanding an ever-larger slice of the market. Gemma Kent explores the key trends shaping the functional future of food, from gut and brain health-boosting sauerkraut to sleep-inducing moon milk.
Higher value, healthier drinks on SA’s menu
The local wine industry has seen a general shift towards higher-value products, driven by millennials looking for novel, high-quality food and drink experiences, while wine grape producers are looking for ways to boost their earnings.
Food delivery in South Africa is huge: The crazy numbers behind Mr D Food
Back in the day, the Mr Delivery booklet was a fridge fixture for most South African households. After a technology-led transformation, Mr Delivery became Mr D Food – a 100% online business with 95% of all orders being placed on its mobile app.
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Email: Leigh@tradeprojects.co.za
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