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Consumers are increasingly reaching for non-alcoholic drinks

29 November, 2021

Brewers and other alcohol manufacturers are developing alcohol-free beverages as consumers show an increased willingness to forego alcohol entirely.


Plant-based foods rise in popularity since pandemic began

24 November, 2021

Since the beginning of the pandemic, plant-based foods, dairy alternatives in particular, have proven to be increasingly popular.


Consumers on the lookout for "nutrient dense" products

17 November, 2021

Nutritional density, indicating high levels of nutritional content, has been pegged as an important trend for health-conscious consumers.


Plant-based foods doubled in popularity over 10 years

16 November, 2021

New research suggests that plant-based alternatives have increased in popularity at an astounding rate.


New Zealand's strong wine industry

09 November, 2021

The country's wineries and growers have had a strong showing in 2021, in spite of the problems presented by the pandemic.


Going out to dinner — by eating at home

09 November, 2021

Food sold under restaurant branding in supermarkets and other food retailers is increasingly popular, even as restaurant dining returns.


November dairy market holds steady

02 November, 2021

Monthly analysis shows that the dairy market will likely hold steady, despite supply issues and a change in market conditions.


Three major food trends for 2022

28 October, 2021

A newly published report outlines three trends in food that will be seen around the world in 2022.


Caloric intake from beverages down in the US in 2020

20 October, 2021

Americans had lower sugar and caloric intakes from beverages in 2020 but this decrease wasn't caused by a decrease in overall beverage consumption.


Three trends that will shape the future of the food industry

12 October, 2021

A recent report has identified three areas that will lead to disruption and investment in the food and nutrition industries.


Consumers are hungry for a plant-based diet

12 October, 2021

People are more and more interested in plant-based foods for their diets, with up to 60% of consumers having a meat-free meal each week.


Curious consumers are reaching for unusual drink flavours

11 October, 2021

Drinks that are flavoured in strange, unique ways are proving popular with consumers who are looking to have new experiences.


Udderly strong results from Victorian dairy industry

05 October, 2021

Victoria's dairy industry has had a year of good growth, with the 2020–21 Dairy Farm Monitor report revealing best results in years.


Five consumer behaviours that are changing food and beverage innovation

01 September, 2021

Five trends have been identified that are changing how innovation of food, beverage and supplements occurs.


Five themes reshaping the soft drinks sector over 2021/2022

01 September, 2021

Innovations in packaging, ingredients and sustainability are some of the developments in the field of soft drinks for 2021/2022.


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