August’s top news stories
BASF acquired Bayer’s global vegetable seeds business, and PBH acquired a 62.6% stake in Yorkshire Valley Farms. Foodprocessing-technology.com wraps-up key news stories from August 2018.
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Authenticity & heritage: building brands on premium quality and trustworthiness
Consumers are placing increasing value on food that can offer both high quality and a brand that the consumer feels they can trust. Using research from GlobalData, Callum Tyndall takes...
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July’s top news stories
Royal DSM has introduced a new enzymatic solution and Unilever has completed sale of its spreads business. Foodprocessing-technology.com wraps-up key news stories from July 2018.
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The rise of localism: meeting consumer needs through product positioning, production methods and formulation
Consumers are increasingly seeking products that have been sourced within their countries as a way to support local businesses and traditions. Using research from GlobalData, Eloise McLennan examines how the...
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June’s top news stories
Royal DSM introduced a new benzoate-free variant of Accelerzyme CPG, annd Bayer acquired Monsato for a consideration of $63bn. Foodprocessing-technology.com wraps-up key news stories from June 2018.
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Avocado avalanche: explaining the surge in demand
According to the American Restaurant Association, the wholesale price of avocados went up by 125% since the beginning of 2017. Callum Tyndall looks at the surge in popularity of the...
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Inside Food: Issue 24
In this issue: We look at trends in fast-moving consumer goods, learn about the impact of the demand for natural ingredients on the supply chain and much more.
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Entomophagy: are insects the solution to the world’s food production problems?
The UK Government’s waste agency has said that alternative protein sources will be needed for humans and livestock to reduce land and energy use. Katie Woodward takes a closer look...
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Organic uprising: a multi-billion pound boom
The organic market continues to grow, expected to exceed £2.2 billion in sales by year end – it’s highest yet. With the grocery category alone adding a 39% increase in...
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Wasting away: are supermarkets doing enough to tackle food waste?
Supermarkets are responsible for a large amount of the UK's food waste, but announcements from Tesco and the East of England Co-op have charities hopeful.
