Claire Roper

New blog!✏️ Our latest post makes the case for broad restrictions on retail promotions of unhealthy food & drink products in Scotland. We highlight evidence that supports a blanket approach as well as how proposed regulations can make a fuller impact ✅ 🔗 tinyurl.com/y3khxs7y

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🛎 There is a huge variety of branded foodservice equipment available in the UK market, but are there any categories where dealers still struggle to get the kit they need? That was the question that kicked off our latest industry roundtable in association with Jestic Foodservice Solutions but it was by no means the only topic that our panel of experts got their teeth into. They also revealed: 💥 How suppliers can get on their list of 'preferred' brands 💥 Why making the wrong supplier choice can harm their own reputation 💥 How they like product knowledge to be delivered 💥 The commercial realities of trying to upsell to premium products Thanks to Steve Morris and Lee Cogger from Jestic Foodservice Solutions, John Mynard from BLUESTONE CATERING SOLUTIONS LIMITED, Ian Bryant CFSP from Sprint Group UK, Richard Goodchild from Fatboys Catering Equipment Limited, Adam Carter from Advance Group, and Mike Nunn from Dentons Catering Equipment Ltd. Grab a ☕ and read the discussion in its entirety here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gSPFeMam

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NPD Professionals! Lucy Wager and I have launched something really exciting for those starting out in their NPD careers or that are in need of a refresher. This course provides a product developer with the knowledge, understanding and tools that they need to successful take an idea from consumer need and concept, all the way through to launch. In this course we cover all the stages of the Stage Gate process, used by manufacturers and retailers across the UK. We cover not just what you need to do but why you need to do it and how to get stakeholders on board along the way. For more information and to get on the waiting list, click on this link https://lnkd.in/evHwvZUV If you want your business to fund this, now is the time to start those conversations as we all know it takes a while to get these things signed off 😉

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A new survey of UK consumers commissioned by In Ovo suggests a compelling business case for cull-free eggs. Some key highlights: - When UK consumers are informed about the practice of chick-culling, two-thirds find the practice unacceptable. - UK consumers who express a willingness to pay for cull-free eggs report being willing to pay £0.13 more per egg, or over 13x the added production cost of in-ovo sexing. - Nearly half of UK consumers report that they would switch supermarkets to purchase cull-free eggs. Read more about the survey and the compelling business opportunity behind more ethical eggs on our blog. https://lnkd.in/gHmZ5Gvu

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Could you find your future in food & drink? There is a BRAND NEW guide, outlining all the great reasons to think about working in the Scottish food & drink industry. Find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/eBCyNf_d #AFutureInFood #NaturallyScottish #ScottishFoodDrinkSeptember

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Could you find your future in food & drink? There is a BRAND NEW guide, outlining all the great reasons to think about working in the Scottish food & drink industry. Find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/eBCyNf_d #AFutureInFood #NaturallyScottish #ScottishFoodDrinkSeptember

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Could you find your future in food & drink? There is a BRAND NEW guide, outlining all the great reasons to think about working in the Scottish food & drink industry. Find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/eBCyNf_d #AFutureInFood #NaturallyScottish #ScottishFoodDrinkSeptember

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Have you seen our latest beer category report? The beer market is showing varied performance across its key sectors. Mainstream beer, the largest segment, is under notable pressure. However, craft beer is thriving, especially with the impressive contributions from Scottish breweries. Dive into the latest insights and trends in our detailed report here: https://bit.ly/3TUQS1k"

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Looking ahead to 2025 dining recent research indicates: 50% of consumers have stated changing food purchasing choices due to the cost of living crisis. When choosing a British dish, over half choose a traditional classic. Just under half of consumers look for international cuisines when dining out. Healthy choices concerning ultra-processed foods and high fats and sugars is mainstream. #dining #foodtrends #cuisine

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Why do British Frozen Food Federation members enter their products into our annual awards? Does winning make a difference to a consumers view of a product? How does a winner’s logo on product packaging influence consumer buying decisions? I am often asked these questions by entrants, so we decided to find out from Vypr’s 80k strong consumer panel. The results are powerful when considering the value of awards and how to promote winning products. '54.45% respondents are more likely to select a frozen product with a British Frozen Food award winner’s logo on pack' This was great to hear, but why do they think that? '53% of Millenials place a high value on a BFFF winner’s logo, perceive higher quality and find the award particularly reassuring' '45.85% of overall consumers also view a winner’s logo on pack as a sign of higher quality' Highlights of the research show that: Older consumers (aged 55+) particularly value the safety standards implied by the logo, which suggests its potential to resonate across age groups by addressing both quality and safety. Millennials are the demographic most likely to associate the British Frozen Food Awards logo with high quality, viewing it as a trusted seal of approval. So, including an awards logo on packaging can enhance product credibility and consumer trust, especially when targeting millennials and quality-conscious shoppers. A connection between the logo and product standards in marketing communications can further strengthen consumer confidence in the frozen food category. On top of this your products are judged across the UK by 18 consumer panels of twelve people, and a panel of professional chefs, giving your product exposure to your potential market. Take this opportunity and enter the 2025 awards today with the deadline for the retail products is fast approaching on Friday 6th December (extended from the original deadline due a website outage) - do not delay! The Foodservice deadline is 31st January 2025. For more information on categories, the process, and entry forms visit: https://lnkd.in/e8qyj7ta #FrozenFood #ThinkFrozen #FrozenFoodAwards

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#Food and #drink #startups and #scaleups...a quick survey to support Alex Brown's work, with Impact on Urban Health (do check them out!) on understanding the funding gap for startup and scaling food and drink brands, focused on health and wellness... The right finance is always key, and barriers to it can be the biggest hurdle scaling businesses face, finding equitable solutions is essential. links to the survey are in the post below.

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With consumers’ habits and preferences evolving fast, CGA by NIQ’s new ‘Food Insights Report 2025’ sets out the key developments and growth opportunities for On Premise suppliers, wholesalers and operators. Stay ahead of the curve in food trends, give guests what they want, and optimise ranges and new product development. Find out more - https://lnkd.in/gR-kvUZd

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Creed Foodservice Ltd launches ‘UK’s first ever Brain Food’ school menu The wholesaler has partnered with a dietitian Juliette Kellow to launch the ‘UK’s first ever Brain Food’ 🧠 school menu, as research revealed two thirds (64%) of parents worry about their child’s eating habits at secondary school. New research by the wholesaler found an overwhelming majority of parents (96%) say they would welcome their child’s school offering a menu that provides dishes rich in nutrients to support brain function. This sentiment was shared by 76% of those who work in state secondary schools. Just 14% of parents say their child always eats well at school. This is resulting in significant missed revenue opportunities for state schools, as nearly three quarters (72%) of parents whose children take a packed lunch say they would encourage their child to buy lunch from school more often if there were more nutritious options on the menu. If their child hasn’t eaten nutritious, filling food at school, parents say it affects them when they get home: 👉 They are hungry and fill up on convenient, easy-to-eat snacks (e.g. crisps, biscuits, sugary drinks) 👉They are ‘hangry’ (angry / grumpy due to hunger) 👉They have little energy 👉They communicate less than usual 👉They don’t concentrate on their homework very well 👉They are not as interested in taking part in their after-school activities and clubs Read more>> https://lnkd.in/eCQJFWMx #publicfood #schoolfood #brainfood Rob Owen Anna Clapson

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3 in 4 On Premise consumers in Britain drink hot beverages in the out-of-home, including their iced varieties ☕ 🧊 Andy Hodgson reveals that consumers are looking beyond cost and cup size when making buying decisions. It's no longer enough for suppliers to simply provide a product, it's essential to work with operators to meet consumers' evolving needs. Explore the latest in hot beverages - https://lnkd.in/g9nmXni5 #OutOfHome #HotBeverages #ConsumerTrends #Coffee #PurchasingDecisions

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It' s 12 months ago since we published an in depth round table perspective on the South West’s Food and Drink sector by industry leaders from across the Food Drink Devon membership. Interesting to look back at the views now to see what came true, what changed across the topics and what's still evolving. Staffing, supply chains, marketing were all hot topics in March 2023 - has it changed? For us at Webselect it's interesting to observe the pace of food and drink sustainability and provenance being a significant purchase consideration for consumers. Are your customers more demanding in this area in the last 12 months? Download the original report here: https://lnkd.in/dmqc7zgV Kate Rippin | Clair Harrison-Jones | #ecommerce #food #insights

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Results from our latest Food & Drink Industry Survey show that food and drink businesses across the UK are finding it challenging to source and recruit the right staff for their business. Despite this, there were clear signs of growth in 2023 with 59% increasing their workforces, and overall, 73% of businesses are confident their workforce can meet 2024 demand. Learn more about the 'people' challenges facing the sector by downloading our full report, here: https://bit.ly/49GgG7t #FoodAndDrinkSector #IndustrySurvey #IndustryInsights

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👩🏼‍💻 In the latest of our Lobbying for Good blog series our Business Engagement Manager Chloe MacKean speaks with Lauren Woodley, Senior Nutrition Manager at Nomad Foods, about why regulation is urgently needed to level the playing field in the food industry. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eq_EbJvY

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