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Grateful & Excited: Exploring Trend Insights with Prepared Foods! I’m honored to have my article Charting the Future: Mastering Trend Trajectories to Drive Bold Business Decisions published in Prepared Foods Magazine! 🙌 This second installment of the series dives into how food and beverage processors can move beyond imitation, leveraging data and trend insights to lead the way in innovation. 🌟 A huge thank you to Prepared Foods for this opportunity to share my passion for helping brands navigate trends and create bold strategies for success. Stay tuned for the final article in the series! #CulinaryTides #SuzyBadaracco #TrendsForesight #FoodInnovation #TrendInsights #PreparedFoods #LeadNotFollow Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eat8pbQg

💡 Did you know? Consumers are now shifting their focus from price to value, variety and perceived benefits when purchasing processed goods. This fascinating insight is just one of the findings from Südzucker’s annual consumer survey on European consumption and behaviour, created in collaboration with us at Human8. Since 2021, this research has provided actionable trends for the food and beverage industry, feeding into Südzucker’s Sweet Trends report. In a recent interview, our very own experts Nina Bethmann and Sarah Ohlenforst dive into how shopping behaviour has evolved, what this means for processed food manufacturers, and how brands can align with consumer needs across categories like baked goods, chocolates, dairy, and beverages. 🥐🍫 Read the full interview here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ekbUYUvP #dowhatmatters #consumerinsights #foodindustry

Better For products continue to nearly 4x growth rates of all other Non-Better For product offerings. Consistent growth over time has now allowed these products to represent nearly 10% of volume across Food and Beverage. Better For is certainly a leading driver for Emerging Brands but larger brands can also find growth with this classification. Reach out to me directly to hear more about NielsenIQ's Better For segment!

Discover the latest trends shaping the Food and Beverage landscape: 🚫 Focus on in-stock status and void reduction ✔️ Significance of distribution effectiveness 💲 Move from dollar growth to unit sales, driven by post-COVID consumer behaviors 💰 Major investments in data tools leading to strategic industry evolutions Curious for more insights? Let's talk! #GetWiser #RetailTrends #RetailInsights #BetterData

"Any noise in the data from past disruptions is no longer relevant and growth is anything but certain," said SipSource Analyst Dale Stratton. Descriptive data analytics is showing how difficult 2023 was for the beverage alcohol industry, however there is no single agreed-upon view of what this means for the future. #dataanalytics #predictiveanalytics #alcoholicbeverages #alcoholindustry https://lnkd.in/ea4BWnfb

🔍 As Suzy, the leading market research software platform, we've spotted an emerging trend that's making waves in the food & beverage industry. Meet Wilde Chips, a brand of potato chips that's redefining snack time with unique flavors and high-quality ingredients. 🥔🌶️ Over the past year, we've noticed a staggering 135% increase in Google search volume for Wilde Chips, indicating a growing interest and demand for this innovative snack. 📈 This trend is particularly notable in key categories such as food, food-beverage, health, and ecommerce. Consumers are increasingly seeking out healthier, tastier, and more convenient snack options, and Wilde Chips seems to be hitting the mark. 🎯 Third-party data also supports this story. According to a recent report by Nielsen, sales of premium snacks like Wilde Chips are outpacing total food and beverage sales growth by 300%. 🚀 Food & beverage manufacturers, it's time to take note. The future of snacking is here, and it's Wilde. Stay ahead of the curve with Suzy's data-driven insights. 💡 #FoodTrends #BeverageTrends #MarketResearch #SuzyInsights

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅&𝐁 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 This article explores the transformative forces behind the changing F&B sector and the impact on businesses, consumers, and the environment. Read More: https://bityl.co/NtU0 #foodsandbeverages #beverage #beverageindustry #foodindustry #fandb #foodsector #business #businessstrategy

A bit about US food and beverage growth for brands to think about as we go into 2025. Price and mix are driving over 85% of the growth. With very little population growth, the $$ are no longer in the pounds. Brands should focus on enhancing value and partnering with aligned customers. Macro trend and national customer information available for download. Compiled using publicly available federal reserve data and segment reporting from company SEC filings.

Stabilization appears to be the theme for food and bev in the coming year rather than growth, according to this story by Keith Nunes on Circana's latest projections. #bakingindustry #foodandbeverage

Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Embracing the Digital Age! Exciting new report from CRB dives deep into digital transformation in the F&B industry! The food and beverage industry is undergoing a digital revolution, with manufacturers embracing automation, control systems, and data analytics to boost efficiency and stay competitive. CRB's latest Horizons report, "Horizons: Digital Age of Food Manufacturing," explores these trends based on a survey of over 300 industry leaders. Here are some key takeaways: Early adopters are leading the charge: 37% of respondents consider themselves early adopters of Industry 4.0, leveraging technology integrations and real-time analytics. Challenges remain: However, over 20% grapple with disconnected automation, highlighting the complexity of digital transformation. Industry 4.0: Beyond the Buzzword: The report goes beyond the hype, offering practical steps for achieving digital maturity. Focus on Productivity & Sustainability: Over 70% target the highest levels of digital maturity in 3 years, with most valuing productivity gains from automation. Additionally, 97% are partnering with sustainability experts to address ESG concerns. Investing in the Future: Despite economic headwinds, half of respondents plan to invest in automation within 3 years. Download the free report today and gain valuable insights into how F&B manufacturers are navigating the digital age! https://lnkd.in/gQz_PDb5 #FoodManufacturing #DigitalTransformation #Industry4.0 #CRB #Sustainability