Business Insights & Trends

Quick commerce takes speed to a new level and changes the way we shop. From spontaneous snacks to regional specialties - ultra-fast commerce is creating new opportunities and challenges for the food industry. Find out how sales professionals can make strategic use of these trends.

Climate change and increasing prices are facing the cocoa industry with major challenges. From the cultivation and sustainable production, through to new regulations - discover how manufacturers are encountering the growing expectations of the consumers and securing the future of chocolate with innovative strategies.

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Alternative proteins, including plant-based proteins, insect protein, algae protein, mushroom-based proteins, rennet-derived meat (cell culture meat), as well as other innovative options, are expanding across the market, offering consumers novel ways to achieve their protein goals.

Every year, Innova Market Insights presents the top food trends for the coming 12 months. Read our article to learn which trends will dominate the food and beverage industry in 2024.

The temporary closures of restaurants due to the pandemic, followed by a cost of living crisis and political instability: All of these circumstances have led to a change in the consumers' attitude towards out-of-home food services.

Breaking barriers between start-ups and industry leaders is unlocking a world of innovative solutions to the challenge of food security. Through synergistic relationships, sustainable and profitable food production is becoming possible.

Restaurants around the world are expanding their menus with exciting plant-based offerings, often created in collaboration with plant-based brands. Katleen Haefele, Head of Food Services & Events, explains in an interview how restaurant owners benefit from the demand for "plant-based".

Opportunities exist for innovative launches in the European dairy and dairy alternative sectors. Tapping into localized trends and global concerns opens a world of possibilities in a stable market. Although NPD growth has been slightly below sales growth from 2018 to 2022, luxurious and indulgence flavors, health and wellness and positive sustainability messages are all contributing to launch activity.