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Sustainability Marketing in Practice

Apr 2017

Communicating sustainability has been a key marketing tactic for many food and beverage manufacturers, in order to appeal to a growing band of consumers who seek out ethically, environmentally friendly and sustainably produced products whenever they can. Sustainability is a very broad platform and hence there are wide variations in possibilities for claims made by companies.

365 Everyday Value Caramel Coated Sorghum And Nut Clusters (US).
Florette Cuidate Antiox: Antioxidant Vegetable Salad (Spain)
Birds Eye Inspirations 2 Basil Pesto Chicken Kievs Wrapped In Golden Breadcrumbs (UK)
Kettle Brand Potato Chips With Hawaiian Barbeque Flavor (US)
Marks And Spencer Afternoon Teabags (UK)
Fishpeople Albacore Tuna Yellow Coconut Curry Entrée (US)
Natures Harvest Organic Chocolate Cookies (Malaysia)
Linda McCartney’s Wonderfully Tasty 2 Vegetarian Mushroom And Spinach Burgers (UK)
Green And Blacks Pure Dark Chocolate With Sea Salt (US)
Bahlsen Leibniz Minis Chocolate Biscuit (UK)

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365 Everyday Value Caramel Coated Sorghum And Nut Clusters (US). Sorghum, the ultimate ancient grain. “Sorghum is renowned for being nutrient dense and sustainable, and it’s making a big comeback! Popped, boiled or ground into flour, this great tasting grain is incredible versatile, easy to enjoy, and a great way to add extra fiber, iron, and plant protein to your diet.”

Innova Market Insights data indicates that there is a 2% growth in snack launches globally from 2019 to 2023. Snack Nuts & Seeds (21%) was the leading subcategory of snacks, but Finger Foods/Hors D’oeuvres was growing fastest with 8% growth from 2019 to 2023. Additionally, there was a notable surge in launches for plant-based snacks, which saw a 24% growth from 2019 to 2023.
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Innova Market Insights data indicates that the use of protein ingredients in food and beverage launches globally had a 3% average annual growth from 2019 to 2023, with Bakery being the leading category. Plant-based claims grew the fastest, with a notable increase of 27%. This surge has led to the rise of various plant proteins such as lentil protein, fava bean protein concentrate, field bean protein, and others.
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Innova Market Insights data indicates that there is a growth in low/no/reduced sodium claims in various food & beverage categories. Hot Drinks had a 24% average annual growth from 2021 to 2023. Categories Desserts & Ice Cream and Meat, Fish & Eggs are also on the growth path and show innovation potential.
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Innova Market Insights data indicates that organic claims are expanding into various food & beverage subcategories, painting a new landscape for the use of this claim. Organic flavored alcoholic beverages had a 35% average annual growth from 2019 to 2023. Other subcategories are also gaining ground, like wrapped chocolate pieces and others.
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Innova Market Insights data indicates there is a 2% average annual growth globally in cocoa ingredient use for food & beverage launches. Confectionery is a leader of these launches, with chocolate being the frontrunner, but there is fast growth of cocoa use in meat substitutes with 61% growth from October 2018 to September 2023.
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Consumers are rushing into the world of bold and exciting flavors. Innova Market Insights predicts that flower & botanical flavors will take the lead in food & beverage flavor innovation in 2024. Other flavor trends on the rise include nostalgic vibes, fantasy flavors, emphasis on local delights and a mix of sweet and sour influences.
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