30 Jun 2022 --- The European soft drinks sector has delivered a 17.7% reduction in average added sugars in the last seven years based on the bolstered health and nutrition commitments set out by... Read More

29 Jun 2022 --- Tracking the upward trajectory of the demand for vegan and plant-based chocolate, Beneo touts rice as the ideal ingredient to deliver on taste, texture and the quintessential... Read More

28 Jun 2022 --- Pernod Ricard is launching an interactive digital label system to inform consumers about product ingredients, associated health risks, as well as local drinking guidelines. The... Read More

28 Jun 2022 --- Innovative launches of seafood and meat replacement solutions as well as new flavor concepts and functional health ingredients, will be among the highlights at the upcoming IFT... Read More

24 Jun 2022 --- Roquette is launching two rice-based proteins, extending the company's portfolio and Nutralys brand. The new proteins will be available first in Europe and North America.

07 Jul 2021 --- Innova Market Insights’ latest survey of 10,000 consumers across ten countries evidences the mainstay demand for F&B products with immunity claims. Lu Ann Williams, global insights director, details the regional variances of the trend while highlighting popular formats for wellness-promoting ingredients.

19 Nov 2020 --- Chang Liu, market analyst at Innova Market Insights, discusses “Tailored to Fit,” one of the market researcher’s Top Trends for 2021. Liu explains how personalization comes into play for NPD and how technology is impacting the space. Moreover, she elaborates on how different consumer generations are perceiving the personalization trend. 

28 Oct 2020 --- “Transparency Triumphs” leads Innova Market Insights’ newly unveiled Top Ten Trends for 2021. Lu Ann Williams, global insights director, shares a deep dive into these themes’ evolution in successful product trends. In other spotlighted F&B product themes, the sustained plant-based revolution is branching out into more sophisticated alternatives. At the same time, COVID-19’s influence over omnichannel eating has bolstered interest in immunity-elevating offerings.

19 Oct 2020 --- Agrana Fruit has published its latest trend blog entitled “Act for Future,” which focuses on developing future-proof sustainability solutions. In 2019, 87 percent of consumers expected companies to invest in sustainability – 22 percent more than in the previous year, according to data from Innova Market Insights. This year, global consumers have become even more concerned about environmental issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Melanie Sturm, Agrana Fruit's global market & consumer insights manager, shares insights on the issues surrounding sustainability.

24 Sep 2020 --- Authenticity is a key part of the storytelling process in food and beverage development. Akhil Aiyar, market analyst at Innova Market Insights, presents the market researcher's latest report highlighting the different ways in which these authentic stories are being told. Direct claims using generic on-pack language such as "authentic" or "traditional" have been a popular approach for some time. However, strategies appear to be moving on, with a growing focus on recipe choices and traceability to help build a truly authentic image.

02 Jun 2020 --- As consumers become increasingly adventurous with their food choices, snack products have evolved to include new hybrids and unusual combinations. Learn why hybrids were identified as one of the 2020 top ten food trends by Innova Market Insights and discover new global product examples utilizing California almonds a key ingredient.

01 Feb 2014 --- It is clear that there will be changes in the EU food colorings market, as there are products there that will not comply with the Guidance Notes. An interview about expansion plans, natural color use, EU regulatory changes and other issues.

Plant-based eating is expanding its customer base - it’s not about cutting meat and dairy entirely. Plant-based innovation is diversifying beyond traditional categories, while... Read More

The fastest-growing categories of food and beverage launches tracked with flavor ingredients are meat substitutes +55%, spreads +15% and ready meals and side dishes with +11%. The top... Read More

Indulgent dairy launch activity remains stable over time, with opportunities for new products in ice cream and frozen yogurt. Meanwhile, different cheese products are among the... Read More

Chocolate confectionery launch activity has remained stable over the past five years, while chocolate bars is the fastest-growing chocolate confectionery subcategory. Different cocoa... Read More

According to Innova Market Insights, the health of the planet is now the top global issue for consumers worldwide. In line with this, brands are adopting more prominent messages on-pack.... Read More

19 Jul 2021 --- Demand for functional food continues to grow with more and more consumers looking for foods with a specific health benefit. Join Swati Kalgaonkar, Associate Director, Nutrition Research Programme at the Almond Board of California and Lu Ann Williams, Global Insights Director at Innova Market Insights as they highlight this growing trend, exploring demand for food with skin health credentials, and how developers can respond using California almonds.

23 Oct 2020 --- NewsBite recaps some of the latest industry-related stories from the last few days. Highlights include how “Transparency Triumphs” leads Innova Market Insights’ Top Ten Trends for 2021. Cultivated meat pioneers Aleph Farms launched a “steaks in space” program and Barry Callebaut’s new brand Cabosse Naturals features a range of ingredients that showcase the zesty taste and natural richness of cacaofruit.

22 May 2020 --- This week, Innova Market Insights flagged how COVID-19 challenges behaviors when it comes to flavors, while Kerry’s acrylamide-reducing Acryleast yeast solution received “organic suitable” status in the EU. Meanwhile, DSM unveiled its new line of cheese cultures for boosting the yield and resource efficiency of mozzarella cheese production.

08 May 2020 --- In this week’s headlines, we took a look at divisive “milk-spraying” demonstrations taking place across Europe, new funding within the European insect-based sector, and the rise of blockchain as a valuable tool helping brands tap into Innova Market Insights’ Top Trend for 2020 – “Storytelling: Winning with Words.”Read more:Dairy crisis: “Milk-spraying” protests polarize sector as producers push for EU-wide production cutsBug-based ingredients: New European project to propel insect-derived productsFairfood’s blockchain traces food “back to its genesis” for effective brand storytelling

28 Feb 2017 --- The foodservice sector is always a great source of inspiration for food manufacturers, as creative chefs and food service operators are typically at the cutting edge of creating new trends and inspired cuisines.   Kara Nielsen is a Sales & Engagement Manager at Innova Market Insights, and is particularly well versed on key trends occurring in the US foodservice space.    FoodIngredientsFirst spoke with Kara about the current food service trends and where the opportunities are for innovation. 

17 Mar 2022 --- With personal health and global sustainability proving to be strong drivers of consumer choice, plant-based R&D has refocused from mimicking meat, fish and dairy, to optimizing options that stand on their own merits. “Plant-based: The canvas for innovation” is #2 of Innova Market Insights’ Top Ten Trends for 2022. Join Myrthe de Beukelaar, Sr. Market Analyst, as she elaborates on the evolution of plant-based options in the food and beverage industry.

17 Mar 2022 --- Indulgence is an essential element of confectionery products, but how can manufacturers also answer the call for "better for you" chocolate products without compromising on taste and texture? Chocolate category and consumer data from Innova Market Insights and the Almond Board of California indicate multiple ways "better for you" formulations are leading to compelling product claims. View examples of new product development and inspirational recipe concepts that demonstrate how to stay at the cutting edge of the confectionery category.

15 Feb 2022 --- Dairy remains one of the world’s most valuable food sectors with a healthy and nutritious image, and the potential for ongoing added value. It is also highly diverse, with its popularity varying widely in different parts of the world and consumers increasingly looking for authentic comfort and indulgence in this traditional category. Innova's Global Insights Director, Lu Ann Williams, shares how major developments such as competition from plant-based alternatives and the COVID-19 crisis are driving innovation in the dairy sector.

19 Jan 2022 --- The sweets and snacks landscape is ever-changing. Factors such as the pandemic have undeniably impacted how, what, where and why consumers indulge or treat themselves. Trends are emerging and evolving, driving continuous innovation in the industry. Join Innova’s webinar as we present the top trends that will drive innovation in 2022 and delve into the ‘what’ and the ‘why’ behind developments in sweets and snacks.

03 Nov 2021 --- The food and beverage landscape is ever-changing. Factors such as the pandemic have undeniably impacted how, what, where and why consumers eat and drink. Trends are emerging and evolving, driving continuous innovation in the industry. Lu Ann Williams, Global Insights Director, presents the Top Ten Trends Innova has identified for 2022 and reveals their impact on the food and beverage sector.