Insight
Key executives share their successes, learning points, market trends and research findings here.
World: Consumer demand for natural ingredients boosts stevia sales
The global stevia market is projected to account for US$565.2 million of the overall sweetener market by 2020, registering a compound annual growth rate...
Americas: Consumers need solutions to eat healthy, finds study
Consumers have a desire to make healthier choices, but have historically been unable to find solutions to fit both their lifestyle and needs, while...
Europe: UK consumers want stress-reducing food, finds report
More UK consumers are suffering from stress, sleep deprivation and a lack of energy.
In 2015, Britons are vowing to improve their work/life balance, reduce...
Americas: A grocer’s backroom is liken to a small manufacturing facility, tna tells FNI
Besides price and product mix, the total cost of ownership (TCO) of equipment and efficient backroom processes can help retailers and grocers maximize their...
Europe: More Danes are eating healthily, finds research
More fish and vegetables and less sugar-sweetened soft drinks are some of the new trends that contribute positively to the Danish diet.
These are some...
Europe: Most food samples containing pesticide residue are within legal limits, says EFSA
More than 97% of food samples evaluated by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) contain pesticide residue levels that fall within legal limits, with...
Europe: Britons are demanding healthier foods with labels, says Mintel
As the hype around healthy eating continues to grow, it seems supermarkets across Britain have reached new levels in stocking their shelves to appeal...
Americas: Emulsifiers may contribute to obesity-related disorders, say researchers
Emulsifiers, which are added to most processed foods to aid texture and extend shelf life, can alter the gut microbiota composition and localization to...
Europe/Asia Pacific: Nuts found to lengthen lifespan, say researchers
Researchers examined the association of nut consumption with mortality among low-income and racially diverse populations and found that the intake of peanuts was associated...
Asia Pacific: Region’s market revenue for amino acids, specialty proteins to reach S$11.84 billion...
The increasing prosperity of developing countries in Asia Pacific and the concomitant rise in consumer awareness regarding dietary supplements are propelling the region's amino...