Foodservice Gamechangers: Bob Stewart

UniPro CEO Bob Stewart shared his thoughts on the foodservice industry’s future, including the impact of consolidation and succession planning.

The State of Early-Stage Food Brands

Dr. James Richardson, owner of Premium Growth Solutions, discusses the current funding dynamics for early-stage food companies.

COLUMN: Is There a New Vanguard of Plant-Based Companies?

It’s no secret that the plant-based sector has seen its fair share of turbulence the past few years, but some products on display at the 2024 National Restaurant Association Show may buck these current trends.

Four Key Themes from the 2024 BMO Farm to Market Conference

At the 2024 BMO Farm to Market Conference, a few key themes emerged for the food, beverage, and agriculture sectors.

Exploring Consumer Dining Dynamics

How are foodservice consumers contending with persistent inflation? Are they eating more at home, for example, or continuing to treat themselves at their favorite restaurants?

The State of U.S. Agriculture (2024)

Corn stocks, poultry flocks and highly-pathogenic avian influenza – what does the U.S. agricultural system look like amid these headwinds?

Supply Side East 2024 Recap: Adapting to Evolving Trends in the Supplement Market

Supply Side East 2024: consumers are health-conscious and looking for products to support their well-being.

Developing a New-Age Nugget

How does one jump from aerospace engineering into plant-based chicken nugget production? That’s exactly the leap that Christie Lagally, CEO & Founder of Rebellyous Foods, took.

Examining the LTO Craze

From lattes to chicken sandwiches to desserts, it seems every restaurant is hopping on the limited-time offer (LTO) craze to drive traffic and check growth.

Navigating the Future of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and environmental challenges, the concept of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) is at the forefront of a profound transformation in the agricultural sector.

Making the Business Case for DEI

Is there a business case to be made for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts? According to Julie Swift, the answer is a resounding yes.

Seed to Ceiling: Exploring Controlled Environment Agriculture

Agritecture founder and CEO Henry Gordon-Smith joined The Food Institute Podcast to break down the sector’s prospects, technological advancements, and what types of foods are being grown indoors.

Five Ways Generative AI is Impacting the Food Industry

How exactly is Generative AI impacting the food industry? In a recent episode of The Food Institute Podcast, RSM US LLP principal Christian Winzeler broke down five main ways the emerging technology is altering the …

IFMA COEX 2024: Key Themes and Industry Trends

Josh Linkner issued the opening keynote for the COEX 2024 and noted that creativity and innovation was critical for continued growth and success. He also noted that research had found all humans are naturally drawn to creativity, but that it manifested in different ways.

Egg Market Remains Volatile Amid HPAI, Cage-Free Standards

Egg prices were volatile in 2023 due to highly pathogenic avian influenza. Not much has changed as the calendar has turned to 2024.

GenAI’s Impact on the Food Industry

RSM US LLP principal Christian Winzeler discusses GenAI’s impact on marketing, business operations, and even production formulations.

Three Key Grocery Shopper Trends in 2024

Grocery shoppers are adapting their buying patterns in response to economic uncertainties and external influences in 2024.

The Evolving Grocery Consumer

Alex Trott, director of insights with 84.51°, helps break down current pain points and opportunities that grocery consumers are facing.

The State of Plant-Based 2024

David Benzaquen of Mission: Plant and Moonshot Collaborative breaks down the demographics of plant-based eating in 2024.

Exploring the Wild Foods and Foraging Market: An Emerging Consumer Trend

The wild foods and foraging market has been steadily gaining traction among consumers, fueled by the allure of locally sourced and unique ingredients. Not only does this trend tap into the essence of sustainable eating, …

Global Cuisines, LTOs to Feature Prominently for Foodservice in 2024

The foodservice industry has endured its fair share of turbulence since the pandemic, but where will things go for the industry in 2024? Lizzy Freier, Director, Menu Research & Insights at Technomic, joined The Food …

How Will the Red Sea Attacks Affect the Food Industry?

Ongoing attacks on container ships in the Red Sea are causing global shipping carriers, importers, and exporters to reimagine trade routes and merchandising plans in early 2024. That said, how is this evolving dynamic impacting …

Health and Wellness Trends for 2024

Datassential’s Marie Molde breaks down what health and wellness attributes consumers are looking for on restaurant menus in 2024.

The 2024 Foodservice Forecast

Lizzy Freier, Director, Menu Research & Insights at Technomic discusses restaurant traffic, international cuisines, LTOs and more.

Will Beef Prices Stay Elevated into 2024?

Looking ahead, Zimmerman noted that prices would likely increase in the new year, but the magnitude of that increase would likely be more subtle in 2024.

Analysis: 3 Foodservice Delivery Trends in 2023, according to Third-Party Delivery

Even in the face of record inflation, consumers have remained resilient and have stuck with third-party delivery apps for the convenience of a delivered meal. But what exactly did they order in 2023?

Evolution Empowered – Tracking IFMA’s Transformation

IFMA President & CEO Phil Kafarakis discusses how his organization is going through a transformation to better serve its members under this new industry paradigm.

Collaboration and Transparency Showcased at IFMA Presidents Conference

Blumenthal said one of the major positive shifts he had seen since the pandemic was an increased focus on collaboration across the foodservice continuum.

Four Areas of Innovation Featured at the 2023 IFMA Presidents Conference

Innovation was on the menu at the 2023 IFMA Presidents Conference – including new technology, emerging international flavors, and more.

Collaboration and Actionable Data are Key for Foodservice Success

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Finding actionable data in the foodservice space requires true collaboration among stakeholders. That was one of the major points Tom Hannon, president of Sky Co-op, shared with The Food Institute at the …

IFMA Presidents Conference Recap: Imagination, Collaboration, and a New Vision

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. –  For the food-away-from-home (FAFH) ecosystem to succeed, stakeholders including operators, manufacturers, distributors, and service providers will need to work more closely than ever before. That was one of the major themes on …

3 Key Themes for Foodservice from DMA Live in Texas

Labor challenges, diverging dining hours, and burgeoning menus were among the foodservice themes explored at DMA’s event in Texas.

Becoming Omnipresent with Daily Harvest

Daily Harvest founder and CEO Rachel Drori explains how her company aims to meet consumers where they are via direct-to-consumer and retail channels.

Tracking Latin-American Influence on Food and Food Retail

The Latin population in the U.S. is growing – how does this impact the U.S. grocery retail sector as a whole?

Who is the Modern Grocery Consumer?

Consumers have been hammered by the one-two punch of the pandemic and inflation, which is impacting what they buy and where they get it.

AI, Automation and Growth Mindset Key to 2024 Plans

What do food companies need to do to ensure growth in 2024? While there’s no clear-cut answer, many appear focused on deploying artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, automating processes where possible, and maintaining an agile growth …