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Keep up with the latest topics in the food & beverage industry with the SIAL America Blog. Get insights on consumer trends, industry tips, and information from all industry viewpoints (retail, food services, distribution, manufacturing, food processing, etc.). Featuring related news and data about all product categories at SIAL America, we provide valuable information to our network of industry professionals. New articles are posted weekly.
The Food Industry is at a Crossroads
“It is not the strongest of species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change” (Charles Darwin, 1809) The US has gone through one of the most dramatic periods of change in its history. After coming out of the Great Financial Crisis...
6 Future-Proof Foods That Consumers Are Loving Now
Future-proof foods require sustainable food practices whether you are a food producer, packager, or an environmentally conscious consumer. Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental costs of food consumption, such as how avocados, cattle, and almonds use up...
The A-to-Z Guide to Eco-Friendly Food Packaging
Human concerns related to plastics include their accumulation in landfills and oceans, the formation of micro and nano plastics, and exposure of humans to toxins when chemicals from packaging leach into the food. In addition to the toxic chemicals knowingly used to...
Should You Invest in Ghost Kitchens?
Should You Invest in Ghost Kitchens? While consumers will still patronize dine-in establishments, many prefer home delivery services over traditional restaurant experiences. With the demand for food delivery growing, many restaurateurs are looking to invest in...
6 Food Delivery Trends to Watch For in 2023
For anyone who thought food delivery was a big deal in 2020, just wait as 2023 gets into full swing. This is the year that experts expect this industry to take off, thanks to the food delivery trends coming into place to create the ideal conditions for growth. This...
5 Steps Suppliers Can Take to Prevent Food Wastage
In 2023, food suppliers are looking at ways to improve the supply chain and prevent food wastage. Each year, the U.S. wastes 30% to 40% of its food supply. Overall, Americans waste approximately 80 billion pounds of food annually, accounting for about $161 billion in...
6 Characteristics of the Perfect Drive-Thru Restaurant
Drive-thru restaurant sales make up 70% of fast food sales in the U.S. During Q2 of 2020, drive-thru visits increased by 26%, causing them to become some restaurants' primary source of revenue. While many restaurants were closing their doors in 2020, many drive-thru...
5 Red Meat Alternatives You Can Offer to Your Customers
Red meat alternatives are growing in popularity as consumers look for plant-based options. While not every recipe or menu idea will require a vegan option, you can offer healthier options to your patrons than red meat. Let's examine the top five alternatives you can...
Food business strategy: moving from what, to when and how.
Think less about WHAT foods consumers want, and focus instead on WHEN and HOW they want them. --- When it comes to food and beverage shopping, fortunes are spent annually by brands and retailers of all sizes to understand how consumers make buying decisions. And,...