In early January I created my top five trends forecast for 2022. As we are almost half-way through 2022, let’s check in with my 2022 trends forecast to see which predictions are on target. The top five trends 1) Authentic …
Upcycling is a relatively new term for an old concept of using food processing by-products to generate new food products. Years ago, we made sausages from meat scraps and jams from overripe fruit. Today, innovative companies are identifying nutritious by-products …
It is that time of year again when trend predictions are everywhere. For over a decade, my business has been identifying and sharing health, nutrition, food, and agriculture trends. In 2022, we continue to navigate a global pandemic which is …
From food origin and transparency to customer experience and demands, the global food system is complex and interlinked. With the pandemic’s far-reaching implications in the food supply, more than ever, traceability and sustainability are top of mind for both businesses …
Cassava was trending in North America in 2018 for its grain-free, nut-free, gluten-free, and paleo characteristics and remains popular into 2021. It is a nutty-flavoured, starchy root tuber. It’s been a fixture of the West African diet for years because …
The global pandemic has increased scrutiny in the food system. With the pandemic’s far-reaching implications in the food supply, more than ever sustainability needs to be about the entire lifecycle, well beyond the overused selfies with farmers on Instagram. Sustainability …
It is that time of year again when the food trend predictions are starting to pop up for next year. For over a decade, my business has been identifying and sharing food trends. This year – 2020, the start of …
In mid-August I facilitated a customized webinar for the Canadian Farm Writers Federation about how the changing landscape of COVID-19 may influence the demand for Canadian-grown commodities. Following that, I spent three days in Saskatchewan, taking advantage of our domestic …
The global pandemic has transformed the way we shop, eat, and think about food. My clients are asking me which trends will continue as we re-open with the shadow of a second wave looming over us. Based on my experience, …