Articles Tagged with ''consumer trends''

Distilled spirits gain market share in 2012

Industry groups point to regulatory modernization.
February 7, 2013
Industry groups point to regulatory modernization.
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TECH FLASH

Graphical shape, orientation and alignment: What do customers want?

If you’re not paying attention to packaging preferences, you could be leaving profits on the shelf.
February 13, 2013

Research into consumer preference shows inclinations toward certain graphical elements.


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TECH FLASH

Growing consumer support for local food

A study shows US consumers value local over other factors.
February 13, 2013

Big box retailers and national supermarkets will have to overcome low trust in their ability to deliver local foods.


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TECH FLASH

Nanomaterials: Promising technology, potential controversy

A lack of transparency surrounds the versatile new technology.
February 26, 2013

Some are calling for more information from food companies on nanomaterial use.


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TECH FLASH

Caffeine regulation efforts complicated by lack of information, differing tolerance

Regulatory efforts are hampered by industry resistance and differing consumer reactions.
February 26, 2013

FDA limits on caffeine are different for energy drinks than other beverages.


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Price less important for meat consumers

Consumers are increasingly concerned with convenience in addition to price.
February 27, 2013
Consumers are increasingly concerned with convenience in addition to price.
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Packaging

Shake your bottle

March 6, 2013

Old ideas that clicked are tailor made for recycling, provided they have a contemporary twist.


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TECH FLASH

Consumers still seeking out value

A new report on consumer packaged goods says buyers remain frugal.
March 12, 2013

Energy drinks and nutritional supplements had the strongest growth.


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Organic attitudes and beliefs study finds growing trust

More consumers are buying organic, and trust in certification is up.
April 8, 2013
More consumers are buying organic, and trust in certification is up.
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Editor's Note

At the crossroads in the age of transparency

Prove the food safety science behind your product, and the truth shall set you free from detractors.
April 9, 2013

About a year ago, the food industry was embroiled in the lean, finely textured beef media frenzy.


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Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo 2013

Images from Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo in Naples, Florida, April 14-17, 2013.

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  • What is the GRI and the Food Processing Sector Supplement?
  • Why are companies producing CSRs?
  • What are latest CSR trends?
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