Month: February 2015

More almond milk, Greek yogurt, quinoa, and sea salt are in America’s kitchens today than in 2011, the last time The NPD Group, a leading global information company, conducted its Kitchen Audit survey, which asks U.S. consumers to report on what appliances, cookware, and utensils they own, food ingredients they have on hand, usage, and sources of recipes. Growth in these items and other ingredients suggest a growing interest in fresh and more healthful options, says NPD. …

The Reusable Packaging Association is hosting a unique and interactive forum for supply chain professionals who use reusables to actively collaborate and solve the challenges of reusables and increase their return on investment. The Reusable Packaging Forum will be April 28-29 in Chicago. …

Lack of growth, price pressure from food retailers and changing consumer behaviour are all creating a challenging environment for the foods sector. New technologies and innovations such as 3D printed food, algae and insects as a form of protein, wearable technology and smart shopping tools have the potential to structurally change the food supply chain in the very near future. …