Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a wide-ranging branch of computer science that has the power to revolutionise the way we live. Its impact on the food and beverage industry is powerful too, and in recent years many leading food manufacturers have invested in a suite of technologies which improve food safety, reduce waste and increase their profits. Here we outline the top 5 ways AI can help grow and improve the food industry today.

An estimated 25 billion tons of food goes to waste each year in the United States. This is a staggering number, and has lead many food manufacturers to look for ways to reduce food waste. So here are the top 5 food waste solutions for the future.

For many years food and beverage manufacturers have searched for ways to incorporate more accurate ledger technologies into their supply chains. More recently all eyes have fallen on blockchain technology as a means by which improve traceability protocols. Blockchain can trace and record all transactions in a supply chain, which strengthens food management, safety and quality. And today a vast array of leading manufacturers are leveraging the power of blockchain.

Snacking has been an increasingly popular food trend in the last decade. But the COVID-19 pandemic has only increased the demand for snacks, since more people have stayed at home. On average, US consumers are eating 2.6 snacks a day, with 42% reporting they consume more than three snacks per day. But looking beyond the pandemic, what trends are going to emerge in the global snack food market?

From cloud bread to fufu, here are the top 5 biggest food trends to have emerged on TikTok.

Teenagers and young people are the primary demographic for TikTok — a video-sharing social networking service that has a major impact on food trends. Using creator tools and interactive filters users create their own vertical videos. The TikTok app has been downloaded over 2.6 billion times worldwide, so it’s easy to see why understanding its trends are an important for the food and beverage industry.

A recent comprehensive assessment of world wide food waste by the United Nations found that we waste 1 billion tonnes of food per year. Food wastage is responsible for around 10% of the emissions driving the climate emergency, and food and beverage manufacturers also occur great expense. According to the UN, food waste is defined as “any removal of food from the supply chain which is or was at some point fit for human consumption”, and the UN continues that this is “mainly caused by economic behaviour, poor stock management or neglect”. However waste can be significantly reduced for food and beverage manufacturers via the adoption of Demand Forecasting tools. These detailed forecasts help reduce food waste in these top 5 ways!

It is estimated that by 2050 the world's population will reach 9.1 billion, and so concerns about securing a sustainable supply of food for everyone have led to many innovators developing lab-grown alternatives for some of our most common foods. But what are they top 5 most innovative lab grown foods today? And how can their production support a more sustainable food industry?

The food and beverage industry is one of the most regulated in the world, but inventory management tools and food traceability systems can empower food manufacturers — ensuring their reputations remain intact, and they avoid financial losses and fines.

COVID-19 has impacted consumer food trends in a variety of ways. Here are the to 5 shifts that have occurred.

Today forward-thinking food and beverage manufacturers leverage machine learning technology (ML) to aid their demand planning processes. Machine learning supports manufacturing processes at every stage, decreasing expenses, reducing waste and improving quality. But how do demand planning and machine learning intersect?

Microencapsulation is the process in which tiny particles or droplets are enclosed within a thin coating, and the technique has wide applications within the food and beverage industry. It is a method by which liquid droplets, solid particles or gas compounds are enclosed within thin layers of a microencapsulating agent. During the past decade, there has been a great expansion in the development of microencapsulated food ingredients. And the method is increasingly attracting the attention of food and beverage manufacturers as a means to achieve product differentiation and enhance product value. In fact, the global microencapsulation market was valued at $8.5 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach $15.5 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 12.9% from 2020 to 2025.

Forecasting is the method of predicting the volume of sales of a product for a specific period of time in the future, may that be a day, week, month or even years. The process of forecasting involves taking into consideration a number of factors which may directly impact sales. These include past sales, holidays, seasons, or even a global pandemic. The food and beverage industry is often derided for its unique challenges; raw ingredient perishability, volatile commodity pricing, and ever shifting consumer demands and tastes. But here we list the top 5 forecasting tips you can adopt to ensure your food and beverage products can always accurately meet their demand.

Launching a new food and beverage product comes with many challenges. And the truth is 7 out of 10 new products fail. So how what are the best strategies to adopt in order to establish a successful entry into the highly competitive food and beverage market?

The importance of sustainability within the food and beverage industry is at the forefront of our minds more than ever before. Here Cashmere Systems release their food and beverage sustainability solutions that are predicted to transform the sector in 2021.

For food and beverage manufacturers, traceability is the ability to trace each ingredient of a product from “farm to fork” through the creation of a batch genealogy. Traceability in the food and beverage supply chain is crucial during outbreaks and recalls, according to food safety experts. But what are the five best traceability tips to make sure your food and beverage company is always one step ahead?

The production of animal products generates the majority of food-related greenhouse-gas emissions — up to 78% of total agricultural emissions. And given the projected growth in the global population, the future demand for protein is expected to increase significantly. In response, plant-based proteins have been headline grabbing and appearing in greater numbers in recent years. But what are the top five innovative plant-based proteins of the future?

It’s that time of year again — Veganuary! This bright, entirely plant-based start to the New Year is set to be the biggest ever. Over 400,000 individuals signed up to take part in 2020, with that number is set to rise this January 2021. Launched in the UK in 2014, Veganuary’s mission is to encourage people to consume only plant foods for the month of January. So if you’re up for the challenge, check out our top 5 Veganuary tips to make sure your plant-based challenge is successful.

Many food and beverage companies hope to adopt new, greener practices. If you have a real desire to be eco-conscious, developing a more sustainable business model can be a solid foundation to improving customer perception of your company and providing significant savings to your bottom line. Here are our top 5 tips for eco-conscious food and beverage manufacturers.

Superfoods are mostly plant-based foods (but also sometimes fish and dairy) that are thought to be nutritionally dense, with a supposed capacity to positively affect health. Traditionally kale, blueberries, acai and ginger have been top of the superfood list. But times are changing. If you want to know what the leading superfood trends will be in 2021, then look no further.

In September 2020, the FDA unveiled the FSMA Proposed Rule for Food Traceability. This document serves to standardize traceability practices for high risk products in the food and beverage industry. The FDA’s proposed traceability requirements are complex, so here we simplify how your food and beverage company can fully comply with these latest regulations.