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Organic growth rates to come under pressure

Further evidence that Organic is losing the argument to Locally produced food.

Watch out though – Local is, although growing rapidly, will soon be everywhere – which means further differentiation will be needed to maintain sales. This is particularly the case for independent retailers, such as Farm Shops.

‘Local’ branding could soon be as impotent as ‘natural’ or ‘traditional’.

Watch this space – this market is moving very fast indeed.
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Flavor Forecasts for 2009

Looking ahead to 2009, Mintel forecasts that manufacturers will reach for exotic fruits and fresh, soothing flavors with a touch of spice to jazz up their new products. Nature-inspired aromas will also be a real hit. From food and drink to household and personal care, Mintel’s leading new product expert, Lynn Dornblaser, reveals the new tastes and smells she expects to see hitting global markets soon:
• Persimmon — Viewed as a unique and exotic fruit, persimmon is (more…)

WHEN it comes to experimentation and innovation in the world of food, John Knox is an up-and-coming big cheese.

That’s not an exaggeration, because Mr Knox is the man behind the re-appearance of classic Staffordshire cheeses now rapidly regaining some of their former popularity.

And his efforts have won international recognition as he is the only UK cheese-maker to individually win an EU-protected designation order (PDO) for his products.

The designation means that only cheeses made in (more…)

We are what we eat?

Britons prefer Thai takeaway to fish and chips and want food produced locally, according to an unprecedented government report. By Jane Merrick

Sunday, 23 November 2008
The new study examines what we buy, what we consume – and what we throw away from our fridges

Jason Alden

The new study examines what we buy, what we consume – and what we throw away from our fridges

The typical Briton is giving up fish and chips in favour of Thai takeaways and choosing locally (more…)