FoodBev.com Podcast 374667

Hello, and welcome to the ninth episode of our Crunchtime podcast series.  In this episode, we're diving into the digital transformation of the food and beverage industry – and what it really means for food safety. With automation and AI on the rise, the potential to reduce waste, boost efficiency and respond to food safety risks in real time is greater than ever. But what does it take to actually implement these tools on the ground – and where should manufacturers even begin? FoodBev Media's news reporter and digital news editor of Refreshment, Rafaela Sousa, is ed by Julie Vargas, vice president and general manager of identification solutions for Avery Dennison, to explore how digital technologies are creating smarter, safer supply chains and how businesses of all sizes can start unlocking their benefits.

Hello, and welcome to the eighth episode of our Crunchtime podcast series.  This time, we're exploring the impact of the C-Label, for cell-cultivated foods, and the F-Label, for foods made with precision fermentation and other advanced biotech fermentation methods, on the food and beverage industry. These new labels have been introduced by V-Label, the globally recognised certification for vegan and vegetarian products, in recognition of the rapidly advancing food-tech landscape.  FoodBev Media's deputy editor and editor of The Plant Base, Melissa Bradshaw, s head of V-Label Switzerland, Lubo Yotov, to discuss the significance of the new labels and how they will serve to improve transparency and consumer trust across the F&B sector.    

Welcome to the seventh episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In this episode, we dive into weight loss management, with the spotlight on a key topic: 'Weight loss drugs: A new solution to the obesity crisis or disaster waiting to happen?'.

Welcome to this FoodBev Media podcast. Today, we're ed by Fabrizio Tardioli, global marketing director of processed food at Diversey F&B, to discuss a critical issue facing the food processing industry: Listeria contamination.

Welcome to the sixth episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In this episode, we explore gender equality, with the spotlight on a key topic: 'Creating an inclusive culture in food and beverage companies'.

Welcome to The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions podcast series in celebration of the annual Veganuary movement. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base, hosts this special themed series featuring conversations with special guests from across the plant-based food and beverage industry. We're rounding off the 2025 series with part two of our discussion on 'The state of the industry,' where we delve deeper into how consumer purchases are evolving, specific issues for the industry to address such as price parity, and how brands can stay resilient in the face of financial challenges. If you missed part one, be sure to give it a listen first here! Meet the experts... Jasmijn de Boo, global CEO, ProVeg International Thomas Swiers, director and head of food and drink, Interpath Advisory Joe Hill, co-founder, One Planet Pizza Alice Pilkington, global principal food and beverage analyst at Mintel    

Welcome to The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions podcast series in celebration of the annual Veganuary movement. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base, hosts this special themed series featuring conversations with special guests from across the plant-based food and beverage industry. This time, we're ed by a of expert guests to discuss the state of the plant-based industry and some of the challenges currently faced by businesses in the sector. In part one of this special two-part session, we discuss how the market is faring generally, what's behind some of the sweeping statements we're seeing in the headlines and on social media about the plant-based industry, and what brands should prioritise as the sector continues to evolve. Meet the experts... Jasmijn de Boo, global CEO, ProVeg International Thomas Swiers, director and head of food and drink, Interpath Advisory Joe Hill, co-founder, One Planet Pizza Alice Pilkington, global principal food and beverage analyst at Mintel  

Welcome to The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions podcast series, returning for January 2025 in celebration of the annual Veganuary movement. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base, hosts this special themed series featuring conversations with special guests from across the plant-based food and beverage industry. In our first episode of the year, Melissa speaks with Mark Cuddigan, CEO of British meat alternatives brand, This. They discuss what the plant-based food and beverage industry needs, where the opportunities are, and what's next for This as it starts the year with a brand refresh and exciting new project in the pipeline...

In this latest podcast with FoodBev’s Jake Targett, Arik Kaufman, CEO & co-founder of Steakholder Foods, explore the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of food production. Steakholder Foods is making waves with their industrial-scale 3D-printing technology, designed to meet the evolving needs of food manufacturers and set a new standard in the industry.

Welcome to the fifth episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In this episode, we explore cocoa, with the spotlight on a key topic: 'Sustainable sourcing within the cocoa supply chain'.

Consumer awareness of health and wellbeing has soared in recent years. In this podcast with FoodBev's Siân Yates – DSM-Firmenich’s global head of health benefits and solutions – Martin Mei, explores why its no longer just about removing the ‘bad’ but also about adding the ‘good’ to what we eat and drink. Martin discusses DSM-Firmenich’s role in addressing widespread vitamin and mineral deficiencies worldwide, highlighting nutrient blends that meet manufacturers' needs while satisfying consumer demands. The podcast features key solutions such as DSM-Firmenich’s life’s Omega range and its award-winning Vertis CanolaPRO. Covering essential health priorities – from tackling fatigue and enhancing performance to improving digestive health and boosting immunity – Martin shares insights on producing healthier products that maximise nutrition without compromising on taste, texture or overall enjoyment.

Welcome to the fourth episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In this episode, we dive into food allergies, with the spotlight on a key topic: 'Building consumer trust through food allergen labelling and information'.

In this FoodBev Media podcast, Sian Yates sits down with Serena Aboutboul, head of nutrition at Nestlé, to explore an essential yet often overlooked topic – women’s health and nutrition.

Welcome to the third episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In this episode, we explore the broadening appeal of active/sports nutrition products. us for an insightful deep dive into the opportunities and challenges currently faced by this rapidly growing sector!

Welcome to the second episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In this episode, we dive into the crucial issue of F&B fraud, focusing on 'Digital technologies to prevent fraud and counterfeit activity in the F&B sector'. Expect a candid discussion filled with insights into food and beverage fraud and how it can be prevented in our second episode!

The 2024 IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo, held from July 14-17 at Chicago's McCormick Place, attracted over 17,000 food science professionals. With the theme 'Collaboration + Innovation: How Can Food Science and Technology Transform the Food System?', the event showcased groundbreaking advancements in the industry. Listen to our latest FoodBev.com podcast, where we talk to industry professionals on the latest trends at this year's IFT FIRST. Discover what the leading manufacturers, ingredient suppliers and foodtech startups were showcasing. A special thanks to Blommer Chocolate, Givaudan, The Every Company, ICL, TurtleTree, Caldic, Lallemand, Chinova Bioworks and Emsland for the opportunity to engage in insightful discussions.

Welcome to the first-ever episode of Crunchtime, an interactive podcast series where you choose the topics and we bring the experts. In our debut episode, we dive into the start-up ecosystem with the spotlight on a key topic: 'How to remain competitive in the start-up space'. Expect a candid discussion filled with insights and actionable, practical advice in our first episode! 

Welcome to The Plant Base's first-ever Veganuary Sessions podcast series, in celebration of the annual movement co-founded by Matthew Glover and Jane Land over a decade ago, encouraging consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January and beyond.  Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base magazine, hosts this special themed series featuring conversations with special guests from within the plant-based food and beverage industry, as well as of our editorial team here at FoodBev Media. In this final episode, the FoodBev Media editorial team rounds up their favourite of the Veganuary launches for 2024, including new foodservice dishes and retail products. Thank you for tuning into our Veganuary Sessions series! To stay up to date with The Plant Base's news and insights, follow us on our social media channels. https://twitter.com/ThePlantBaseMag https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-plant-base https://www.instagram.com/theplantbasemag/ https://www.theplantbasemag.com/ This podcast series is sponsored by Solina. Click here to Solina's booklet and discover more insights into the plant-based market.

FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Com Group to acquire CH&CO in £475m deal; IFF partners with Bellona to restore Norway’s seaweed forests; names interim CFO amid ongoing investigation; and more.

Welcome to The Plant Base's first-ever Veganuary Sessions podcast series, in celebration of the annual movement co-founded by Matthew Glover and Jane Land over a decade ago, encouraging consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January and beyond.  Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base magazine, hosts this special themed series featuring conversations with special guests from within the plant-based food and beverage industry, as well as of our editorial team here at FoodBev Media. In this episode, Melissa speaks with Parm Bains, co-founder of the vegan ready meal brand Shicken, and Martin Holden-White, founder of plant-based recipe kit company Grubby. We explore convenience and making plant-based eating easier for consumers, delving into how ready meals and recipe kit innovations can offer consumers a helping hand with getting more plants onto their plates. This podcast series is sponsored by Solina. Click here to Solina's booklet and discover more insights into the plant-based market.