Food & Beverage Insights

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Food & Beverage Insights

A Culinary Connection from Dumplings to Deals

Navigating the intricate web of intra-Asian trade, nations are leveraging their unique gastronomic heritage to foster collaboration and innovation in the food and beverage industry, creating a vibrant marketplace that champions sustainability and cultural exchange.

Youvit : Making Health Delightful

Youvit has pioneered a lifestyle supplement brand built around delightful, one-a-day gummy vitamins tailored to meet the needs of millennial and Gen-Z customers across Southeast Asia. Wouter van der Kolk, co-Founder and CEO, shares more.

Explained: The Benefits of the Coca-Cola System’s R17.6 Billion Investment in South Africa

The Coca-Cola system in South Africa has confirmed plans to invest R17.6 billion in the country through 2030, a move designed to expand production capacity, strengthen distribution and accelerate innovation across its beverage value chain.

Budweiser Marks 40 Years of FIFA World Cup Sponsorship with Global Collectible Pack and ‘Budstalgia’ Campaign

Budweiser is celebrating 40 years as the Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup with the launch of a limited-edition collectible pack and a global nostalgia-themed marketing platform designed to highlight the brand’s long-standing connection with football fans worldwide.

Danone Marks 200 Years of Evian with Sustainability, Manufacturing Investment and Innovation Push

Danone is marking the bicentenary of its Evian natural mineral water brand with new investments, environmental commitments and product innovation aimed at strengthening resource protection and supporting the future of the water category.

Mars Report Warns Climate Pressures and Generational Shift Threaten Future of Global Rice Farming

Mars has published a new paper examining the rising pressures facing rice farmers worldwide, highlighting climate risks, farmer concerns about the future of the sector, and the role industry collaboration could play in supporting climate-smart agriculture.

Sysco and Jetro Restaurant Depot Unite to Redefine Foodservice Distribution

Sysco has announced a landmark agreement to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot in a deal valued at approximately USD$29.1 billion, marking a significant strategic expansion into the fast-growing cash and carry segment.

ADM Partners with American Farmland Trust to Strengthen U.S. Farm Resilience

ADM has launched a new partnership with American Farmland Trust as part of its Farm Forward Initiative, investing $500,000 to support farmer resilience across six U.S. states through technical assistance, grants and succession planning support.

Coca-Cola HBC Reports Progress on Mission 2025 and Launches New Sustainability Targets

Coca-Cola HBC has reported strong progress against its Mission 2025 sustainability commitments, while launching a refreshed set of targets aimed at advancing its long-term environmental and social impact strategy.

Unilever CEO and McCormick CEO Explain the Deal as the Two Companies Combine

Unilever has agreed to combine its foods division with McCormick & Company in a deal that will create a $20bn global flavour business spanning herbs, spices, seasonings, sauces and condiments, while repositioning Unilever as a €39bn pure-play home and personal care company.

Campari and SAP Unveil Advanced Cloud Capabilities

Campari Group goes live with SAP Cloud ERP Private, leveraging AI and data-driven solutions to streamline operations and enhance global efficiency.

Coca-Cola Brands Take Center Stage in The Devil Wears Prada 2 

The Coca-Cola Company announces the upcoming launch of Diet Coke and smartwater global campaigns inspired by Devil Wears Prada 2 and designed to engage audiences beyond the big screen.