A 2021 Bloomberg economic report predicted significant plant-based food market growth by the coming decade. According to the report, the global plant-based food market is poised to hit $160 billion by 2030! For some perspective, that same market was doing a little above $29 billion in 2020. Judging by this data, veganism is becoming more…
The relationship between food packaging and consumer behavior is quite profound. Indeed, the interplay of these two concepts influences our food purchase decisions than we admit. We bet that at least on one occasion, you bought a snack or food item based on its alluring package. The packaging of a product, not just food, can…
Experts and stakeholders in the global food system are trying to predict the future of lab-grown meat. However, what becomes of this new sustainable protein source depends on its adoption. Now, imagine yourself being offered two burger options at a fast-food restaurant. One burger is made with a frozen patty, and the other is made…
The recent surge in interest in regenerative farming follows the rise of climate-related disasters worldwide. Imagine the upper crust and atmosphere of the planet Earth having their vitality replenished through farming. Unfortunately, conventional agricultural activities may make that a pipe dream. Several studies suggest that traditional agriculture is one of the major causes of climate…
A historical review of traditional food preservation methods reveals that humans managed to maintain food longevity before the harnessing of electricity and invention of refrigeration. Nowadays, we seldom give afterthoughts to the sophisticated preservation methods available to us. Only a few centuries ago, human civilizations were not as technologically sophisticated, yet they managed to keep…
