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In this final 2024 episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell provides a quick roundup of the biggest industry stories and talking points of the past year. From food safety concerns and supply chain vulnerabilities to the impact of new regulations, innovations, and sustainable processes, a lot has happened over the past 12 months. We hope you enjoy this roundup of 2024. On behalf of everyone at New Food, thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Happy holidays and best wishes for the New Year!

In this week’s episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Julie Vargas, Vice President and General Manager of Identification Solutions at Avery Dennison, joins Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the digital tools which are helping reshape food safety and compliance. Ben and Julie also explore some of the most exciting and innovative ways these technologies are transforming the food industry—from enhancing risk management and preventing recalls to driving sustainability and reducing food waste. Later in the episode, Julie shares practical tips and valuable advice for overcoming the challenges of adopting these cutting-edge solutions, as well as insights into emerging technologies that could have the biggest impact on food safety and compliance in the years to come. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the last 2024 episode of the Food to Go podcast!

In this week’s episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Karthik Kondepudi, Partner at Herbochem, joins Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the emerging trends shaping the nutraceutical industry and how the market has evolved in recent years. Karthik reveals Herbochem’s approach to innovating the sector and highlights some of the most important buying considerations for consumers. Later in the episode, Karthik and Ben explore the exciting future of personalised nutrition, the latest innovations in plant-based ingredients, and the challenges of formulating functional foods and beverages, particularly when balancing taste and shelf stability. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion about the nutraceutical industry as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the next episode of the Food to Go podcast!

In this week’s episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, brought to you by the New Food team, Briony Mansell-Lewis, Managing Director for Food Matters Live, joins Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the challenges of organising live food industry events in the modern digital age and the importance of these events in shaping the future of the sector. Briony reveals how global crises, from the 2020 pandemic to recent geopolitical conflicts, have tested the food industry’s resilience while highlighting the pivotal role of in-person networking in fostering innovation and growth. Later in the episode, Briony and Ben explore Food Matters Live's European expansion, including its move to Rotterdam next year, and the emerging trends shaping the food industry in 2024 and beyond. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the next episode of the Food to Go podcast!

In this week’s episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Sophie Brisbourne-Rhodes, Global Chief Marketing Officer for CleanCo, joins Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the alcohol-free spirits industry and the importance of evolving a brand to align with an ever-growing and changing market. Sophie shares insights into the factors driving recent consumer demand for alcohol-free products and the pivotal role played by the "sober curious" generation in this growth. Later in the episode, Sophie and Ben explore CleanCo’s transition from 0.4% to 0.0% ABV last month, as well as the challenges of marketing alcohol-free products alongside traditional spirits brands. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the next episode of the Food to Go podcast next Wednesday!

In this special UK Malnutrition Awareness Week episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Emily Walters, Malnutrition Officer for The British Association for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (BAPEN) joins Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to shine a spotlight on malnutrition in the UK. Emily shares what malnutrition is, the importance of hydration, and how to spot some of the early signs. Later in the episode, Emily and Ben explore the role of the food industry in tackling this issue, and how food innovation and nutritional science have been critical to treating malnourished individuals, both in hospitals and at home. If you are interested in learning more about malnutrition or BAPEN’s initiatives, click here. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the next episode of the Food to Go podcast next Wednesday!

In this episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell sits down with Sophie Trueman, UK & Ireland Managing Director at Too Good To Go, to discuss the ongoing global food waste crisis. Sophie reveals the staggering scale of food waste worldwide and emphasises the crucial need to address this issue across the entire supply chain—from manufacturers to retailers and consumers. She also shares practical tips for reducing food waste in your own home and dives into Too Good To Go’s latest initiative, Too Good To Go Parcels, a delivery service designed to make surplus food even more accessible. Learn about the inspiration behind this innovative launch and how it aligns with the company’s mission to combat food waste on a large scale. With insights into the challenges of changing consumer habits and the evolving role of technology, Sophie and Ben explore how Too Good To Go is making it easier than ever for food companies to take action against food waste. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for upcoming Food to Go podcasts!

In this World Vegan Day special episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Maisie Stedman, Media and PR Officer for The Vegan Society, and Mirrin Lewis, the charity’s Deputy Sales Manager, join Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss all things vegan in the food industry.Maisie shares the history of The Vegan Society and how it led to the founding of the first World Vegan Day back in 1994. She also addresses some common misconceptions surrounding veganism.Later in the episode, Mirrin and Ben explore the importance of the charity’s Vegan Trademark and the criteria that determine whether a product can achieve this certification. They also take a look at some of the newest and most exciting developments in the vegan food industry.We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for upcoming Food to Go podcasts!

In the latest episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Professor Gary Hardiman, Chair in Food Systems Biology at the Institute for Global Food Security at Queen’s University Belfast, sits down with Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the growing concern of microplastics in the food industry. Professor Hardiman shares whether the two decades of research into microplastics and growing consumer awareness on the topic are enough to drive change and prompt global action. Later in the episode, Professor Hardiman and Ben discuss emerging technologies and research initiatives that show promise in eliminating or reducing microplastic contamination, as well as the next steps for the industry to mitigate this growing issue. We hope you enjoy this fascinating discussion as much as we did and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for upcoming Food to Go podcasts!

In the latest episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Dr Kristy Leissle, CEO and founder of African Cocoa Marketplace (ACM), sits down with Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the complexity of cocoa supply chains and ACM’s goal to not only streamline the process but also elevate the value of Africa’s cocoa. Dr Leissle shares how she first entered the world of cocoa and chocolate, as well as the key takeaways and lessons she has learned throughout her cocoa journey. Later in the episode, Dr Leissle and Ben discuss the role of ACM’s new platform in the cocoa supply chain and its potential to create dialogue and foster conversations between the key parties involved. The ‘Doc of Choc’ also shares her thoughts on the emergence of lab-grown or cocoa-free chocolate in the industry and the implications it may have for local producers.