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As we step into 2024, the food industry is poised to be at the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements and a growing emphasis on sustainability. In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about the top food industry trends to look out for in 2024. She interviewed Are Traasdahl, founder and CEO of Crisp; Brian Wenngatz, CEO of Sentera; Pat McCullough, CEO of ProducePay; and Michael Lines, CEO and President of Wellness Natural Inc., which owns SimplyProtein. After discussing each trend, the team weighs in to provide further insights.

Traasdahl predicts that 2024 will mark a new era for the food industry, characterized by advanced demand sensing, smarter data use for sustainability and availability and more nimble supply chains amid consumer preference shifts. Wenngatz foresees an accelerated adoption of generative AI in agriculture. McCullough’s predictions focus on key areas of innovation and sustainability. Lastly, Lines says 2024 will see the continued rise in demand for plant-based products, the importance of nutritious yet flavorful snacks and the focus on sustainability.

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2024 Food Industry Trends: Navigating the Future of Tech, Sustainability and Nutrition

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This episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast features an interview with with Eric Taipale, CTO of Sentera, a global technology leader for in-season data, analytics and insights for growers. Taipale discussed how Sentera's technology specifically caters to the needs of growers and the agricultural community. He shared the benefits that generative AI provides to agriculture and the role that synthetic data generation has in accelerating technology adoption for the food industry. Taipale talked about some of the challenges associated with integrating generative AI in agriculture, but also highlighted some major achievements in developing Sentera’s technology as CTO. He ended by sharing some words of advice for upcoming tech professionals who aspire to contribute to the agricultural technology field.

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Sentera: Pioneering AgTech With Analytics and Sustainable Solutions

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This episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast features an interview with Pat McCullough, CEO of ProducePay, a startup transforming the global produce industry into a more connected and sustainable movement. McCullough talks about his role at ProducePay as well as its startup story. He also shares his 2024 predictions for the food industry, focusing on blockchain and data challenges; food waste; sustainable agri-tech solutions; challenges of implementation; consumer preferences and behaviors; climate change and supply impact; emerging technologies beyond blockchain; and more. McCullough's predictions for 2024 emphasize the importance of technology in improving transparency and efficiency in the produce supply chain.

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In this engaging episode, our guest, Suzanne Coombes, delves into her extensive experience within the food industry. Having started her career at Samworth Brothers, she found the complexity of operations thrilling. Her passion for the community and team spirit shines through as she compares a practical workplace to a well-conducted orchestra. 

We then discuss her shift from operations to a qualitative technical role at Asda, interspersed with light-hearted banter on sausage factories. Suzanne opens up about her journey and how the significance of empathy became a cornerstone of her leadership style. She recounts making tough decisions during financial hardships, the tricky balance of work and personal life, especially during her mother's battle with cancer, and her philosophy on finding "just enough" joy and challenge in life.

Her current role at Asda is a source of fulfilment, wherein she proudly leads her team, emphasising open conversation, mutual support, and continuous development. Revealing both the highs and lows of her career, Suzanne exemplifies the importance of recognising when competition becomes detrimental to health. 

Lastly, we discuss the nuances of self-realisation and the importance of discovering what truly matters in life, challenging the constant pursuit of happiness that social media often portrays.

What are the pressing issues for the animal feed and pet food industries as 2023 wraps up and we move into 2024. 

Rachael Dettmann Spiegel, a food lawyer with Faegre Drinker in Minneapolis, shares her insight on what to expect. To date, she says there has been an increase inspections and enforcement on the part of the Food & Drug Administration in this post-COVID era. In particular, she says, the agency is looking at companies from more of a complete perspective, making visits to all manufacturing facilities rather than picking and choosing just a few to visits. She also addresses the importance of having contracts in place with suppliers, having a safety culture throughout the team and making sure product recall preparations are in place.

This episode is sponsored by United Animal Health, a leader in animal health and nutrition. You can learn more about United Animal Health and how they are working to advance animal science worldwide by visiting the website at UnitedANH.com

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For nearly 4 decades, the U.S. Farm Bill has stood as the most influential piece of legislation for improving waterfowl habitat on private land across America. With it now up for renewal, Julia Peebles and Zach Hartman join Dr. Mike Brasher to share how DU is working with ag and conservation groups to advocate for a Farm Bill that prioritizes the needs of American farmers and ranchers while delivering robust funding for voluntary, incentive-based conservation to benefit ducks, wildlife, and people.

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Ransomware attacks targeting the food industry have become increasingly prevalent and damaging over the past few years. Between 2018 and May 2023, there have been 157 confirmed ransomware attacks on the food, beverage and agriculture industries. In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about the top five most significant ransomware attacks on the food industry that caused severe disruptions and significant financial losses. The list includes the Campari Group ($15 million ransom demanded), JBS Foods ($11 million ransom paid), Harvest Food Distributors and Sherwood Food Distributors ($7.5 million ransom demanded), NEW Cooperative, Inc. ($5.9 million ransom demanded) and Schreiber Foods ($2.5 million ransom demanded). There are many other instances of ransomware attacks on the food industry that have caused significant damages, including the attack on Dole PLC in February 2023. The team talks about the broader consequences of ransomware attacks, the hackers behind them and how cybersecurity laws are falling short.

Also in this episode, Sydney talks about food fraud, which refers to deliberate actions taken to deceive consumers for financial gain by misrepresenting the quality and composition of food products. The illicit practice of selling counterfeit food has become an extremely profitable illegal industry worldwide, generating around $40 billion annually. Sydney explains the seven types of food fraud, including dilution, mislabeling, unapproved enhancement, substitution, concealment, counterfeiting and gray market production/theft/diversion. Food fraud can not only have detrimental effects on consumers’ health but can also cause economic harm to companies and consumers. Addressing these harms requires collective efforts from regulatory authorities, industry stakeholders and consumers. The team members each give examples of cases of food fraud and discuss whether most cases of the illicit practice are voluntary, as well as who is to blame.

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Top 5 Ransomware Attacks that Shook the Food Industry

Food Fraud: Urgent Measures Needed to Safeguard Global Food Supply

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In this episode, Maya interviews Ebony Monique, the Executive Director of Greenpeace US. They discuss the crucial role of sustainable eating in combating climate change and its impact on our environment and health. Ebony emphasizes the power of adopting a plant-based diet to lower greenhouse emissions and highlights how the current food supply chain contributes to deforestation, dead zones in oceans, and water pollution. They also explore ways individuals can get involved, including volunteering, supporting Greenpeace, and advocating for change. Tune in to learn more about the link between our food choices and a sustainable planet.

Key Takeaways:

• The link between food choices and climate change: Our current food system, heavily dependent on livestock, leads to deforestation, ocean dead zones, and water contamination. Adopting a plant-based diet can significantly reduce these negative environmental impacts.
• The power of individual actions: Making conscious choices about what we put in our mouths can have a profound effect on lowering greenhouse emissions. By embracing a plant-based diet, we contribute to a healthier planet and combat the climate crisis.
• Getting involved with Greenpeace: Listeners should visit the Greenpeace US website to learn more about volunteer programs and engagement methods. Donations are vital in supporting Greenpeace's independent efforts to protect the environment and fight for sustainable solutions.

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This episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast features an interview with Kristin Demoranville, the CEO and founder of AnzenSage, a cybersecurity firm that provides resilience solutions to the food industry. Demoranville talks about her extensive career prior to entering the field of cybersecurity and founding AnzenSage, and why industry-specific cybersecurity is important. She discusses why the food industry is often targeted in cyber attacks, the risks and consequences of a cyber attack and how companies can protect themselves. Demoranville specifies how she works with food companies to give them peace of mind and how her competitors may fall short, since AnzenSage is the first food industry-specific cybersecurity firm.

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How Companies Can Protect Against a Food Cyber Attack

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For the 100th episode Xtalks Food Industry Podcast, the team starts off by discussing their favorite episodes from the past two years.

From turkey and Topo Chico, to coffee and baby formula, last year saw its fair share of food shortages, supplies for some of which are only now beginning to be replenished. Unfortunately, the new year has brought with it a new set of food supply chain challenges, including the most recent tomato shortage in the UK. In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about some of the causes for the shortage, including poor weather in Morocco and Spain and high energy costs in the UK. Other factors include fluctuating labor costs and shortages, British supermarkets habitually underpaying their suppliers and anecdotally, Brexit. The team talks about how they believe consumers would react upon spotting empty shelves at the grocery store and how store operators can do damage control to save their reputations.

Also in this episode, Sydney talks about a recent cyber attack on Dole plc, a major American producer and distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables. Although Dole contained the threat, grocery stores witnessed the effects of the cyber attack. Sydney exemplifies this cyber attack to discuss why food and beverage companies are often targets and what they can do to mitigate the risk of a cybersecurity incident. Hear additional insights from Kristin Demoranville, CEO and founder of AnzenSage, a cybersecurity firm that specializes in the protection of the food and beverage industry. The team wonders why small businesses are sometimes targets of cyber attacks but agrees that no companies are immune and should always be prepared.

Read the full article here:

Why the UK is Facing a Tomato Shortage in 2023
How Companies Can Protect Against a Food Cyber Attack

Listen to the team’s favorite episodes here:

Food and Beverage Industry Trends for 2023 – Xtalks Life Food Podcast Ep. 91

Slate Chocolate Milk + Aunt Jemima Rebrands – Xtalks Food Podcast Ep. 2

What you Need to Know About Food Clinical Trials + Why Babybels Are Wrapped in Wax – Xtalks Life Food Podcast Ep. 73

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Coffee inventories in South America are declining so severely that reserves are predicted to be extremely low, but can we expect a coffee shortage? In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about a potential coffee shortage as prices have been volatile in recent months. However, the situation is predicted to get even worse in the weeks ahead as Brazilian coffee exports hold on to their supplies to drive up prices. She discusses both the environmental and economic factors contributing to the shortage and the fact that coffee giants like Starbucks, Lavazza and Costa will absorb the price hikes and pass them on to the customer. The team wonder whether lab-grown coffee and other alternatives to traditional coffee will help curb future shortages of the popular commodity.

Also, in this episode, Sydney talks about the latest dangerous TikTok challenge of cooking chicken in NyQuil. The FDA issued a stern warning to address the disturbing challenge, which encourages participants to cook chicken in NyQuil and other over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicines. While consuming too much NyQuil can be dangerous on its own, the agency also stated that simply heating up the medication can make it much more concentrated and change its properties in other ways. Sydney discusses the origins of the challenge and some potential reasons why TikTok users are participating. The team wonder why TikTok and other social media platforms don’t condemn or remove these videos sooner and whether participants have a low risk threshold or simply don’t understand the dangers associated with these types of challenges.  

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Is There a Coffee Shortage Brewing?

FDA Warns Against Cooking Chicken in NyQuil

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Bare supermarket shelves have become a familiar sight in recent years, following a series of disruptions to the agribusiness sector.

In this episode, Jessica is joined by Dr Elizabeth Jackson, the non-executive director of Agribusiness Global Allies Limited and of Sheep Producers Australia, to discuss what we can learn from these disruptions and how they could inform opportunities for improvement in the supply chain.

She also addresses the latest figures from the United Nations stating that 1.3 billion tons of food – a third of all food produced globally – goes to waste and how consumer attitudes need to shift to address this challenge. 

Impact of COVID-19, panic buying and floods [00:58]

Mitigating risks to the supply chain [04:43]

Implementing new technologies, such as fresh fruit and vegetable industry innovations and DEXA (Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry) for the meat industry [07:33]

Addressing food waste: what is our responsibility as consumers? [14:59]

Dr Jackson’s research journey and challenges [22:06]

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Curtin University: Next steps for digital agriculture in Australia

AgWatchers podcast: Capturing beyond the farm gate value

Curtin University: Bachelor of Agribusiness

ICFO: Food waste by country: who’s the biggest waster?

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Dr Elizabeth Jackson is a Senior Lecturer in Curtin University’s School of Management and Marketing, a non-executive director of Agribusiness Global Allies Limited and of Sheep Producers Australia, and a visiting scholar at the University of London’s Royal Veterinary College.

She has particular expertise in supply chain management, procurement, distribution, food and agribusiness systems.

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Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, food trade shows helped small and large businesses alike attract new buyers and customers. In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about how food trade shows pivoted online during the ongoing pandemic and found success thanks to e-commerce. Since going digital, many food and beverage buyers have found it more convenient and saved money by attending online food trade shows. The team discusses whether the benefits of online trade shows outweigh the disadvantages and suggests that many people are still eager to get back to in-person industry events.

Also, in this episode, Sydney introduces the team to vegan casein from plant-based ingredients manufacturer Fooditive Group. Casein is a naturally occurring protein found in milk that gives it its white color, flavor and creamy texture, and it is also responsible for giving cheese its meltable quality. Now, Fooditive created a vegan version of the protein that can be used for a variety of applications from milk to creams, yogurt and cheeses. The team wonders whether the casein can truly be considered vegan, but is excited to see the heights this innovative ingredient will reach in the coming the years.  

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How Online Food Trade Shows and E-Commerce Boosted the Food and Beverage Industry

Is Vegan Casein the Next Big Plant-Based Innovation?

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As 2021 came to an end, many of the lessons learned and habits formed will continue to shape the food and beverage industry in the coming year. In the first episode of the Xtalks Food podcast in 2022, Sydney discusses the top three food and beverage trends to look out for this year. She spoke to a variety of food and beverage experts, including Nil Zacharias, CEO of Plantega and author of Eat for the Planet; Lara Ramdin, Chief Innovation Officer at Dole; and Carla King, senior marketing manager at Mary’s Gone Crackers, Inc., to hear their insights, expectations and predictions

The predictions include getting back to the basics in the plant-based industry, upholding sustainability practices in all areas of the industry and managing continuous supply chain issues and inflation. The team gives their insights on these predictions, positing that they are all interconnected and largely driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. The team also looks forward to all the exciting food and beverage innovation to come in 2022.

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3 Food and Beverage Industry Predictions for 2022

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Why throw away “wonky” fruits and vegetables if they could be put to better use? In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney introduces Ayesha to Dash Water, a UK-based sparkling water brand that uses upcycled produce. As one of the only sparkling water brands that uses “wonky” produce, Dash Water has made a name for itself and is planning to expand into international markets. The two discuss the importance of not wasting produce due to superficial imperfections and whether they would try Dash Water.

Also, in this episode, Sydney discusses the growing importance of food industry cybersecurity. She touches on a few recent cybersecurity attacks and explains why the food industry is particularly vulnerable. She also talks about some ways food organizations can protect themselves before, during and after an attack. Sydney and Ayesha conclude that food industry cyberattacks don’t just impact food companies, but the entire supply chain, so it is wise for companies to invest in cybersecurity sooner rather than later. 

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Why Dash Water Uses “Wonky Fruit In Its Sparkling Water

The Growing Importance of Food Industry Cybersecurity

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For the 12th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Professor William Chen, Michael Fam Chair Professor in Food Science and Technology and director of the programme in Nanyang Technological University. In this timely conversation for the International Day of Food Waste and Loss, he shares his perspective on the current food supply chain, and the role of the individual in ensuring minimal food waste and loss to ensure food security for all.

There is a massive amount of waste in the fresh produce industry - of all fruit/veg grown, only 55% makes it to the store shelves. The other 45% is wasted. This is the problem ClariFruit is aiming to solve using a combination of computer vision, AI, and analytics.

To find out more I invited Elad Mardix, CEO and co-founder of ClariFruit to come on the podcast to tell me more.

We had a truly fascinating conversation and, as is often the case, I learned loads, I hope you do too...

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And if you want to know more about any of SAP's Digital Supply Chain solutions, head on over to www.sap.com/digitalsupplychain, and if you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks.

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Food supply chains are some of the most complex supply chains that exist. And demands from the end consumer are growing day by day, adding to the complexity.

One company working to address the complexity, adding transparency for the consumer, while easing access to fair and pricing and capital is GrainChain.

To find out more I invited Luis Macias, founder and CEO of GrainChain to come on the podcast to tell me all about it. We had a truly fascinating conversation and, as is often the case, I learned loads, I hope you do too...

If you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to leave me a voice message over on my SpeakPipe page or just send it to me as a direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. Audio messages will get played (unless you specifically ask me not to).

If you want to learn more about how to juggle sustainability and efficiency mandates while recovering from pandemic-induced disruptions, meeting growth targets, and preparing for an uncertain future, check out our Oxford Economics research report here.

And if you want to know more about any of SAP's Digital Supply Chain solutions, head on over to www.sap.com/digitalsupplychain, and if you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks.

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• Krishna Kumar
• Olivier Brusle
• Alicia Farag
• Joël VANDI
• Luis Olavarria
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How is a global food player dealing with rising commodity costs? In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney discusses how Unilever maintained positive growth in its second-quarter results despite rising costs. The team discusses whether they would be willing to pay more for the same amount of product in the grocery store and whether food companies should be required to inform consumers of higher retail prices. 

Also in this episode, Sydney talks about Lay’s Flavor Swap, a new line of limited-edition chips with familiar flavors. The line features Lay’s Doritos Cool Ranch, Lay’s Wavy Funyuns Onion and Lay’s Cheetos Cheese, all of which resemble Lay’s classic potato chips, but taste like Doritos, Funyuns and Cheetos, respectively. The team wonders whether these chips are innovative since Frito Lay owns all brands involved.

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How Unilever is Coping with Rising Commodity Costs

Lay’s Flavor Swap: New Potato Chip Flavors Aren’t New Flavors At All

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