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    HRA Global at IFE Manufacturing 2026

    IFE 2026: A quick reflection IFE this year felt busy, international and full of energy. HRA Global contributed to this year’s IFE programme with two sessions focused on a shared objective: Turning insight into commercially viable growth. From identifying what’s next in food and drink, to successfully entering one of…

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    Reflections from the ISF World Seed Congress – Istanbul 2025

    Just back from three incredible days at the International Seed Federation Conference in Istanbul, with HRA’s Director of Agrifood, Jeffrey Verpaalen – and what a brilliant event it was! A packed agenda, inspiring discussions, and so many great opportunities to connect with people across the seed, crop protection and agri-tech…

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    New Zealand’s Future in Food and Fibre: Are We as Good as We Think?

    In his recent presentation at the E Tipu: The New Zealand Future Food and Fibre Summit 2025, Hamish Renton, CEO at HRA Global, took a deep dive into New Zealand’s food and fibre sectors. The big question: Are we as good as we think we are?  New Zealand has long…

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    HRA Global: In Conversation with…Caroline Mason on the Future of Cocoa

    The Changing Cocoa Market: Sustainability, Supply Chains & Consumer Trends In our latest episode of our In Conversation series, Louise Winter, Project Delivery Manager at HRA Global, sits down with Caroline Mason, a sustainability and food systems expert with over 20 years of experience at leading retailers like Co-op and…

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    Fruit Logistica 2025: Seeds of Change in Produce 

      I enjoyed making the annual pilgrimage to Fruit Logistica in Berlin alongside HRA Global’s Director of Agrifood, Jeffrey Verpaalen.  The show was well worth the trip.    Over the course of a few meeting-packed days, we had the opportunity to network, explore and get a real sense of the key issues…

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    Introducing the ‘Maximising Success’ 6-month Programme

    Prepare to make your mark in the UK market with expert guidance from HRA Global and Rochester PR Group. Registration Now Open! Trade shows like IFE can be game-changers for businesses aiming to expand their reach and attract buyers. Yet, success hinges on meticulous preparation. With our joint coaching programme, “Maximising Success,”…

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    Highlights from Enterprise Ireland’s Food Innovation Summit

    Client Services Director, Rozz Algar attended the Food Innovation Summit hosted by Enterprise Ireland in Dublin. The event was a vibrant gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts, discussing the future of the food industry and the essential role of innovation. Here are some of her key takeaways from the…

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    Food Trends Across the Atlantic

    Discover Emerging Trends and Opportunities “Food Trends Across the Atlantic: Identifying Emerging Food & Beverage Opportunities in Europe and North America,” is an ocean-spanning collaboration between HRA Global and Nourish Food Marketing If you do business in the North American or European food industry (or both!) this webinar and report…

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    Food Trends 2024: What it means for your brand

    The Latest Trends in Food and Drink In a recent webinar with creative agency White Bear, we explored the top trends in the food and drink industry and how brands can get ahead and use these to their advantage. From sustainability and consumer behaviour to regulatory changes and emerging opportunities,…

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    The HRA Global Charity Challenge 2024/25

    We made it! Our epic virtual journey from UK to New Zealand A unique blend of fitness and global teamwork to support FareShare!  Among the 200 brands in over 20 countries that we have worked with, the furthest away is based in New Zealand. So, as a bit of fun…

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    Webinar Recording: Global Dairy Product Outlook 2024

    Discover the Future of Dairy As a leading consultancy working in the dairy industry, we understand the ever-evolving landscape of the global dairy market. We teamed up with our esteemed colleagues at The Context Network to bring you a webinar all about the future of dairy in 2024. Our expert…

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    Anuga 2023: The comeback we were all waiting for!

    After recent years of Anuga being quiet affairs due to the pandemic and Brexit, it is fair to say that it is now back with a bang, with 14 bustling halls filled with a wide array of brands and products!  One week on from our trip, we have pulled together…

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