Christmas food trends are changing festive shopping habits HRA Global In The Grocer: Christmas food trends are changing fast, and shoppers are moving beyond traditional festive staples. In a recent feature, Hamish explored how changing lifestyles, new tastes and shifting expectations are reshaping the festive grocery market. While mince pies…
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Bakery trends: hanging shopper priorities are reshaping the bakery aisle HRA Global In The Grocer: The bakery aisle is evolving as shoppers increasingly seek products that balance health, quality and indulgence. In The Grocer’s latest bakery feature, changing preferences around fibre, sourdough, premium formats and globally inspired products are highlighted as key trends shaping the…
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How fibre and protein are shaping more balanced, healthier snacking choices HRA Global In The Grocer: In The Grocer’s latest feature on healthier snacking, changing health habits, social media trends and functional ingredients are highlighted as key drivers shaping the category. Lani Smith, Project Delivery Executive at HRA Global, shared…
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The drinks category is moving faster than ever. Today’s consumers expect more from drinks. More flavour. More function. More relevance to the moment. Consumer expectations are shifting rapidly, innovation cycles are tightening, and the lines between refreshment, wellness, indulgence and functionality are increasingly blurred. What were once separate occasions and…
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Dairy markets are becoming increasingly volatile and many manufacturers are feeling it in their margins. Forecasts point to continued price swings across butters, fats, cheeses and powders, often moving sharply and with limited warning. For businesses with significant dairy exposure, that creates a familiar set of challenges – forecasting…
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Fibre-Rich Food Innovation Driving Mainstream Wellness Demand HRA Global In Food Navigator Europe: In Food Navigator Europe’s latest feature on fibre-rich food trends, fibre is emerging as a major focus across food and drink innovation. Lani Smith from HRA Global shared insight on how growing interest in gut health and…
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Canned Food Brands Reshaping Shopper Expectations In The Grocer’s latest feature on canned and ambient food, canned food brands are adapting to changing shopper habits. Rozz Algar, Global Services Director at HRA Global, shared insight on how the category is moving beyond its traditional role. Today, shoppers want more than…
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Yoghurt Trends Reshaping Shopper Behaviour HRA Global In The Grocer: In The Grocer’s latest feature on yoghurt and potted desserts, health habits and social media trends are continuing to shape the category. Louise Winter, Project Delivery Manager at HRA Global, shared insight on why Greek-style products and viral recipes are…
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Personal Care Trends: Balancing Performance, Trust and Transparency HRA Global In The Grocer: The personal care category is shifting, driven by changing expectations around ingredients, claims and transparency. Performance still matters – but it’s no longer enough on its own. Consumers want clarity, reassurance and brands they can trust. As…
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The contract manufacturing landscape is shifting – and quickly. Supply chains are more fragmented. Costs remain volatile. Brand partners expect more – more agility, faster innovation, deeper insight. Sustainability has moved from a tick-box to a commercial lever. And technology is no longer optional – it underpins how businesses…
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It’s Time For An Honest Debate About Artificial Sweeteners HRA Global In The Grocer: In The Grocer’s latest Comment & Opinion feature, the conversation around artificial sweeteners is brought back into focus – highlighting the growing complexity behind sugar reduction and the choices brands now face when reformulating products. Hamish…
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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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