69: What does industry think of the new obesity strategy?
The Uk Government (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-obesity-strategy-unveiled-as-country-urged-to-lose-weight-to-beat-coronavirus-covid-19-and-protect-the-nhs) has announced a new obesity strategy which it hopes will tackle the growing problem of obesity in the country, and lead to more positive health outcomes. The Covid-19 pandemic has further highlighted the impact obesity can have on ...
42m Aug 26, 2020
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68: The UK government's new obesity strategy in focus
The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the dangers that obesity presents to overall health and wellbeing. With obese people more likely to develop serious illness, and require hospitalisation, it's clear that the UK needs a new strategy to help tackle the growing obesity crisis across the country. In response, the government has put together a strategy that they think will help to encourage hea...
20m Aug 25, 2020
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67: How data-driven agriculture will transform food production
This episode will focus on data-driven agriculture and its potential to transform the ecosystem. With an extra 2.5bn of the population to feed by 2050, and grappling with increasing land degradation and water stress, set in the context of the climate challenge, we explore how data-driven agriculture can become more efficient whilst being better for environment and the economy. Data for and fro...
30m Aug 20, 2020
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66: What is the perfect ingredient to start a rewarding career in food and nutrition?
Consumer demand for more sustainable and healthier products continues to grow, as does the focus on transparency across the supply chain. Ingredients, now more than ever, are an essential factor in customer decision-making and helping manufacturers deliver on consumer trends. Could ingredients careers be the perfect route to a rewarding role in food and nutrition? This podcast will look at ing...
38m Aug 18, 2020
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65: Bringing healthy, sustainable ingredients from Wisconsin to the world
Connoils™ was founded by Stacy Peterson in 2007 when the division of Cargill she was employed with closed operations. She was out of a job, the customer base was out of product and after a detailed discussion with her husband Keith, and Cargill management, Stacy decided to start Connoils™. From the humble beginning of leased space in a certified food warehouse to a facility she thought she’d n...
24m Aug 13, 2020
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64: Moving to net zero: decarbonisation in focus
The UK Government has committed to going 'net zero' by 2050. In practice this means getting rid of as many emissions as we produce. This can be achieved through removing harmful emissions as much as possible and in the instances where we still rely on fossil fuels, offsetting the emissions we produce. This has particular ramifications for the food and nutrition industry, and will affect how bu...
32m Aug 11, 2020
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63: Feeding Britain – Tim Lang interviewed
Professor Tim Lang published his new book this March, Feeding Britain (https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/308/308380/feeding-britain/9780241442227.html) , which argues that ‘UK is de facto, facing a war time scale of food challenge’. COVID-19 has put a sharp focus on the issues that Professor Lang raises in the book around our unsustainable food system. This podcast will explore what makes our cur...
26m Aug 06, 2020
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62: Trends & insights in nutrition bars: part two
Where will the nutrition bar market go next? Should your brand go with it? The discussion continues with a survey of markets & products that have caught the attention of the Glanbia Nutritionals Healthy Snacking team. In part two of the nutrition bar series, Brad Meyers, Paul O’Mahony, Jason Demmerly & Max Maxwell share what brands should be aware of when exploring the nutrition bar market and ...
26m Jul 30, 2020
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61: Trends & insights in nutrition bars: part one
Explore the evolution of the nutrition bar market from humble beginnings as a chocolate bar to the healthy alternative granola bar and on to high protein nutrition bars and back again. What do nutrition bars look like today compared to 10 years ago? Which ingredients have stood the test of time? On this episode of the Table Talk Podcast, the Glanbia Nutritionals Healthy Snacking team share thei...
25m Jul 23, 2020
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60: Navigating the changing consumer behaviours post Covid-19
Another in a series of podcasts focused on how Covid-19 consumer behaviours are changing brings together Mintel, HeyHuman and Brand Potential to discuss how habits are changing and how brands and retailers can adapt to those changes. The introduction of lockdown in the UK was a catalyst for a change in consumer behaviour with consumers panicking and stockpiling everyday essentials. With retail...
36m Jul 14, 2020
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59: Has COVID-19 threatened to de-stabilise the clean label movement?
As the effects of COVID-19 are starting to show, will this force consumers to shift to cheaper, chemically modified ingredients & additives? Or, will the pandemic make consumers be more mindful in what they eat, leading to greater transparency in products? The latest Table Talk Podcast looks at the impact COVID-19 may have on the clean label movement. Join one of the founders of Ulrick & Short...
43m Jul 09, 2020
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58: Why you need to know more about umami – the fifth taste
Umami, the fifth taste, has been well known in Asian cuisine for centuries and comes from the ingredients and food processing methods used traditionally in that part of the world. In recent years umami has taken the world by storm as consumers have become more familiar with the fifth taste. There has been a rise in restaurants and food outlets which incorporate umami into their concept, imagery...
29m Jul 08, 2020
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57: Disrupting the seed to plate supply chain
Tech innovation offers huge opportunities to make the supply chain more efficient and sustainable, de-risking previously challenging decisions for farmers and suppliers. What are the technologies that are going to have the most significant impact on the seed to plate supply chain? Join us as we explore the innovations on the horizon that promise to further disrupt the journey from seed to plate...
39m Jul 07, 2020
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56: Starting with the end in mind: agile food innovation at Hain Celestial
In times of disruption organisations need to be agile in adapting to changing demands. How can food businesses innovate their processes, prioritise new ideas, and build customer-centric innovation pipelines? In this Table Talk Podcast, in partnership with Sopheon, we join Hain Celestial and Sopheon to find out how food companies can successfully implement processes, approaches and tools to sup...
46m Jul 02, 2020
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55: How can we create the circular food economy?
What is the circular economy? How would a food system built around it work? How would it help us meet the challenge of producing more food for a growing population in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way? This podcast will explore how the Advance London programme is working with start ups and innovative food businesses on the nexus between circular economy, innovation and food and h...
27m Jun 30, 2020
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54: The future of retail
COVID-19 has changed the way that consumers shop, with online grocery shopping experiencing a boom of 33% after 4 years of consecutive decline. What does the future hold in store for retail, how is the landscape changing and what does this means for the supply chain? As we now ease our way out of lockdown, this podcast will explore how COVID-19 has impacted on the future of retail, for the sho...
34m Jun 25, 2020
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53: The role of the gut microbiome in immune health
The human body is a system of interconnected organs and functions. It is difficult to pinpoint the role of the gut in wider health and wellness, particularly when it comes to its relationship with the body’s natural defence and immune system. To help separate fact from fiction, Clasado Biosciences (https://www.clasado.com/) has teamed up with Food Matters to present a Table Talk podcast showcas...
35m Jun 18, 2020
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52: Applied AI: a look at the possibilities AI offers the food industry
Today’s podcast takes a look at AI and machine learning and the significant potential they offer for automating processes, reducing costs and human error in the food industry. Joining hose Stefan Gates for this fascinating look inside the world of AI is Daniel Hulme, Founder & CEO of Satalia who gives us insight into the application of AI in the food industry and the opportunities that it offer...
31m Jun 16, 2020
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51: Nutritionists share their passion for improving public health
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown the links between good nutrition, diet and overall health, and consumers are showing a heightened interest in the nutritional benefit that the food they eat offers. This interest is bound to grow, and will mean more demand for specialised nutritionists to improve health and wellbeing. Sadly, like many areas of the food industry that are facing a pronounced skills...
32m Jun 11, 2020
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50: Boosting immunity: what role do nutraceuticals and supplements play?
Set against the growing interest in supplements which has been heightened by the Covid-19 pandemic, this podcast will look at what role nutraceuticals and supplements might play in boosting immunity and the potential benefits this could bring to the health system. What is the science behind nutraceuticals and supplements boosting immunity? What is the right advice to give to consumers and what ...
41m Jun 09, 2020
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49: Nutrition following Covid-19: How can the industry help?
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a surge of focus on nutrition and the impact it can have on our health. Some of the most at-risk groups for severe symptoms from Covid-19 include those with health conditions such as diabetes, obesity, or heart disease – all chronic conditions that are impacted by our diet. Sadly, those most vulnerable in our society often lack access to quality, affordable, hea...
38m Jun 04, 2020
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48: How the gut microbiome impacts our health
The latest in our focus on the gut microbiome, this episode takes a further look deep into our lower intestine to find out all about our gut health and how it impacts on our overall health and wellbeing. Why does our gut microbiome affect us so greatly? What foods can we eat to cultivate a healthy gut microbiome? How are popular diets and supplements affect this area of our health? To answer al...
40m Jun 02, 2020
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47: How can the food industry tackle its skills shortage?
An industry perspective on the food skills shortage As these times tell, the food and nutrition sectors are proven to be key to a sustainable future but they are also facing a significant food industry skills shortage with an estimated 140,000 new recruits needed in food manufacturing alone by 2024 according to the UK Food and Drink Federation. Why is the food industry struggling with an image ...
37m May 28, 2020
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46: The Plastic Pact: How WRAP is helping tackle the impact of plastic pollution
Tackling the impact of plastic pollution is key to building a sustainable food industry and a circular economy. How can the food and drink industry help become leaders in transitioning to an environmentally-friendly future? As part of our packaging innovation podcast series, this podcast will explore the UK’s pioneering Plastics Pact, its ambitions and progress to date and how WRAP Global is no...
31m May 26, 2020
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45: What's driving the Agri-tech investment boom?
Investment in European Agtech was expected to double to £2.3bn last year, what is causing such a flurry of activity in the space, and why are investors so drawn to investment in European Agtech? Advice for start-ups Join our panel including Five Seasons Ventures, Rockstart, Yield Lab Europe, and Food For Thought as we investigate the trends that are driving the agri-tech investment boom. What’s...
50m May 19, 2020
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44: What's next after pasta? A look at consumer trends in the new normal
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed consumer perception of the food industry and supply chains, with workers in the industry being recognised for their resilience and being key to our health and wellbeing. The crisis has caused some noticeable short-term changes in consumer purchasing behaviour but how will it affect long-term consumer trends? Will the focus on health and nutrition that has resul...
35m May 15, 2020
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43: Can the industry and academia work together to plug the food skills shortage?
In the past few weeks, the resilience and agility of the food and drink industry has touched people everywhere. Those working across the industry around the globe are rightly recognised as the ‘hidden heroes’ in the battle against COVID-19.  At the same time, the connections between health, nutrition and diet are rarely out of the media spotlight currently with public health voices joining indu...
38m May 14, 2020
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42: What's in store for the future of plant-based food?
The growth in demand for plant-based products continues. New tech developments are providing more opportunities to not only bring plant-based diets into the mainstream, but make our plants work even harder to provide more protein. In a fascinating and lively discussion we join three experts in the sector from The Meatless Farm Company, Natural, and Tasting the Future. Find out how the plant-bas...
46m May 12, 2020
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41: Plastics Pact: How Nestlé are moving toward a sustainable packaging future
As part of our series focusing on packaging, we will be joined by the CEO of Nestlé UK & Ireland, Stefan Agostini, to talk about how Nestlé are leading the charge on plastic reduction and making a significant financial commitment to tackle the problem of plastic waste. What are the overall ambitions for Nestlé and its packaging commitment and what are the biggest challenges, and opportunities, ...
26m May 07, 2020
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40: Immune health and nutrition in the wake of COVID-19
The coronavirus COVID-19 has put a renewed focus on the immune system, and particularly how to improve individual immune response. What can consumers do to support their immune system through improved nutritional health?  With mis-information spreading widely around immune health on social media can the food and nutrition industry help ensure that the focus remains on science-based facts? In th...
40m Apr 30, 2020
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39: What's next for sports nutrition?
More and more consumers are looking to better their physical and mental wellbeing through exercise. The rise of this new type of active lifestyle consumer has created huge demand for sports nutrition products, and is pushing innovation and NPD in the sector.  In this Table Talk podcast we focus on this new consumer demand and what impact it is currently having, and will have, on future sports n...
40m Apr 27, 2020
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38: Could technology be the key to managing variability?
Unpredictable variables throughout the manufacturing life cycle can cause a huge drain on productivity and waste. Understanding the impact of these changes helps food and drink manufacturers decide on the best intervention - before it’s too late. But with today’s technology, more connected supply chain and industry collaboration – there is light at the end of the tunnel. If every manufacturer w...
29m Apr 23, 2020
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37: How an innovation accelerator aims to achieve a world without hunger
Achieving Zero Hunger and eradicating malnutrition by 2030 is the United Nations World Food Programme’s raison d’être. The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. Hila Cohen, Head of Business Development at the United N...
31m Apr 16, 2020
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36: Part two of our focus on setting the facts straight about fibre, prebiotics and gut health
Last week we joined Professor Glenn Gibson, Professor of Food Microbiology, Head of Food Microbial Sciences, Reading University and Laura Tilt, UK Registered Dietitian and health writer as took a fascinating look at our gut microbiome, and how it can be positively impacted by diet and fibre-consumption. This week we join our panel again, brought to you by the Wellbeing Team at Kelloggs, to look...
32m Apr 09, 2020
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35: Setting the facts straight on fibre, prebiotics and gut health
Our gut microbiome has an important role to play in our health and wellbeing, with new research demonstrating the positive impact a healthy gut can have on our physical and mental health. What do we mean by a healthy gut, and what impact can changing our diet and fibre intake have on improving our gut health? In part one of this two-part series, brought to you by the Wellbeing Team at Kellogg’s...
24m Apr 02, 2020
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34: Promoting sustainability within the salmon industry
Feeding more people sustainably is a challenge that affects the whole of the food and drink industry. With consumers focusing more and more on where their food comes from, and how it is produced, demonstrating that supply chains are sustainable will be key for many businesses that want to succeed. The Global Salmon Initiative (GSI) is a leadership initiative established by global farmed salmon ...
30m Mar 12, 2020
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33: How Danone is using technology to increase transparency for consumers
Consumers are demanding more transparency from the brands they purchase. Today's shopper is focused on sustainability, and more than ever wants to know the story of the products they are buying. In this podcast we talk to Danone, who are launching a new Track and Connect blockchain food traceability solution to its baby formula brands, to help consumers get a full picture of where the product h...
26m Mar 05, 2020
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32: Finding the right ingredient: the trend-setters and taste-makers of food
The ingredients sector is constantly under pressure to deliver new flavours, experiences, and sensations. It's also expected to lead the way on health and sustainability. Consumer demand, amplified by social media, has led to a surge in new food trends in the last few years, and ingredients companies have had to react swiftly to support these needs. In the latest podcast we sat down with four e...
47m Feb 27, 2020
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31: Exploring the science behind CBD
The category of CBD-infused food and drink is booming, with revenue in the UK expected to top £1bn by 2025. Dominated by startups, new products are flooding onto the market in Europe to meet a surging consumer demand. In this podcast we explore the science behind CBD-infused food and drink, what benefits it offers, why is there such a growing interest from consumers, what new launches we can ex...
44m Feb 20, 2020
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30: A plastic-free future? How can we turn off the plastic tap
The impact of plastic on the environment has become a global concern in the past few years, and the food and drink industry is experiencing understandable pressure to ditch plastic and move to newer sustainable packaging. However, it's not an easy transition, with plastic acting as a great way to keep food fresher for longer. In today's podcast we're joined by Sian Sutherland, Co-Founder, A Pla...
40m Feb 13, 2020
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29: From lab-grown meat to food waste apps: Meet the tech innovators redefining food
In this episode of the Table Talk Podcast host Stefan Gates is joined on location at the food Matters Summit by three of the most exciting disruptors in food tech, all with a shared common goal of increasing sustainability. Join us and find out how Shiok Meats are growing seafood using stem cells, how Protifarm are helping us get our protein from insects, and how Too Good To Go is aiming to mak...
33m Feb 06, 2020
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28: How will plant-based food and drink evolve in 2020?
As a really successful Veganuary wraps up many consumers who took the plunge for January will continue to consume plant-based food and drink in larger quantities than before. With statistics showing more and more people looking to reduce meat and dairy what will be driving new product development in the future, and is the industry ready? In this Table Talk Podcast we pose these questions to bus...
50m Jan 30, 2020
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27: Next-generation packaging: the experts challenging the status quo
This episode focuses on packaging, and the challenges that packaging pioneers face as they work to reduce our carbon footprint and point us in the direction of a sustainable future. Joining us to discuss how we can solve the important problems now are Gordon McSkimming, Sustainable Packaging Manager, Coca Cola European Partners, Suze and Jimmy Cregan, Co Founder's, Jimmy’s Iced Coffee Robin Cla...
41m Jan 23, 2020
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26: The growth of alcohol-free drinks
In this episode we focus on the rise of low and no-alcohol drinks, and how a new, young, health-conscious consumer is causing a surge in demand for these products.  Joining us in the studio are Kantar, Three Spirit, and Club Soda: The Mindful Drinking Movement to discuss how the landscape has changed, the new products and development that are invigorating the market, and whether retailers shoul...
49m Jan 16, 2020
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25: Veganuary - how the industry is responding to a growing plant-based demand
2019 has been the year of the vegan. Whether it's pundits debating the Gregg's vegan sausage roll or the announcement of new alternative protein sources, scarcely a day passes without some new development that helps to feed the massive demand for plant-based food and drink. Launched in 2014, Veganuary has been an effective advocate for plant-based eating, encouraging people to try abstaining fr...
30m Dec 05, 2019
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24: How can we feed a growing population sustainably?
How can our global resources feed an increasing population, without further damaging our biodiversity? How can the food and drink industry play a crucial role in introducing and promoting change that will help? Tony Hunter, Futurist for Food (https://futuristforfood.com/) , is a global futurist and consultant specialising in helping food companies prepare for a changing marketplace. Following h...
37m Nov 28, 2019
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23: The Food Tech 500: How a definitive list of Food Tech businesses began
Inspired by the Fortune 500, Forward Fooding is proud to present The FoodTech 500, 2019’s definitive list of the most inspirational shortlisted businesses in the world of AgriFoodTech. The FoodTech 500 shortlist showcases companies (early-stage startup to scaleup) that are building and scaling AgriFoodTech businesses, addressing the rapid need for change across the food ecosystem. Founder of Fo...
28m Nov 21, 2019
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22: Can tech & AI help make agriculture sustainable?
What potential does technology, including AI, have to help revolutionise farming and agriculture systems? Is agritech the answer to a sustainable future? Join a panel of experts in the fields of technology & sustainability, including Dr Katrina Hayter, Industrial Strategy Challenge Director, Innovate UK, Iggy Bassi, Founder & CEO, Cervest, Belinda Clarke, Director, Agri Tech East, & JP Dorgan, ...
24m Oct 24, 2019
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21: Health claims: What food businesses need to know
Health claims are an important marketing tool for food businesses, if your product has a nutritional or health benefit, why not shout about it? However, many businesses, especially SME's, may not know the regulations they need to comply with when they make these claims. Join Jessica Burt, Associate (Food Law), Mills & Reeve (https://www.mills-reeve.com/sectors/food-and-agribusiness) , & Liz Tuc...
27m Oct 17, 2019
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20: EAT Lancet: Can we feed 10bn a healthy diet within planetary boundaries?
The EAT Lancet Commission Report was published earlier this year to answer the key question ‘Can we feed a future population of 10 billion people a healthy diet within planetary boundaries?’ It brought together 37 world leading scientists from across the globe & looked at how diet & behaviour would need to change in order to do this. In the latest Table Talk Podcast join EAT Science Director Fa...
41m Oct 10, 2019
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