FMI- The Food Industry Association

This week, I had the pleasure of presenting FMI's latest research at the Plant Based World Expo. Our new report sheds light on consumer perceptions, motivations for trying and consuming plant-based alternatives and their expectations for these products. The new report is now available for download at https://lnkd.in/edS7nUqt. Looking forward to seeing how the industry continues to evolve in the plant-based alternatives space!?? #PlantBased #FoodIndustry #FMIResearch #PlantBasedWorldExpo #FoodTrends

?? Watch our latest video on the importance of family meals! Join the movement and make family meals a priority this month! Learn more about the movement ?? https://brnw.ch/21wMBhS #FamilyMealsMonth #FamilyMeals

?? The cost of food is a hot topic in the 2024 election, but these conversations must be grounded in facts over rhetoric to identify real solutions. While inflation has cooled, persistent transportation and supply chain issues, volatile energy prices, and rising costs like credit card fees are still keeping food prices elevated. Tackling these root causes is critical to ensure our industry can continue providing nutritious, safe, and affordable food for American families. Learn more in our latest blog ?? https://brnw.ch/21wMzaL #FoodInflation #FoodPrices #SupplyChain #EconomicPolicy #FMI

Eight prominent food industry organizations have united to form the “Food Industry FSMA 204 Collaboration” to enhance industry-wide awareness of the U.S. FDA’s Food #Traceability Rule. https://bit.ly/3z34z7r Association of Food and Drug Officials FMI- The Food Industry Association Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) International Foodservice Manufacturers Association - IFMA International Fresh Produce Association NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture #NationalFoodSafetyMonth #FoodSafetyMonth #foodsafety

Food retailers, are you prepared for the worst type of workplace violence? The stakes are high including loss of life, severe financial impact, and irreparable brand damage. Is your organization prepared? Our panel of industry and law enforcement professionals will discuss the value of having an emergency operations plan, and share best practices for managing an active assailant attack and mitigating the consequences. Register Here ?? https://shorturl.at/lzFq4 #FoodIndustry #TPOP #Safety #StayPrepared Doug Baker The Power Of Preparedness

Stretching your dollar has never been more important! As shoppers return to routine, they’re redefining value—balancing quality, experience, and convenience. From private brands to bulk buys and meal planning, shoppers are getting smarter about saving. Read more about how shoppers are redefining value in today's grocery aisles ?? https://brnw.ch/21wMwOv #GroceryTrends #SmartShopping #StretchYourDollar #PrivateBrands

This is our family meal with our NFF work family! ?? No matter how you define family, we can all Stay Strong with Family Meals. We are delighted to partner with FMI- The Food Industry Association to spotlight the power of family meals. We'd love to see your family meal photos: whether it's sitting down together, picnicking, or even working in the kitchen! Your photos will be showcased throughout our November 2024 conference and may be used in national publicity efforts to promote family meals. We invite you to submit your family meal photo(s) TODAY! https://ow.ly/eaaH50TgOaF #familymealsmonth #familymealsmovement

Family meals look different for everyone, especially for Gen Z. As they transition through life stages—college, independence, and beyond—"family" and how they connect over food evolve. From bonding with roommates to learning about different cultures, sharing meals remains a way to foster community and connection. Discover how these "chosen family" meals are shaping new traditions. ???? Learn more about the power of family meals in our latest blog! Read more ?? https://brnw.ch/21wMqbw #FamilyMeals #GenZ #Community #FoodCulture

??? Gen Z's eating habits are redefining tradition! Did you know 67% of Gen Z follow a specific eating approach, like keto or vegetarian? They also prioritize positive nutrition and ethical practices more than any other generation. ?? ???? Dive into the dynamic world of Gen Z food trends and discover what's next! Download the Eating and Cooking U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends Report for more insights. Read more ?? https://brnw.ch/21wMnTc #GenZ #FoodTrends #HealthyEating #Sustainability #GroceryShopping #FoodIndustry

Excited to share my new op-ed in Grocery Dive concerning shrinkflation. It highlights that shrinkflation is not prevalent as we think and, more importantly, putting artificial bans on companies to prevent them from changing packaging sizes can hurt consumers in the long run #foodmarketing #shrinkflation