The global food market is booming. By the end of 2028, global revenue for the food market is expected to hit a new peak of 12.96 trillion – yep, trillion – US dollars (Statista). Simply put, there’s never been a better time to be in the industry, especially when it comes to novel foods.
Whether you’re a food manufacturer or someone with a passion for the industry, it’s always a good idea to stay on top of the latest novel food trends. After all, there’s always a demand for new sensations. That’s why this guide has put together a list of the biggest trends at the moment for you to explore.
Increased Food Safety for Novel Food
These days, food safety is more important than ever. It’s something that consumers care about a lot, with their purchasing decisions often influenced by the safety and quality of the food in front of them. This is particularly true when it comes to novel food since customers are specifically seeking it out and, therefore, have a higher investment in its safety and quality. Plus, as it is new, there may be more frequent regulation changes or disruptions to the supply chain. As a result, food manufacturers and suppliers are pouring more resources into food safety to ensure that the food that customers eat is 100% safe.
So, how are they making novel food safer for customers to try? One of the best examples of this is food safety management software from Safefood 360, which is helping businesses in the industry to:
- Improve food safety management
- Monitor food weight, temperature, color, and more
- Always stay compliant
The software also falls in line with SQFI, BRCGS, and other industry standards, which means it’s top-of-the-line.
Moving into the future, food safety management software is going to dominate the industry. Food manufacturers and other entities are going to ditch paper documentation and embrace the freedom of having everything in an easy-to-manage online space. What this means is that they’ll be able to operate in a more modern way, eliminate safety hazards, and continue to produce novel foods that people love.
Edible Insects
As crazy as it sounds, edible insects are slowly becoming a part of the novel food market. The reason for this is that consumers are becoming more eco-conscious and greener in every aspect of life. Naturally, this is leading them to seek out novel foods that are better for the environment — and edible insects tick this box.
Edible insects allow manufacturers to drastically reduce their impact on the environment. Not to mention, they are also rich in unsaturated fat and protein, which makes them healthy to eat. Don’t be surprised if, 10 or 20 years from now, edible insects become a big hit across the world’s supermarkets.
The Rise of Cultured Meat
Cultured meat, also known as “lab-grown” meat, is a type of meat that’s grown from animal cells. It’s still real meat, but it doesn’t require the slaughtering of animals, which ultimately makes it better for the environment.
Currently, this is still a novel food technology and is yet to reach supermarket shelves. However, just recently, the US Department of Agriculture approved lab-grown meat produced by GOOD Meat and UPSIDE Foods, which is a sign of what the future holds for the novel food industry.
Summary
These are just some of the latest novel food trends to keep an eye on. Over the coming years, more trends will start to emerge, so make sure you stay up to date with them all.
