Foodcom Experts

Welcome back to our newsletter! In this issue, we analyze key developments in the supplements and chemicals market – from the growing demand for 200-mesh creatine and sucralose to the impact of geopolitics on the availability of raw materials. We also explore how hydrogen and recycling innovations are shaping the future of sustainable industry. Stay up to date and discover what the industry has in store!

Price uncertainty, delivery delays and rising costs are a daily reality for the food industry. Foodcom S.A. is introducing fdcm.eu, a modern B2B e-commerce platform that helps companies manage raw materials faster, more efficiently and more securely. Check out how you can gain an advantage!

Kataifi conquers the world of luxury desserts and pistachio paste becomes a new hit! What trends are shaping food markets and what changes are in store for global trade? Check out the latest report!

The biggest cocoa scandal! 2,000 tonnes of beans worth $19 million hidden under a false declaration! Corruption, smuggling and a gigantic tax fraud in the port of Abidjan – how did the smugglers try to circumvent the system? Get to know the background of the biggest confiscation in Ivory Coast!

The dairy market in Europe is experiencing price declines, while Indonesia is betting on the development of local milk production. Find out what global trends and factors are affecting the industry!

The market will be exploding with events in 2025! Coconut flakes will be breaking price records, India will be surprising us with sugar exports despite a drop in production, China will be suspending soybean imports from Brazil, and Indonesia will be triumphing over the EU in a dispute over biodiesel. Find out the details now!

New EU regulations could shake up the market! Restricting the import of products containing banned pesticides is intended to protect farmers and consumers. How will this affect prices and relationships with global partners? Find out!

2024 is a watershed year for the global cocoa butter market, with raw material prices rising to historic highs, causing turmoil in the food and cosmetics industry. What factors have driven this increase and what can be expected in 2025?

The UK is investing millions in Nigerian cocoa! Thanks to the support of BII, Johnvents will increase cocoa production and certification. How will this affect exports to Europe? Check out the details!

The global dairy market on the move! Will milk powder prices remain stable? What changes await the butter and cheese market? A tender in Algeria, new cheese schools in Brazil and the difficulties of Australian farmers – find out what is shaping the global dairy market!

Ceremonial cocoa is more than just a simple drink - it is a traditional ritual and a wealth of natural properties. Find out how it differs from classic cocoa and why it's worth exploring!

The feed market is changing faster than ever! New technologies, regulations and trends in proteins, additives and raw materials - find out what the industry can expect in 2025 and beyond!