We recognise the importance of timely crop updates for our customers in the F&B industry – that’s why, as harvest season is just around the corner, we’re sharing this summary of the latest agricultural reports from our partner growers and expert agronomy teams. Keep reading for an exclusive sneak peek into this year’s crop performance (so far!) and our predictions for the weeks ahead… A slow start in Spain In our Spanish strawberry fields, crops currently appear high-quality and healthy – however, both hydroponic and ground crops are somewhat delayed in terms of production. It’s a challeng ..read more

Across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, a growing number of consumers are putting down their sugary, carbonated cans in search of ‘better-for-me’ beverages – and juices are helping to quench this thirst. This demand is fueling considerable expansion – the market size for juices in the region is estimated at $33.1 billion USD and expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.67% to reach $43.5 billion USD by 2030.[1] Concentrates, in particular, are poised to witness the highest growth of all juice ingredients, with a projected CAGR of 5.20% during 2024-2030.[2] The transition from sodas to more functional, v ..read more

In the snacking space, a profound shift is underway. Say hello to healthy indulgence, reimagined. Consumers are increasingly seeking snacks that are nutritious, delicious and responsible. As a consequence, manufacturers are faced with the challenge of striking the balance between virtue, vice and values. Enter fruit and vegetable puree concentrates – the unsung heroes reshaping the sweet snack and dessert landscape, offering delectable goodness without the guilt. Here, we explore why puree concentrates are low hanging fruit for formulators looking for fresh ways to capitalise on the dynamic he ..read more

Will 2024 be the year that kiwi steps into the spotlight? At SVZ, we think so – as consumers globally seek out more fruit-forward flavour fusion, healthy indulgence and novel plant-based creations.[1] The increasing demand for nutrient-dense fruits in particular opens up new opportunities for kiwi fruits, known for their high vitamin C, antioxidant, and dietary fibre content.[2] With its appealing tropical taste and smooth incorporation into everything from snacks to functional beverages, vitamin-rich kiwi is perfectly positioned to meet many of 2024’s fast-rising consumer trends. Read on to l ..read more

As you probably already know, at SVZ we‘re passionate about sustainability – and unsurprisingly, so is our Sustainability Manager, Silvi Navarrete! We catch up with Silvi to talk about her vision for a more responsible future, including her plans for overcoming food industry challenges and helping build a more eco-friendly agri-food sector. Go ahead, Silvi! 1. Can you tell us a bit about your professional background, and why you have chosen to pursue a career in the F&B sector/sustainable development area? I’ve always been passionate about agriculture, especially because I’m from Colombia ..read more

Carrot chronicles: a harvest update directly from the fields With the carrot harvest season currently in full flow, we’re excited to share some insights into the current status of our crops. Similarly to last year, the yield is looking good, and the forecast is promising – so join us as we delve into the details of this year’s harvest! A harvest ‘well on track’ This year’s carrot harvest is running smoothly with good results both in terms of quality and quantity, and our yields per hectare are actually slightly exceeding the set target levels. This means we’ll have a surplus volume to process ..read more

Earlier this month, the SVZ team arrived in Cologne, Germany, to take part in one of the most exciting events in the food and beverage industry’s calendar: Anuga. This year’s theme was ‘Sustainable Growth’, and we were looking forward to making connections with other eco-conscious businesses and learning more about the green innovations and trends making headway in our sector. This year’s trade show was busier than ever: more than 140,000 visitors from across the globe attended. Our eye-catching booth was busy over the event’s five days, and we were able to have many high-quality conversations ..read more

Discover your foundation for innovation – Hall 8, Stand D041! Join us at Anuga 07.–11.10.2023, to celebrate the newest, natural and nutritious addition to our Carte Blanche range of neutral functional bases: white rice. Alongside this fresh concept, we will also be sharing our core offering of 100% natural, high-quality fruit and vegetable purees, juices, concentrates and IQF. And that’s not all – we will also proudly be illuminating our vision for a fairer and greener future for the food and beverage sector via our c2030 initiative. Achieve rainbow colours and reduce sugar White rice joi ..read more

It’s a fact; humans are irresistibly drawn to the promise of novelty and excitement. This is especially true in food and drink flavours, with data from FMCG Gurus suggesting that three quarters of global consumers actively seek out fresh and unusual options. But what about the bakery sector in particular? Breads, cookies, cakes and pastries are traditionally associated with concepts like ‘nostalgia’ and ‘indulgence’, and bakers tend to default to classic flavours consumers know and love. These two flavour trends – novel and nostalgic – appear to be polar opposites, but they share a common grou ..read more

Last week, a press release went out announcing Döhler’s acquisition of SVZ. This includes all our production sites in Europe, the USA and our tropical trading house Netra Agro, Döhler is a global producer, marketer and provider of natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the food, beverage and life science & nutrition industry. In 2021 Royal Cosun announced the research of a new global partner for SVZ. One that would allow SVZ to grow and improve our position in the fruit & vegetable market. We are extremely excited to say that in Döhler we have found such a ..read more