INDUSTRY NEWS
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Iqlaas Foods arrives at Africa’s Big 7
“Of the 6000 companies researched during the past for BEE status by Impumelelo, Iqlaas Foods qualified in the top 300 and where nominated for contributions to broad-based black economic empowerment and transformation for the 6th consecutive year. Iqlaas Foods is also a supplier to all major retailers, wholesalers and caterers”
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Aromatic smells of Royal Herbs arrives at Africa’s Big 7
“As you enjoy your cup of herbal tea, you will be able to realize that the soothing effect of the beverage is a product of careful processing. Health and taste are combined together, making it one of the best beverages that will not be soothing and relaxing but will also be great for health”
GET TO KNOW: Leah Bessa, Co-Founder, Gourmet Grubb
“I believe there is going to be a massive shift in the eating patterns of meat products. Consumers are looking for appetising meat alternatives that are considered healthier and less taxing on the environment”
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Wine bringing about change to the community arrives at Africa’s Big 7
“With every bottle of wine sold, an allocated amount of the profits will go back to fund community projects such as providing schools with better resources and learning materials”
GET TO KNOW: Craig Elliott, Executive Chef, Unilever Food Solutions SA
“I believe guests are definitely more demanding, because they know what they want. They are well read with a bigger focus and awareness on health and nutrition”
GET TO KNOW: Christele Chokossa, Research Analyst for Euromonitor
“Consumers are diverse and a “one size fits all” approach will not work. Hence, it is important to: Innovate by incorporating local ingredients, develop suitable distribution channels to reach targeted consumers and partner with established local manufacturer/distributors to facilitate integration”
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Krunch SA arrives at Africa’s Big 7
“We will constantly strive to improve our leadership position and grow our superior quality products with a commitment to customer satisfaction that is second to none. “
EXHIBITOR NEWS: The world’s first think drink arrives at Africa’s Big 7.
Unlock your body and mind; and live exceptionally with Superinga.”
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Quality South African honey with more than 60 years heritage
Peel’s Honey is 100 per cent pure, non-irradiated South African honey. We provide a range of multiflora liquid, raw, and creamed honeys, as well as single-source speciality honeys.
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Healthy, convenient, nutritious… that’s Nicelek at Africa’s Big 7
“Mizlek Foods’ business approach is to be responsive to market needs for healthier and convenient food options and products that support government’s food security programme and addressing malnutrition.”
Listeriosis Tiger Brands reveals first quarter losses and there’s more to come
Listeriosis losses minimised by property sell off and insurance but the families of those who died and contracted the virus are set to sue and that will cost at least R425 says Tiger Brands, which faces a year of losses
South Africans F&B spend soars in first three months of 2018
Income generated by the food and beverages industry increased by 5.6 per cent in March 2018 compared with March 2017. Food sales are up 6.3 per cent and bar sales increased 3 per cent
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Why a top performer in the Indian food industry will be at Africa’s Big 7
Majestic rice has been serving the domestic population for many years and has expanded its operations in recent years to multiple countries including the UAE, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, UK, Canada and African counties including Kenya and South Africa.
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Thailand’s premium fruit juice brand arrives in South Africa looking for own-brand export partners
Award winning Thai fruit juice brand celebrates more than 20 years trading and arrives in Africa looking secure export partners and drink producers looking for own brand products
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Sri Lanka eyes South Africa for its coconut produce
“This show in Johannesburg is viewed as the ideal platform for making awareness of Sri Lanka’s range of coconut products in the South African market to gain market entry with long term focus”
GARY WRIGHT
HEAD OF PR & COMMUNICATIONS
Tel: +27 11 783 7250
Email: garywright@dmgeventsme.com
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