Food & Beverage Reporter

Food & Beverage Reporter (FBR) is one of South Africa’s leading B2B magazines, with a track record of more than 25 years in the industry. With thought leadership and in-depth coverage of technical topics, news, and local and international developments across the foodbev and allied industries, the magazine caters for South Africa and neighbouring countries. FBR also carries a specialist Packaging& Processing Reporter section in each issue, exploring technology, ideas, and trends in these key segments of the food chain. In response to changing readership trends we offer a fully digitized publication, with both Apple and Android apps In March each year, FBR’s annual Supplier Directory is distributed both in print and online versions providing you with a handy guide to local suppliers and service providers on the continent.

From the editor

Food & Beverage Reporter

Sew-Eurodrive joins hands with SanParks honorary rangers

New IFF co-creation centre to redefine food & beverages in South Korea

Gavin Hudson named Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Chief Operating Officer

Tongaat Hulett supports food security

Kellogg company enters a new era as Kellanova

Kauai celebrates the opening of its 200th store

NIQ State of the Retail Nation: Liquor and private label dominate in Q3 FMCG sales • South Africa’s liquor and private label products have emerged as the star performers of the NIQ Quarter 3, 2023 State of the Retail Nation Analysis. This is against the backdrop of South Africa’s Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector achieving R63bn in annual sales, (to the end of September 2023) reflecting a 14.7% increase.

Afreximbank launches African gastronomy and culinary arts programme • The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in Cairo launched an African Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Programme under its Creative Africa Nexus Initiative (CANEX).

NEW PRODUCTS

Celebrating the best of 2023 • As we come to the end of the year, we highlight a small taste of the incredible new product innovations and launches. Not only do these products highlights our unique South African heritage, but it also illustrates why our food and beverage is among the most highly regarded in the world for innovation, social responsibility and impact.

Mérieux NutriSciences South Africa unveils the largest of their three state-of-the-art microbiology laboratories • Mérieux NutriSciences South Africa officially announces the opening of its expansive new microbiology laboratory in Claremont, Cape Town, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to advancing food safety and quality testing.

Hahn & Hahn sets a legal precedent

Highlights for SGS in 2023

Graham Beck celebrates four decades • Graham Beck is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a sparkling wine producer. Founded in 1983, the House has been firmly established as a leading producer of Cap Classique, South Africa’s premium Champagne method sparkling wine. It has led the burgeoning industry in quality and sustainability since its inception.

Woolworths notches up 13 wins at the World Cheese Awards • We pride ourselves on being the go-to for customers when it comes to an unmatched selection of cheeses that not only win on quality but on innovation too.

Innovation: an exciting challenge • Product development is a challenging business that requires meeting the demands of the consumer with the resources available – all at a price point that works. It is critical that the process is well thought out and that potential pitfalls are avoided; which can be a challenge, if the new product is in an unfamiliar food category or includes complex product claims, such as fulfilling the demand for innovation in nutritional and environmental benefits.

Annelie Coetzee Consulting Successes 2023...