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"There are critical ingredients and inputs that need to be imported due to scarce availability domestically. No amount of tariffs will bring these inputs back to the US."

At a time of continued high inflation, trade tariff uncertainty and a difficult macro-economic environment, consumers are worried, with more than half of respondents (55%) very concerned with the rise of living costs. 

 Since its launch in spring 2020, :INCLUDED has driven unprecedented growth and amplification for its 500+ members in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, delivering over $5 million in direct value.

Now that 2024 is in the rearview, we wanted to share a few quick thoughts that highlight pivotal changes and trends in the industry. Below, you'll find a mix of both broad and specific evolutions in the food and beverage market that are certain to influence the business environment in 2025. 

2025 will signal a marked acceleration of AI in marketing as companies move past pilot purgatory and can scale models that create highly personalized consumer interactions, automate processes, and provide predictive data and analytics strategies.

Key industry players are focusing on reducing food waste by about 50% through the adoption of several methods to extend the shelf-life of food. Top companies are paying strict regulations on food waste. FDA supports the food industry regarding food safety, packaged foods, and clean labeling. In the coming period, food manufacturers are likely to develop smart technology that may reduce the wastage of food items.

Discussing packaging trends is something akin to talking about reincarnation—where something is reborn, reborn and reborn yet again. When it comes to packaging however, each new iteration brings more sophistication and promise.