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Vypr looks ahead with 2023 food and drink industry report

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Product intelligence platform Vypr has launched its Food and Drink Intelligence Report for 2023. The report details the influences, challenges and opportunities for brands and food producers. The report highlights the cost of living crisis and changing food preparation habits. Vypr’s Sentiment Analysis found 65% of consumers are positive about proposed changes to supermarket foods. …

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