Why has U.S. fruit consumption shifted from the juice glass to the fruit bowl? As juice demand collapses by 43% and domestic production shrinks by 19 billion pounds, the market is becoming "fresh-forward" and heavily import-reliant. In this episode, we analyze the "fresh-forward" revolution, the decline of processed formats, and the strategic pressures reshaping the supply chain for processors and distributors.

Tune in to learn how to navigate this dynamic landscape.

The U.S. Food & Beverage market is undergoing a "Great Divide." In the last decade, nearly 60% of market growth has shifted away from incumbents to two opposing forces: health-focused "Small Brands" and value-driven "Private Labels." In this episode, we explain how this bifurcation is reshaping the food industry with Small Brands dominating the wellness frontier and Private Labels winning the battle for affordability. Join us to learn why the "middle ground" is being challenged and where the future of retail growth truly lies.

Tune in to learn how to navigate this polarized landscape and read the full article here: https://valuegeneconsulting.com/the-great-divide-in-u-s-food-beverage-how-small-brands-and-private-label-are-redefining-growth/

The U.S.–China tariff war didn't just disrupt trade; it forced a "structural decoupling." With agricultural exports to China collapsing by over 70%, U.S. producers face a "broader yet thinner" reality, gaining volume in new markets but sacrificing profitability. In this episode, we analyze this massive realignment, the "policy paradox" of federal aid, and the emerging signs of a pragmatic thaw in relations. Tune in to learn how to navigate this fragmented trade landscape and read the full article here: https://valuegeneconsulting.com/after-the-tariffs-how-u-s-agriculture-is-rebalancing/

Food manufacturers often obsess over process optimization while ignoring their biggest volatility driver: people. In Part 2 of "Breaking Misconceptions," we expose the seven myths damaging your workforce strategy, from the hidden costs of "running lean" to the capacity traps. We explain why turnover isn't inevitable and how shifting to skill-based staffing can unlock up to 45% more output while stabilizing operations. Tune in to learn how to turn these misconceptions into operational opportunities and read the full article here: https://valuegeneconsulting.com/misconceptions-about-people/

Why has U.S. food manufacturing productivity declined 6% since 2011 despite billions in investment? The answer isn't a lack of tools or technology, but hidden "Misconceptions" legacy mental models that stall improvement. We expose why the industry struggles and how you can cut waste by up to 50% and unlock 30% more capacity without major capital. Tune in to learn how to turn these misconceptions into operational opportunities and read the full article here: https://valuegeneconsulting.com/misconception-intro/

Did you know that most food manufacturing plants leave 15–30% of their potential capacity and profit on the table? It’s not because of bad equipment or people, but because of how work is designed and executed. In this episode, we dive into the Breaking Misconceptions series to uncover the six false beliefs that quietly erode stability on the processes. Tune in to learn how to turn these misconceptions into operational opportunities and read the full article here: https://valuegeneconsulting.com/misconception-process/