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2022 sofi Awards Winners

Specialty Food Association to announce Product of the Year Award and New Product of the Year Awards at Summer Fancy Food Show in June
May 11, 2022
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Available only to product-qualified members of the SFA, the sofi Awards were judged at the Food Innovation Center at Rutgers University (FIC), the SFA's partner for the awards. FIC experts evaluated products using anonymous tastings across 47 categories using criteria that included flavor, appearance, texture, aroma, ingredient quality, and innovation. 102 specialty food products were awarded Gold, and New Product, trophies. 


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Nine Trends From 2022 Winter Fancy Food Show

Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel reveals the hottest trends discovered at the annual tradeshow
March 2, 2022
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After more than two years apart, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel gathered in person to search the aisles for the Show's hottest trends at the 46th Winter Fancy Food Show. Running February 6-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the Show featured thousands of products from around the world, with companies ranging from established to startup.


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2022 PREDICTIONS

Consumers Continue to Connect with Specialty Foods & Drinks

The Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel identifies food and beverage trends for 2022
December 23, 2021
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In 2021, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel virtually assembled at three separate digital SFA shows to research thousands of specialty food and beverage products from around the world. After recording their extensive findings, Denise Purcell, vice president, content and education for the SFA, pored over the data and deciphered five trends that will drive the growth of the $170.4 billion specialty food industry in 2022.


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2022 PREDICTIONS | FOOD & BEVERAGE TRENDS

Five Trends Driving the Specialty Food Industry in 2022

Comfort is Key: Consumers stay with comforting specialty foods, drinks say SFA’s Trendspotter Panel.
December 23, 2021
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Heading into the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, specialty comfort foods and beverages is an overriding theme. Here are SFA's 2022 Trendspotter Panel Trend Predictions.
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Cheese: An Unqualified Favorite

As specialty cheeses become more popular, their manufacturing processes become more streamlined, mechanized, and efficient
Anne-Marie Ramo
June 14, 2021
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Over the past decade, the cheese industry has exploded, with small-batch artisanal cheesemakers popping up in every state and the large cheesemakers increasing the sophistication of their offerings to compete. As specialty cheeses become more popular, their manufacturing processes become more streamlined, mechanized, and efficient.
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2021 sofi Award Winners Announced by Specialty Food Association

Blue Sage Honey Shrub, Brie Cheese Flavored with Truffles, and Irish Whiskey & Honey Mustard are among the Specialty Food Association’s 2021 sofi New Product Award winners
May 7, 2021
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In response to the pandemic, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) focused on creatively and consistently providing opportunities for its members. This includes the 49th Annual sofi™ Awards, a celebration of culinary excellence and creativity. 
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Specialty Food Association 2021 Leadership Awards Announced

The awards honor influential and innovative entrepreneurs who are transforming the specialty food industry
December 8, 2020
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The Specialty Food Association (SFA) announced the winners of the 2021 Leadership Awards. Honoring influential and innovative entrepreneurs who are transforming the specialty food industry, the awards are presented in three categories: Business Leadership, Citizenship, and Vision.
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Specialty Food Association Appoints New President

Bill Lynch has been with the SFA for more than 20 years
November 20, 2020
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The Specialty Food Association board of directors appointed Bill Lynch as the president of the organization. Initially appointed interim president in May 2020, Lynch has been with the SFA for more than 20 years.
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Specialty Food Sales Hit $158.4 Billion

Specialty Food Association releases new State of the Industry Report
June 30, 2020
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Based on sales data from the past three calendar years, the new Specialty Food Association's (SFA) annual State of the Specialty Food Industry Report  reveals a robust specialty food industry hitting $158.4 billion in sales, a 10.7% increase since 2017. The full report includes commentary throughout that reflects the impact and ramifications of COVID-19.
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Specialty Food Association Names Bill Lynch Interim President

Lynch will take over the leadership position as the contract expires for the current president, Phil Kafarakis
May 22, 2020
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Bill Lynch has been appointed the interim president of the Specialty Food Association by the SFA’s Board of Directors. Lynch, who has 20 years of experience with the Association, will take over the leadership position as the contract expires for the current president, Phil Kafarakis. Kafarakis will assist Lynch over the coming month to take over leadership duties.
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July 28, 2022

It’s Only Natural! Natural, Organic Food, Beverage Options Continue to Grow with Clean Label Appeal

Consumer surveys conducted by Innova Market Insights during the past two years demonstrate a range of perceptions regarding natural and organic. In the 2020 Innova Health & Nutrition Survey, consumers most associated the concept of “clean” labeling/eating with natural and organic ingredients, as well as no additives/preservatives.

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