Food Chain - Issue 198 - February 2024 | Page 139

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and sustainability became big topics of discussion , and Cosucra really began to thrive . Unfortunately , we were then hit with some supply chain issues . As market trends shifted after the pandemic , we had to find our footing again . Following some challenges in early 2023 , the company reached its inventory goals and we have seen an uptick in business since then .
“ There is certainly a change in the type of product the consumer is buying . We are seeing a shift toward more affordable products , but that doesn ’ t necessarily mean consumers are compromising on health . We are still seeing sustainability and clean ingredients scoring very high in consumer surveys . We are now working with more private label businesses , as these products are cheaper and therefore more popular in the current climate . These partnerships allow Cosucra to produce healthy , sustainable food products that consumers can easily access on a budget . “ Technology is also going to be very important to our success moving forward . We want to reduce our carbon emissions by half , which requires a very ambitious energy transition strategy . We will replace the old
Our goal is also to continue producing environmentally conscious goods that have a positive impact on the planet
steam generation plant with electricity generation plants using biogas . This is a huge investment for Cosucra . The company will be putting around € 80 million in the next two years into a singular plant , in the hopes of significantly reducing its energy consumption and carbon output .”
With over one hundred years of innovation and evolution behind it , Cosucra is now paving the way for an even brighter future . As Eric concludes : “ My ambition is to continue steadily growing the business . We ’ re not looking to achieve exponential growth and risk compromising our sustainability goals in the process . Instead , we want to play a role in the transition toward healthier , plant-based food alternatives . Our goal is also to continue producing environmentally conscious goods that have a positive impact on the planet . Ultimately , Cosucra is and has always been a family business that prioritizes its people . We have a long history behind us , and we are now working to ensure an equally long and prosperous future .” ■
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