Published on: Mar 11, 2025

Trends In The Catering Market In 2025

The catering market is currently experiencing an active stage of development. According to RBC, over the past three years, the number of catering establishments in Russia has increased by 15%.

Published on: Mar 10, 2025

"Franchise Week": Experts Discuss Retail, Export, and Government Support

From March 4 to 6, the WorldFood Connect platform hosted Franchise Week, where industry experts shared insights on food retail and HoReCa franchises, how to select and package a franchise, and how to use franchising as a gateway for export.

Published on: Mar 10, 2025

WorldFood Connect Hosted A Thematic Week “Franchises”

Last week, the WorldFood Connect community hosted three webinars dedicated to franchises in HoReCa and food retail

Published on: Mar 04, 2025

Sovcombank Became The General Partner Of The WorldFood Moscow 2025 Exhibition

Sovcombank provides services to both private clients and businesses

Published on: Feb 27, 2025

Results Of The Russian Food Industry In 2024 And Trends In 2025

The WorldFood Connect community held a webinar where, together with industry experts, we discussed the results of 2024 in the Russian food industry and its development trends in 2025

Published on: Feb 25, 2025

5 Current Trends In Consumer Behavior In The FMCG Market

We talk about consumer trends that we will observe in the FMCG market in 2025

Published on: Feb 20, 2025

Labelling Of Canned Meat Products: Is The Market Ready?

We discussed this issue at a webinar in the WorldFood Connect business community

Published on: Feb 11, 2025

Export And Import Of Food Products In 2024

In 2024, Russia increased exports of many food products, but also increased import volumes in a number of categories

Published on: Jan 28, 2025

Russian Food Market: Results Of 2024 And Forecasts For 2025

We sum up the preliminary results of 2024 and assess what situation will develop on the Russian food market this year

Published on: Jan 14, 2025

Who Attends WorldFood Moscow?

Everything you wanted to know about visitors to the WorldFood Moscow exhibition

Published on: Dec 24, 2024

Happy New Year 2025 And Merry Christmas!

The team of the International Autumn Food Exhibition WorldFood Moscow congratulates you on the upcoming New Year holidays!

Published on: Dec 11, 2024

Boost Sales Or Build A Brand?

On December 10, at a webinar in the WorldFood Connect community, speakers from RBC, AlphaChef and HookahPlace discussed what businesses need to do first — stimulate sales or build a brand, and shared their cases

Published on: Dec 10, 2024

"WorldFood Moscow Is A Good Chance To Find New Partners, Buyers, Distributors, Show Products And Conclude Profitable Contracts."

Feedback from participants of the International Autumn Food Exhibition WorldFood Moscow

Published on: Nov 28, 2024

Which Strategy Should A Business Choose: Go Into Private Label Or Develop Its Own Brand?

Industry experts discussed this at the webinar “What should businesses do in the era of private labels?”, which was held on November 27 in the WorldFood Connect business community

Published on: Nov 26, 2024

"Service Is Not About How I Carry Plates, It's About How I Treat My Customers"

At the WorldFood Moscow 2024 exhibition, they discussed the transformation of service and trends in this area

Published on: Nov 22, 2024

Trends And Growth Drivers: Prepared Food

The ready-to-eat segment is experiencing rapid development, following consumer preferences and technological innovations. This category not only responds to current market demands, but also actively implements future technologies

Published on: Nov 19, 2024

“We Have Little Reason To Be Optimistic In Terms Of Personnel”

The problem of personnel in the catering industry was discussed at the WorldFood Moscow 2024 exhibition held in September

Published on: Nov 15, 2024

How The Organic Market Is Changing In Russia

The global trend towards healthy and eco-friendly lifestyles is driving demand for organic products

Published on: Nov 12, 2024

Catering Market: New Formats And Digitalization

The catering market continues to develop rapidly, outpacing the growth rate of food retail. According to INFOLine, in 2023, catering turnover increased by 14% and reached 4.3 trillion rubles

Published on: Nov 08, 2024

Development Of The Territory Through Gastroproduct

Domestic tourism in Russia is developing rapidly. Each city and region strives to find its own unique product, stand out with it and tell about itself

Published on: Nov 05, 2024

Embargo. 10 Years Later. Results And Challenges For The Dairy Industry

10 years ago, in 2014, a food embargo was introduced on dairy products

Published on: Oct 30, 2024

Leaders' Dialogue: New Development Strategies

Food production demonstrated positive dynamics last year, despite a slight decline in the rate of agricultural production. According to research by INFOLine, the total revenue of the ten largest companies in the food industry for 2023 increased by 13.4% and amounted to 2.3 trillion rubles. This indicates that the largest players in the industry are demonstrating higher growth rates compared to the market as a whole.

Published on: Jul 31, 2024

Economic Growth and Food Security: The Role of BRICS in Shaping Future Markets

The global food industry faces numerous challenges, and economic factors significantly influence these dynamics.

Published on: Jul 31, 2024

BRICS Food Brands at WorldFood Expo 2024: Opportunities and Insights

As BRICS countries carve out a larger role in the global food market through collaboration and trade, the WorldFood Expo stands as a pivotal event for these emerging powers.

Published on: Jul 31, 2024

Cultural Exchange and Culinary Innovation: Insights from WorldFood Expo 2024

The culinary sector is witnessing significant shifts driven by evolving cultural and culinary trends in 2024.

Published on: Jul 30, 2024

WorldFood Expo 2024: How BRICS Food Brands Have Seized Opportunities in Emerging Markets

Opportunities for BRICS food brands in emerging markets have never been more promising. These brands have carved out a unique space by understanding and catering to regional preferences, leveraging local sourcing, and embracing innovative marketing strategies.

Published on: Jun 25, 2024

FAQ: Answering Visitors' Questions WorldFood Moscow

We have collected answers to the most frequently asked questions from visitors of WorldFood Moscow exhibition.

Published on: Jun 19, 2024

Applications are Now Being Accepted for the Products of the Year 2024 Competition

Apply now at a special price

Published on: Jun 19, 2024

A Palate of Bright Flavours and Exquisite Aromas at WorldFood Moscow 2024

Why you should not miss the main autumn food market event

Published on: Jun 19, 2024

Russian Dairy Market

Current analysis, trends and development prospects of the domestic market for milk and dairy products

Published on: Jun 19, 2024

Russian Fruit and Vegetable Market

Fruits and vegetables are part of a Russian’s basic consumer basket, and their assortment directly influences the choice of a shop

Published on: May 02, 2024

2020 in Russia’s food & drink industry

Registration is open for the 33rd International Autumn Food and Drink Exhibition, WorldFood Moscow, from September 19 to 22, 2023, at the Crocus Expo IEC. This event will bring together food manufacturers, service providers, buyers, distributors, and exporters.

Published on: Apr 24, 2024

Russian organic and healthy food market: 2023 results and 2024 outlook

Russian organic and healthy food market: 2023 results and 2024 outlook. The Russian organic and health food market continues to show strong growth rates

Published on: Apr 08, 2024

Russian alcoholic beverages market

How the sales of alcoholic beverages changed in 2023, the impact on imports and the prospects for Russian alcohol production.

Published on: Mar 27, 2024

Exhibiting at WorldFood Moscow 2024 as an effective marketing tool

What are the potential business opportunities that can be gained by taking part in WorldFood Moscow 2024?

Published on: Mar 11, 2024

Russian Confectionary and Bakery Products Market Trends

Explore the Russian confectionery and bakery products market, learn key trends in industry development, and learn about sweet product trends.

Published on: Feb 26, 2024

10 Horeca trends for 2024

Let’s see what awaits restaurants and cafes guests in 2024

Published on: Feb 12, 2024

Gastronomic trends 2024

What will consumers be eating this year?

Published on: Jan 29, 2024

Trends of consumer behaviour in Russia and over the world

What trends in consumer behaviour will be relevant in 2024?

Published on: Jan 15, 2024

Visitor Demographics and Business Impact of WorldFood Moscow

Business profile of visitors to the International Autumn Food and Drink Exhibition WorldFood Moscow

Published on: Dec 18, 2023

Food market: preliminary results for 2023

What has changed in food production and what place food sales takes in retail trade?

Published on: Dec 07, 2023

WorldFood Moscow exhibitors feedback

WorldFood Moscow exhibitors shared their impressions of the exhibition held in September

Published on: May 10, 2023

Everything you need to know about the Russian food basket

What food products are most in demand among the Russians and what is lacking in the Russian market? Today, the Russian food market has great opportunities and prospects for the development of foreign manufacturers and suppliers of food and beverages. But, before entering the local market, it is worth carefully studying its features and the consumer basket of Russians.

Published on: Apr 10, 2023

Russian food market: new opportunities and great development prospects

Today, there are ample opportunities for development for foreign manufacturers and suppliers of food products on the Russian market Over the past year, the Russian food industry has undergone significant changes that have led to higher prices, the exit from the market of the largest foreign manufacturers, whose share in some segments exceeded 50%, as well as

Published on: Mar 21, 2023

New launch of WorldFood Moscow: what`s new in 2023?

WorldFood Moscow is an International Autumn Food and Drink Exhibition The WorldFood Moscow exhibition annually gathers more than 1,000 food producers from Russia and foreign countries and more than 18,000 buyers from wholesale and retail chains and HoReCa enterprises on one site.

Published on: Sep 13, 2022

One week to go until Worldfood Moscow 2022

​​​​​​​Food producers from 24 countries will gather at the WorldFood Moscow exhibition From 20 to 23 September 2022, the 31st International Autumn Food and Drink Exhibition WorldFood Moscow will be held at the Crocus Expo IEC. The organizer of the event is ITE Expo International LLC.

Published on: Aug 09, 2022

Chinese agricultural products sparkle on Worldfood Moscow 2022

Delicious food from China From September 20th to 23rd, the China National Agricultural Exhibition Group will collectively appear at the WorldFood Moscow 2022, bringing a unique Chinese taste to the world.

Published on: Nov 15, 2021

Worldfood Moscow 2021 results

First results of the 30th-anniversary autumn food and drink exhibition WorldFood Moscow From 21 to 24 September, Crocus Expo IEC hosted the 30th-anniversary autumn WorldFood Moscow food and drink exhibition. For three decades, every autumn, WorldFood Moscow has been the platform for meetings and sharing best practices among Russian and foreign food market leaders.

Published on: Sep 27, 2021

State support for exhibitors

Applying for state support becomes easier for exhibitors

Published on: Sep 14, 2021

One week to go until Worldfood Moscow 2021

WorldFood Moscow will bring together global food market leaders for the 30th time The 30th Anniversary autumn food and drink exhibition WorldFood Moscow will take place on 21-24 September 2021 at Crocus Expo. The event will be organized by Hyve Group.

Published on: May 13, 2020

How Russians are eating healthier

Across the country of 144m people, Russians are shifting towards healthier eating habits The rising trend amongst consumers is a need to avoid harmful additives, added sugar, and fatty foods. Younger Russians want products full of health benefits. That’s why the organic and health food market in Russia is one of the world’s most dynamic.

Published on: Jan 28, 2020

2020 in Eurasia’s food & drink industry

A new decade of opportunities is emerging in Eurasia’s food & drink industry

Published on: May 01, 2019

Russia’s sweet tooth: An updated look at Russia’s confectionery sector

Confectionery and sweets are a major source of pleasure for Russians, something which the market reflects

Published on: Feb 14, 2019

Where does Russia import fruits & vegetables from?

With sanctions still ongoing, Russia has had to change where it sources its fruits & vegetables from. The door is wide open to producers across the globe, so where does Russia find its fresh produce?

Published on: Dec 01, 2018

Ruling the retail roost – Russia’s top five supermarket chains

With a huge population and a growing middle class, Russia presents ample opportunities for a wide variety of food and beverage products.

Published on: Oct 12, 2017

Halal food in Russia: A growing sector in a big market

You might not think of Russia as a key market for halal food yet between 15-20% of Russia’s 145 million population identifies as Muslim That is a lot of mouths to feed. Indeed, demand for halal products has been growing around 30-40% since 2011, so look out for halal food exporters: you may have just found your new market.

Published on: Oct 03, 2017

The wine market in Russia: Growth returns

Russia, the world’s seventh-largest wine market, is a vital vino stop on global export markets. Traditional tipples are losing ground amongst Russian drinkers as, despite the lingering effects of recession, consumption and imports of international wines are gaining ground in Russia once more

Published on: Mar 27, 2017

Russia’s alcohol market: What the Russians are drinking

Russia’s alcohol market is amongst the largest in the world – and full of opportunities for international exporters. We take a journey around the Russian alcohol market, discovering some surprises along the way, to help you find your opportunities in a multi-billion-dollar drinks segment.

Published on: Mar 08, 2017

Russia’s fast food market: Resilient & robust

Fast food seemingly reaches all around the globe and Russia is no stranger to its instant-fix pleasures and tastes. Since McDonald’s first erected its famous golden arches in Moscow back in 1990, Russia’s appetite for low-cost, convenient food has exploded

Published on: Nov 07, 2016

Fish & seafood in Russia: your guide to the market

Despite recent slowdowns in the market, resulting from food import embargos imposed in 2014, there are still some great reasons for optimism in Russian fish & seafood market A number of opportunities have become available for foreign firms – not just in supplying products for consumption but the industry as a whole.