SIAL Paris 2026 Report Highlights Ten Global Food Trends

The SIAL Insights 2026 Trend Report, released ahead of the biennial SIAL Paris exhibition, outlines ten key forces shaping the global food and food‑service market by 2026. The insights draw from three major studies – Kantar’s Food 360 consumer research, the Global Food Innovation Barometer by Protéines XTC, and targeted market analyses from Circana – and cover themes such as functional nutrition, the “gut‑brain” link to mental wellbeing, premium sensory experiences, personalized nutrition, sustainability actions, and the next phase of plant‑based eating.

The report emphasizes that consumers are increasingly choosing foods for measurable health benefits, lower carbon footprints and localized sourcing, while also seeking diverse plant ingredients alongside continued meat consumption in many markets. These trends are presented as guidance for manufacturers, retailers and foodservice operators planning product development and marketing strategies for the coming years.