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Market intelligence software for global food & beverage enterprises

In one of the world’s most dynamic and scrutinized industries, Valona’s competitive intelligence platform gives food and beverage manufacturers real-time visibility into competitors, regulations, and global supply shifts.

The intelligence platform that knows what's brewing

One platform. Real-time alerts and dashboards.
AI-powered insights that help food & beverage manufacturers move faster.

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A food intelligence powerhouse

Valona joins forces with A-INSIGHTS, the No. 1 intelligence solution for the food sector, combining real-time AI-powered insights with deep quantitative expertise in market sizing, company financials, and trade flow analysis.

Many inputs. One clear view.

No more ‘which report is right?’ Valona creates one living source of intelligence that updates in real-time. Every team sees exactly what they need, the moment they need it. No more silos. No more delays. Just unified momentum.

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We look where others can't

Your competitor’s new facility is making headlines in a local Spanish newspaper. Their sustainability commitments are detailed in a dairy association report. Market-shaping developments unfold in dozens of languages. Valona reads them all — and delivers the analysis to you.

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No more "how did we miss this?"

Product launches. Packaging shifts. New partnerships. Valona tracks 1,000+ food and beverage manufacturers — connecting the dots that show what’s coming next.

Intelligence that drives impact

Customizable intelligence. Food and beverage industry analysis. Daily insights. See what’s possible.

“It’s the most customizable solution for individual business needs, and every business is so different and so unique, it really fits for what you need as a business and reflects the different areas that you need to get a better market understanding.”

Sian Edwards Group Insights Manager Finlays

“We will expand our distribution network in the countries in focus and we will use the report as a tool for this expansion. This will lead to more sales and earnings.”

Jan Zimmermann CEO Sveba Dahlen

“Before, our focus was primarily internal, lacking easy access to external data. The team and I were eager to commence the trial, and we were immediately impressed with the wide-ranging, daily insights provided. Subsequently, we implemented it across the organization.”

Christian Hickey VP for On-Trade Sales Sinebrychoff
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How food & beverage manufacturers use Valona

Valona delivers industry-specific intelligence that supports the most critical use cases in food and beverage manufacturing.

  • Competitor intelligence

    Track competitor moves and strategic news from M&A and capacity expansions to sustainability intiatives and organizational changes.

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    Regulatory & compliance monitoring

    Stay ahead of global developments in food safety, labelling, sustainability and trade regulations.

  • Market and value chain insights 

    Understand industry shifts, consolidation trends, supply developments, and disruption risks across the value chain.

  • Technology and innovation scouting

    Identify and track emerging processing technologies, automation trends, packaging innovations, and alternative product developments. 

FAQs

 

01 How does Valona’s partnership with A-INSIGHTS expand its intelligence for the food and beverage industry?

Valona Intelligence and A-insights are joining forces to create the first platform uniting AI-driven global intelligence, quantitative market data, and deep industry expertise for globally operating enterprises.

Through this collaboration, Valona integrates A-insights’ company, market, and trade financial analytics into its intelligence foundation — combining continuous market monitoring, food and beverages industry analysis, and up-to-date financial & trade data.

A-INSIGHTS currently covers the following industries:

  • Seed breeding
  • Potato
  • Fruits & vegetables
  • Bakery
  • Meat
  • Dairy
  • Food retail and food service

Together, we deliver a more complete view of performance, competition, and opportunity across the global food value chain.

02 What makes food & beverage market intelligence different from other industries?

Food & beverage manufacturing operates in one of the most dynamic business environments. Unlike industries with longer product cycles, food and beverage companies face rapidly changing consumer preferences, complex global supply chains, and strict safety and labeling regulations. Shelf life constraints and seasonal fluctuations in both demand and supply add another layer of complexity.

Market intelligence in this sector must not only track trends in real time but also connect signals across regulations, ingredient availability, sustainability pressures, and innovation cycles that often play out in weeks — not years.

03 Why do food & beverage companies need real-time market intelligence?

Disruptions in the food & beverage industry can unfold overnight. Ingredient shortages, packaging delays, or sudden regulatory changes can halt production or block access to markets. Real-time intelligence enables manufacturers to secure alternate suppliers before shortages escalate, track regulatory landscapes across markets, and react to competitive moves or new product launches while they still matter. With margins tight and risks high, timing is everything.

04 How is Valona’s market intelligence platform tailored for the food and beverage manufacturing industry?

Valona is built with food & beverage manufacturers in mind. Three ways we deliver unique value:

  1. Industry coverage – We already track hundreds of food & beverage companies and critical topics, with continuous updates so you don’t start from zero.

  2. Specialized sources – From food safety regulators and packaging innovators to trade associations and sustainability initiatives, our sources go beyond generic business news.

  3. Structured insights – Our food & beverage taxonomy organizes intelligence into clear categories, making it easy to surface the insights most relevant to your team’s role and priorities.

05 What sources does Valona monitor for food & beverage industry intelligence?

Valona monitors over 6,250 food and beverage sources worldwide, expanding coverage as markets evolve. Our proprietary data foundation spans the entire value chain — from raw materials to retail — combining breadth with depth.

Our intelligence draws from:

  • Trade media and industry journals covering food and beverage manufacturing, packaging, and ingredients.

  • Regulatory agencies such as the FDA, EFSA, and regional authorities tracking food safety and labeling standards.

  • Local-language media and associations, including Chinese-language food industry sources and government sites that surface early signals from key production regions.

  • Research programs and patent news revealing innovation in ingredients, packaging, and processing technologies.

  • Company announcements and filings from thousands of global manufacturers and suppliers.

We continuously expand our coverage based on expert curation and client needs, ensuring your intelligence foundation stays current, comprehensive, and globally relevant.