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Emerging Trends in Food Consumer Behaviour

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  • Claudiu Coman

    (Transilvania University of Brasov, Brasov, Romania)

  • Ecaterina Coman

    (Transilvania University of Brasov, Brasov, Romania)

  • Teodor Florin Cilan

    (“Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Arad, Romania)

Abstract

Changes in consumer behaviour are shaping food industry strategies, and a broad analysis of the specialised literature is needed to provide a holistic view of trends in consumer behaviour trends. This article aims to identify the research directions in the field and the trends that could shape food markets. Through a bibliometric analysis of 947 publications indexed in the Web of Science over the past five years, five major research directions were identified and, for each of them, emerging trends were established. Key findings reveal a growing emphasis on health, sustainability and digitalisation. Consumers are demanding organic, locally sourced, healthier products due to concerns about environmental impact and personal well-being. Digital tools are transforming food consumption patterns, but innovative technologies, such as drone delivery and food innovations, 3D printed food, insect-based products or other alternative proteins, still face consumer resistance. Packaging innovations, including active and edible packaging, offer the potential to improve food quality and sustainability and change consumer behaviour. The study emphasises the importance of social norms, health consciousness and social media in shaping purchase intentions for sustainable products. This analysis offers valuable insights for academia, industry, and policymakers to anticipate market changes and effectively adapt to evolving consumer demands.

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  • Claudiu Coman & Ecaterina Coman & Teodor Florin Cilan, 2025. "Emerging Trends in Food Consumer Behaviour," The AMFITEATRU ECONOMIC journal, Academy of Economic Studies - Bucharest, Romania, vol. 27(69), pages 398-398, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:aes:amfeco:v:27:y:2025:i:69:p:398
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    Keywords

    food consumption trends; consumer behaviour; food innovations; food industry; bibliometric analysis.;
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    JEL classification:

    • D11 - Microeconomics - - Household Behavior - - - Consumer Economics: Theory
    • L66 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Manufacturing - - - Food; Beverages; Cosmetics; Tobacco
    • Q18 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - Agricultural Policy; Food Policy; Animal Welfare Policy
    • M31 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Marketing and Advertising - - - Marketing
    • Q01 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - General - - - Sustainable Development

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