Gallery: 5 things we learned from the Table Talk podcast in March

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1. Which areas of the food industry will be most affected by the rising inflation

Everyone is being affected from the rising inflation, but what is actually driving the price up? And what can the government do to mitigate the impact of rising prices?

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2. That the Keto diet might not be based on the scientific evidence that it appears to be

Most people are vulnerable to being drawn into a quick fix diet, and the Keto diet is no exception. We have seen its popularity increase drastically in the last few years, however there could be potential risks to gut health, as well as impacting our relationship to food, as well as concerns about the lack of evidence around its long-term effects.

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3. That shoppers might not have as much autonomy over their buying decisions as they think

In this Career Conversations, Consumer Insights Controller, Mark Whalley from Greencore speaks to Elisa about how his role influences the trends and buying decisions of consumers. And also why you might find him hanging around shoppers in supermarkets peering into their baskets.

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4. That we cannot create a sustainable farming system without offering farmers compensation for the changes being made

It is impossible for farmers to continue to produce food at the rate they are if we are to create a sustainable food system, but how can we expect them to shoulder the burden of this cost? In this episode, Stefan speaks to two experts who outline why the Netherlands is particularly unique as the small country that 'feeds the world', and what role consumers, manufacturers and politicians have to play in bringing about change.

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5. That the no's are just as important as the yes' when founding and running a business

Starting a business isn't linear, which is something that this Career Conversations guest knows all about. But how you embrace the setbacks, and learn to see them as positives in a career journey has ensured success for this entrepreneur.