--- title: Foodservice Trends for the Upcoming Year | Federal Industries description: As we approach the end of a year, it's a good time for foodservice operators to look towards the new year for info on what's on trend to increase sales. image: https://solutions.federalind.com/hubfs/Federal%20Foodservice%20Trends%20to%20Know%20for%20the%20New%20Year%20header.png --- [![Federal Industries](https://solutions.federalind.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/FederalInd_September2023/images/federal-logo.png?width=125&height=220&name=federal-logo.png "Federal Industries")](https://federalind.com/) Menu - [Display Cases](https://federalind.com/display-cases) - [Brand Overview](https://federalind.com/display-cases/brand-overview) - [Vision Series](https://federalind.com/display-cases/vision-series) - [Bakery & Deli](https://federalind.com/display-cases/bakery-deli) - [Series 90](https://federalind.com/display-cases/bakery-deli/series-90) - [Curved Glass](https://federalind.com/display-cases/bakery-deli/curved-glass) - [High Volume](https://federalind.com/display-cases/bakery-deli/high-volume) - [Italian Glass](https://federalind.com/display-cases/bakery-deli/italian-glass) - [Specialty Display](https://federalind.com/display-cases/specialty-display) - [Counter Top](https://federalind.com/display-cases/counter-top) - [Elements](https://federalind.com/display-cases/elements) - [Market Segments](https://federalind.com/market-segments) - [Schools & Institutions](https://federalind.com/market-segments/schools-institutions) - [Conveniences Stores](https://federalind.com/market-segments/conveniences-stores) - [Chains](https://federalind.com/market-segments/chains) - [Retail Markets](https://federalind.com/market-segments/retail-markets) - [Portfolio](https://federalind.com/portfolio) - [Bakery](https://federalind.com/portfolio/bakery) - [Deli](https://federalind.com/portfolio/deli) - [Self-Serve](https://federalind.com/portfolio/self-service) - [Combination](https://federalind.com/portfolio/combination) - [Counter Top](https://federalind.com/portfolio/counter-top) - [Schools/Institutions](https://federalind.com/portfolio/schools-institutions) - [Convenience-Store](https://federalind.com/portfolio/convenience-stores) - [Chain Markets](https://federalind.com/portfolio/chains) - [Retail-Markets](https://federalind.com/portfolio/other-markets) - [Resources](https://federalind.com/resources) - [Spec Sheets & Brochures](https://federalind.com/resources/sales-literature) - [Product Selector](https://federalind.com/resources/product-selector) - [Find a Sales Representative](https://federalind.com/resources/sales-rep-locator) - [Customizable Options](https://federalind.com/resources/customizable-options) - [Laminates](https://federalind.com/resources/laminates) - [Warranty Information](https://federalind.com/resources/warranty-information) - [Request Literature](https://federalind.com/resources/request-information) - [Sales Contact Form](https://federalind.com/resources/customer-service) - [Freight Quote Request](https://federalind.com/resources/freight-quote-request) - [Trade Show / Convention Requests](https://federalind.com/resources/trade-show-convention-requests) - [Blog](https://federalind.com/blogs) - [Federal Industries Blog](https://federalind.com/blogs/federal-industries-blog) - [About Federal](https://federalind.com/about-federal) - [The Federal Advantage](https://federalind.com/about-federal/the-federal-advantage) - [Careers](https://federalind.com/about-federal/careers) - [Login/Logout](https://federalind.com/about-federal/login) - [Support & Service](https://federalind.com/support-service) ![Foodservice Trends to Know for the New Year](https://solutions.federalind.com/hubfs/Federal%20Foodservice%20Trends%20to%20Know%20for%20the%20New%20Year%20header.png) # Foodservice Trends to Know for the New Year - Home - [Federal Industries Blog](https://solutions.federalind.com/blog) - Foodservice Trends to Know for the New Year [Federal Industries](https://solutions.federalind.com/blog/author/federal-industries) 11/16/2024 [0 Comments](https://solutions.federalind.com/blog/foodservice-trends-for-new-year#postComment) 2 Minutes ![Close up of a dictionary description of the word 'trend.' A green highlighter is enhancing the word 'trend' with a green line.](https://solutions.federalind.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Federal%20Foodservice%20Trends%20to%20Know%20for%20the%20New%20Year%20header.png?width=1600&height=900&name=Federal%20Foodservice%20Trends%20to%20Know%20for%20the%20New%20Year%20header.png) As the year winds down, it's a chance to evaluate what worked, what didn’t, and how we can move forward with fresh insights. Foodservice trends reflect the evolving landscape shaped by changing consumer behaviors and preferences. While the industry continues to transform, one thing remains certain—our ability to adapt and grow alongside these trends. ## Sustainability in Foodservice Sustainability continues to influence the menus of restaurants and others in the foodservice industry. Seeking out locally raised ingredients while being concerned about how production affects the environment is important to many customers.  Another concern is looking for menu items packaged using recyclable or reusable materials. From an owner's standpoint, that includes looking for ways to package and sell their items while maintaining the quality of the food, ensuring it is tamper-resistant, and retaining the proper temperature. There's also the concern of using energy-efficient self-serve food stations, merchandising displays, and drink cases that help keep food and beverages well preserved and at the correct temperature. Operators that focus on these sustainability factors can touch a trend that doesn't appear to be disappearing anytime soon.  ## Energy Efficiency and Green Manufacturing Federal Industries uses the latest technology to make self-serve beverage centers, warm food stations, and other merchandising displays and self-serve areas more energy-efficient than ever before. Merchandise displays must not only look great and be easily accessible to customers but also [function energy-efficiently](https://federalind.com/about-federal/the-federal-advantage). Many people may think waste management is nearly impossible in traditional visual merchandising, but that is simply not the case. Federal Industries is implementing[green manufacturing practices](https://federalind.com/about-federal/the-federal-advantage) in the way our products are manufactured and in the way they work to keep food and beverages in pristine condition. By focusing efforts on utilizing green practices in manufacturing, recycling, and creating energy-efficient components and displays, Federal ensures that sustainability is a significant component of its business model. ## Healthier Food Choices As people focus on health again as a resolution for the new year, healthier choices should be on foodservice menus. It's a great time to use food display cases to capitalize on offering healthy options that people can view and choose from.  This includes plant-based grab-n-go options, meat alternatives, and sides. Federal Industries offers[heated warming display solutions](https://federalind.com/portfolio/self-service) that allow restaurants, grocery stores, and others to display these protein-based food options for customers while keeping the food at temperature and ready to eat.  The foodservice trends for 2025 are exciting and interesting, so operators looking to stay ahead of the competition should start to adjust now. By anticipating customer wants and needs, restaurants, cafes, hotels, and other venues ensure that as everyone celebrates another trip around the sun, they'll continue to see profits and businesses grow. ### Are your display cases ready for the new year? 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