- ProFound - Advisers In Development
ProFound - Advisers In Development has many years of experience in the field of market analysis, sustainable supply chain management and (export) marketing of biodiversity related products. Next to market research of e.g. natural ingredients, ProFound provides active assistance in the field of product development in developing countries and the marketing thereof. Additional background information on ProFound's mission and services can be found here.
- Analysing the flower market
The cut flower market experiences a difficult year. This spring, ProFound reported on the implications of the crisis for the cut flower market in an article for the Dutch Minister of Development Cooperation. Now, a year after the beginning of the crisis, ProFound has analysed the differences in effects on the two primary market segments: flowers for own use and flowers as gifts. The outcomes are published in an article for Horticom, the platform for the horticulture sector. Read it here
- News from FIE 2009
ProFound's visit to FIE 2009 showed that, in spite of the global economic crisis, the trade in food ingredients still offers many opportunities. The value of many ingredients is derived from more than just basic functional properties; several exhibitors promoted the possibilities for health claims and clean labelling. These marketing opportunities can greatly enhance sales of products by tapping into the market for consumers with a Lifestyle of Health And Sustainability (LOHAS). Read more
- Bio Jordan: supporting Jordanian farmers
ProFound's managing consultant Bert-Jan Ottens took part in a 3-day workshop that launched Bio Jordan, a support programme for Jordanian farmers to convert to organic practices, under patronage of the Jordan Queen Read more
- Internship opportunities at ProFound
To assist in our work, ProFound is continuously looking for interns who are interested in learning more about international trade, development issues, sustainability and biodiversity Read more
