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Research and Markets foresees the global food and beverage NFT market to surpass $2 billion by 2032. In 2023, the estimated market value in USD amounts to $538.58 million.
Individuals verify non-fungible tokens (NFTs), distinctive digital assets on a blockchain network. Blockchain technology, a decentralized digital ledger, creates these assets, recording transactions transparently and securely. An NFT’s worth can fluctuate significantly, determined by the item’s rarity and popularity. This can lead to some NFTs fetching millions of dollars in sales.
The demand for transparency and traceability in the food industry is driving the traction of the NFT market. Consumers, retailers, and regulators find tracking and verifying food origin, quality, and safety crucial.
The report shows the moderate influence the COVID-19 pandemic has exerted on the food and beverage NFT market. On a positive note, the pandemic has sparked heightened interest in online marketplaces and digital assets.
However, the food industry has been negatively impacted by the pandemic, potentially affecting the food and beverage NFT market. Economic uncertainty may result in fewer people showing interest in acquiring culinary expertise or virtual food items.
Some Usages of NFTs in the Food Sector
Recent developments indicate this trend as popular fast-food brands explore innovative methods to incorporate NFTs into their marketing approaches. Pizza Hut Canada launched 1 Byte Favorites NFTs showcasing delectable pizza slices with recipes, like Hawaiian, Canadian, Margherita, and Pepperoni. This decision was to promote their delicious pan pizzas and attract customers’ attention.
Papa John’s, a pizza take-out chain, entered the NFT market by introducing its exclusive Hot Bags collection. This collection featured handbag designs to promote their latest business venture, Papa John’s X Cheddar, which specializes in merchandise. The company chose to mint these NFTs on the Tezos blockchain, using the numbers to represent their founding year, 1984.
Furthermore, Papa John’s teamed up with the food and beverage metaverse OneRare to release life into pizza NFTs. The NFTs depict Papa John’s three most cherished pizza varieties: Spicy Chicken Ranch Pizza, Super Papa’s Pizza, and Vegan Sheese Garden Special Pizza.
Final Words
Smaller food and beverage producers may find creating and managing NFTs difficult. Some challenges might occur due to the requirement of technical expertise and resources, which acts as a barrier. However, we think that every producer should consider the potential benefits of NFTs in the food industry.
