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International Dog Day 2025
Synercore makes a financial donation to Oudtshoorn Dogs in Need (ODIN) to assist with their basic needs to assist with their animal outreach work in the rural communities. Synercore employees got in on the fun and shared pictures with their beloved dogs.

Innovation in the wine-based beverages
Dr. Hanneli van der Merwe explores how South Africa's wine industry is evolving - from tradition to transformation - embracing reduced alcohol trends and functional beverage innovation.

Africa Food Show 2025
Synercore was proud to be both a sponsor and exhibitor at the Africa Food Show 2025 at the CTICC in Cape Town from 10 - 12 June, contributing to two panel discussions at the Africa Food Summit on food systems transformation, net zero, and food safety.

The fourth coffee wave and what to expect in the ready-to-drink beverage market
Coffee culture has evolved well beyond its traditional role as a morning pick-me-up. Author Anneri Carinus of Synercore Marketing traces the journey from the first coffee wave in the early 1800s to today's thriving RTD category.

Synercore supporting Slipper Day with Reach For A Dream
Synercore proudly supported Slipper Day in aid of the Reach For A Dream Foundation - South Africa's biggest annual fundraiser uniting South Africans to support children battling life-threatening illnesses.

Enzymes: Baking's natural revolution
Phoebe Davin, RnD Technologist at Synercore's test bakery, explains the magic of baking enzymes - how they are revolutionising the baking industry while promoting global sustainability.

Food testing: Beyond the lab
Scientists Anishka le Roux and Dr. Timo Tait of Innovative Research Solutions highlight that food analysis involves complex and rigorous processes - far more intricate than the simplified portrayals often seen on television.

Synercore achieves FSSC 22000 certification again
Synercore's dry blending production facility, Allmark Foods in Hermanstad, Pretoria, has once again successfully achieved FSSC 22000 certification — underscoring the group's commitment to the highest food safety and quality standards.
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We didn't set out to be the biggest. We set out to be essential.
- Dr. Tertius Cilliers, Synercore CEO