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As veganism declines and plant-based brands struggle, could the solution be to stop marketing products as vegan? Taste, health and value may hold the key to the future success of animal-free food.
Experts say consumer acceptance and food safety concerns, including technical and regulatory barriers, remain key hurdles to wider adoption of biobased packaging.
Australia’s consumer watchdog is looking into alleged food fraud after forensic tests flagged misleading origin claims and possible adulteration in supermarket products.
Lindt & Sprüngli has expanded its Excellence range with the launch of a new 100% cocoa dark chocolate bar, responding to growing demand for higher-cocoa products while advancing its commitment to Rain…
Food startups are reinventing instant meals with better ingredients, bold flavors, nutrition and convenience for today’s consumers.
Many consumers still care about sustainability, especially in areas such as packaging and locality. However, taste and affordability often overshadow sustainability concerns, with consumers prioritisi…
From retro packaging to revived favourites, discover why nostalgia has become confectionery's defining trend and what comes next for brands.
UAE healthier food system, OSK eyes regional growth and Iran war food casualties feature in this edition of Middle East Focus
Protein demand is on the rise in the Middle East just like everywhere else
PepsiCo is doubling down on expanding its Middle East production, with Iraq emerging as a strong focus market
The PCRM is suing the USDA and HHS, alleging a "secret panel" of meat and dairy industry insiders illegally influenced the 2025 Dietary Guidelines.
The Hershey Company's Reese’s teams up with viral coffee brand The Nitro Bar for seasonal launch as confectionery brands embrace cross-category collaborations and beverage innovation.
Why are food manufacturers excited about allulose? Explore its health benefits, regulatory hurdles, functionality and supplier landscape.
Side-effects from GLP-1 use, such as acute pancreatitis, blindness and even death, have been reported widely since the drugs became popular. But could consumer concern around these drugs reduce uptake…
2026's El Niño has already been predicted as a 'super El Niño'. Now, the UK's Met Office is predicting that it could be the largest in living memory, perhaps even the largest since the 19th century.
Walmart's Q2 same-store sales grew just 2.6%, missing analyst expectations and sending stock down 9%, despite strong core grocery performance and e-commerce growth.
Lightweighting and recycled-content gains helped PepsiCo reduce its plastic footprint, but the company says circular packaging depends on the systems that support it.
US grocery sales are falling as SNAP eligibility changes accelerate volume declines and push shoppers toward staples, value brands and lower-priced stores.
Mondelēz is premiumising brands from Cadbury to Toblerone as it looks to capitalise on growing demand for indulgence and drive long-term growth.
From rizz and 6-7 to brainrot, research reveals when internet slang helps food and drink brands connect – and when it makes them sound inauthentic.
Health halos in India, Asahi cyberattack, PFAS and more feature in this edition of Safety First
Hershey unveils its biggest Halloween range yet, combining seasonal confectionery, savoury snacks and better-for-you options as it looks to capitalise on growing demand for novelty, collectability and…
Conversation around GLP-1s in Europe has grown sharply in Europe in the past year, with conversations around them doubling. However, what consumers associate with GLP-1s is broadly diverse.
Target reports a strong Q2 with 5.3% sales growth and a massive $1 billion tariff refund. Discover how the retailer's food strategy boosted its 2026 outlook.
The FTC warns businesses that undisclosed personalized pricing violates federal law.
Barilla Group, founded in Parma, Italy in 1877 as a pasta shop, is now the world's biggest pasta company. How did the family-owned Italian business survive nearly a century and a half to reach the sca…
Confectionery fraud is rising as volatile cocoa markets, premium ingredient demand and supply chain disruption create new opportunities for adulteration, substitution and counterfeiting. Discover the…
PepsiCo’s nutrition strategy reflects investment in modernizing legacy brands to meet fragmented consumer demand for health-forward products, according to results from its 2025 ESG report.
Lawsuits against Utz and Campbell's, and a UC Davis study raise questions about avocado oil authenticity, costs and the anti-seed-oil trend reshaping snacks.
While Unilever is offloading its food brands to McCormick, it will retain co-ownership of Lipton Ice Tea as part of Pepsi Lipton, its joint venture with PepsiCo.
FDA is considering petitions for safflower yellow, expanded gardenia blue uses and changes to carrot oil as food makers replace synthetic dyes.
Cadbury renews partnerships with Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham, highlighting the growing role of experiential collaborations in confectionery marketing.
New matcha brands are using canned lattes, stick packs and sparkling drinks to make the popular beverage easier to enjoy.
Wait-and-see is over. European F&B companies are targeting vertically integrated US businesses to lock down supply chains, boost margins and dodge tariffs.
Jif’s first major rebrand in 30 years includes updated packaging, snack-forward imagery and revised product branding aimed at capturing more diverse snacking occasions as consumers increasingly replac…
New research links long-term xanthan gum consumption to gut inflammation and microbiome changes, raising questions for food manufacturers.
New data from IFF, PwC, BCG and The Harris Poll UK challenges assumptions about GLP-1 consumers, bakery demand, grocery spending and product development.
Regional flavors are going global, but industrial production can erase their identity. Patang reveals how provenance, consistency and scale can coexist.
Check out our top 10 most-read F&B industry stories from July 2026
India’s food safety landscape highlights why health and wellness brands need evidence-backed claims, transparent labelling and robust traceability.
Beverage giant Kirin went in big as of the first in the market to turn its own postbiotic ingredient into a commercial drink
Three emerging consumer tools, from AI to GLP-1s, are set to transform eating habits and disrupt traditional food industry growth.
Cadbury owner Mondelēz International has partnered with Australian beauty brand MCoBeauty to launch a Dairy Milk Watermelon chocolate bar and matching cosmetics collection, highlighting the growing tr…
New IFIC data highlights rising consumer fears over artificial dyes. See how WK Kellogg, Nestlé and private label brands are reformulating their foods.
Gen Alpha is already influencing snack purchases, with NIQ research showing a growing focus on nutrition, ingredients, health benefits and better-for-you options.
Nestlé is developing products tailored to GLP-1 users, using AI and nutritional science to address challenges including muscle loss, dehydration and rebound hunger, as the food giant positions itself…
When consumers talk about GLP-1s, what do they call them? Do they use brand names like Ozempic and Mounjaro, shorthands like 'fat jabs,' or the clinical term itself?
Grupo Bimbo is testing hydrogen-fired ovens, regenerative agriculture, renewable energy and electric vehicles as it targets net-zero emissions by 2050.
Food brands can drive growth by helping children develop positive eating habits
Recent honorees across the global HCM Excellence Awards include Kraft Heinz, Mondelēz International, Unilever, and PepsiCo BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As Horizon Family Bran…
Ritter Sport and Haribo team up for the first time to launch limited-edition Balla Bites chocolate bar amid confectionery's booming collaboration trend.
With 'sardinemaxxing', another food has exploded into prominence due to social media virality. At the heart of every 'maxxing' trend, including protein and fibre, is an overfocus on a single food ingr…
As consumer interest in gut health grows, researchers are working to establish a standardized definition that could help guide science, clinical practice, consumer education and future health claims.
Lactose-free Philadelphia cream cheese and clean-label Heinz ketchup could attract consumers previously unable to engage with the food giant’s portfolio.
Brands should reconsider disruption in consumer loyalty patterns, as many shoppers experimented with “private brands, different retailers and new purchase behaviors as they searched for ways to manage…
Consumer indulgence in confectionery is evolving, with premiumisation, wellness, sustainability and sensory experiences reshaping category innovation.
Discover the latest limited-time snack launches from Oreo, Pringles, Joyride, Pepperidge Farm, Day Out Snacks and more, including autumn flavours and consumer-led creations.
从可口可乐的本土化努力到中国对替代蛋白和减少食物浪费的推动，我们探讨中国的食品饮料行业如何适应不断变化的消费者需求和可持续发展需求。
From Coca-Cola’s localisation efforts to China’s push for alternative proteins and food waste reduction, we explore how the country’s food and beverage sector is adapting to evolving consumer and sust…
China’s future food roadmap puts alternative proteins at the centre of efforts to strengthen food security, nutrition and sustainability.
Coca-Cola taps on localised product innovation, digital engagement and community initiatives to strengthen consumer connections in China, as the beverage giant posted 8% unit case volume growth across…
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Ferrero Group announced its acquisition of Purely Elizabeth. Founder Elizabeth Stein will continue as CEO as the brand operates independently.
PFAS usually gets into food through contaminated soil, water, and animal feed, explains the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). If food manufacturers want to keep PFAS out of food, they must remove…
pladis targets pumpkin spice trend with new Flipz and Dunkin’ collaboration. The limited-edition pretzels combine sweet and salty flavours as seasonal launches and cross-brand partnerships continue to…
Louis Dreyfus Company launches a purified pea protein isolate to eliminate sensory off-notes in high-protein drinks, sodas and weight-loss companion products.
7UP is rolling out its first flavor reformulation in more than 15 years, shifting the brand from a traditional lemon-lime profile to a more lime-forward taste.
The future of frozen treats may depend less on convincing consumers to view these desserts as a health food and more on helping them find products that fit the occasion they already have in mind.
Private label is shedding its budget image as retailers invest in premium ingredients, innovation and branding. Discover how premium own-label products are reshaping consumer perceptions, driving grow…
Kraft Heinz, Mondelēz, Hershey and PepsiCo all posted faster sales growth abroad than in the US in Q2 2026. Here's the data, the regions driving it, and why.
Cereals, GLP-1 and global trade feature in this edition of ANZ Focus
Mondelēz tops Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery’s 2026 Global Top 100 candy companies ranking, ahead of Mars and Ferrero, as confectionery sales remain strong.
Nutri-Score was once the favourite to be rolled out across the EU on a mandatory basis. Those days are gone, meaning that in all likelihood, the continent's other front-of-pack labelling schemes are h…
As the Trump administration rolls out new section 301 tariffs, food industry experts warn of supply chain disruptions, lawsuits and rising import costs.
Sen. Bernie Sanders slams large food retailers as a new GAO report details the high volume of retail employees utilizing SNAP and Medicaid benefits.
The future of sustainable food may lie less with brands and more with their suppliers, which are investing in regenerative agriculture, traceability and climate-smart infrastructure to build more tran…
Hershey is ramping up its premiumisation strategy through innovation, acquisitions and seasonal offerings as it targets growth beyond mainstream confectionery.
Kerry Latin America CEO Marcio Luz discusses GLP-1-driven food innovation, rising protein demand, M&A ambitions, biotechnology investment and the consumer trends reshaping one of the world's fastest-e…
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is being implemented over time. Limits on PFAS are now enforceable, but in the future, harmonised labelling, rules on composting, and limits fo…
Mars celebrates its 115th anniversary, marking five generations of family ownership as the maker of M&M's, Snickers and Twix looks to shape the future of food through innovation, sustainability and lo…
The pumpkin spice craze is still mainly focused on North American markets, but Europe is catching on. Here are some of the newest product releases for pumpkin spice season.
As FDA’s synthetic dye phaseout accelerates demand for natural colors, manufacturers, suppliers and retailers are working to overcome sourcing, scalability and cost challenges through coordinated supp…
Krispy Kreme reported improved profitability in Q2 2026, with adjusted EBITDA up 43.2% and net losses narrowing by $421.3m. The doughnut maker's turnaround plan is gaining traction, but revenue remain…
The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is applicable from 12 August. The regulation introduces PFAS limits, aims to harmonise recycling and pushes for packaging to be designed for re…
Grupo Bimbo, Warburtons, ARYZTA and other bakery leaders are investing billions in factories, automation and logistics. Discover what's driving the biggest manufacturing shake-up in decades.
The inventor of cream cheese enters the beverage category with a first-of-its-kind latte inspired by the morning ritual of bagels and coffee...
After 157+ years in the ketchup game, HEINZ is reimagining its ketchup bottle to let fans choose their perfect squeeze KEY SUMMARY BULLETS:...
The inventor of cream cheese enters the beverage category with a first-of-its-kind latte inspired by the morning ritual of bagels and coffee...
Mondelēz unveils its 2026 Christmas confectionery range, featuring new Cadbury and Toblerone Biscoff launches alongside festive favourites.
Functional beverage brand Roxii Supercube is carving out its own space in the crowded functional beverage market by tapping into the frozen aisle as a destination for personalized nutrition.
Nestlé’s decision to close its Diósgyőr factory highlights how rising costs, shifting seasonal demand and manufacturing rationalisation are reshaping the confectionery industry.
Drought has hit Europe, affecting the UK, France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy and may other countries. How have crop yields been impacted by this? Have some crops been more resilient than others?
When a brand is licensed to a different company in a different geography, how much control does its owner maintain, and how much lies with the licnesee? This kind of arrangement is common: for example…
Lotus Bakeries is investing €500m in Biscoff production as speculoos demand surges across Europe, the US and Asia – but what is driving its growth?
Here’s why all alternative protein companies globally need to factor China in their production strategy to scale, compete and reduce costs
After 157+ years in the ketchup game, HEINZ is reimagining its ketchup bottle to let fans choose their perfect squeeze KEY SUMMARY BULLETS:...
New HHS proposals mandate FDA GRAS notifications for additives and addresses a definition for ultra-processed foods, sparking consumer brand backlash and advocate critiques.
Why is private label growing globally? Private label products continue to gain market share as consumers seek value and retailers look for higher margins, greater control over supply chains and stron…
What are functional drinks? Functional drinks are beverages designed to provide benefits beyond hydration, such as supporting gut health, energy, recovery, relaxation, immunity or cognitive performan…
今月のJapan Focusでは、アサヒのビール隣接カテゴリーへの注力と東アフリカへの事業拡大、カルビーのパーソナライズド グラノーラ、フードテックへの政府投資などを取り 上げています.
This edition features Asahi’s focus on its beer adjacent categories and East Africa expansion, Calbee’s personalised granola, government investment into food technology, and more.
A federal court ordered the USDA to rewrite its GMO labeling rules by Jan. 1, 2028, closing loopholes for highly processed foods and QR code disclosures.
今月のMiddle East Focusでは、Agthia社のデーツを使ったFuell、イラン・米国間の対立と食料品価格、UAEのNutri-Markのデジタル化を取り上げています
Discover how Wiliot's battery-free IoT tags and AI technology are helping Walmart monitor grocery supply chains, tracking temperature for perishables nationwide.
NielsenIQ explains in this episode of FoodNavigator-USA’s Soup-To-Nuts podcast how AI, social commerce, digital merchandising and faster fulfillment are reshaping impulse shopping online and in stores…
今月のScience Shortsでは、極東のフードテック、スマートラベル、ヘルシーエイジングを取り上げています。
今月のHealthier Choicesでは、カルビーのグラノーラ、ペプシコの栄養戦略の詳細、日本企業が展開するカフェインフリーのお茶を取り上げています
Baobab, which originates in Africa, has been consumed for thousands of years. But now, it is gaining popularity as a functional ingredient, due to its density in vitamin C, its gut health credentials,…
GLP-1 drugs including semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide may be linked to more than 150 deaths and thousands of adverse reactions, according to the UK's Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulat…
The price of whey is still rising. How much could this affect the production of baby formula, which often uses whey as several key nutrients for babies are contained within it?
Chocolate leakage isn't always an ingredient problem. Discover why process consistency, chocolate batons and production performance matter as much as specification in modern bakery manufacturing.
The European Commission's full Mars-Kellanova merger ruling reveals why regulators rejected concerns over brand power and retailer leverage – and what the decision means for future food and snack indu…
WK Kellogg says new recipes free of controversial food colorants will be introduced across its cereal portfolio, including flagship Froot Loops and Apple Jacks brands, later this year.
Celsius Holdings missed Q2 earnings estimates as its PepsiCo integration of Alani Nu and Rockstar caused growing pains. Read about the $300M stock buyback.
PITTSBURGH & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Kraft Heinz Company (Nasdaq: KHC) announced today that the Company's Board of Directors declared...
Second Quarter Highlights Net sales decreased 1.4%; Organic Net Sales (1) decreased 1.3% Gross profit margin decreased 200 basis points to...
Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss the latest local housing news.
Clean label, GLP-1 and cultivated meat feature in this edition of Trend Tracker
Germany will be the first EU market to launch Novo Nordisk's Wegovy pill in September, with further European rollouts planned in late 2026.
Nestlé is expanding After Eight beyond Mint for the first time in over 60 years, launching Caramel, Orange and Raspberry flavours alongside a brand refresh.
CEO Steve Cahillane says Kraft Heinz is raising brand investment "from a position of strength" as US consumption improves and separation plans stay on hold.
FDA submitted its proposed ultra-processed food definition as a white paper instead of a rule. Here’s what that means for food labeling, reformulation and future regulations.
Why did Nestlé sell 50% of its Waters business to Platinum Equity? Analysts unpack the rationale behind Peranel, the valuation, risks and growth prospects.
Once, calorie-counting was the predominant way in which consumers tried to lose weight. Now, diet culture has shifted, with consumers instead gravitating towards diets such as keto and paleo which pri…
How are food giants such as Nestlé, Barry Callebaut, Danone and Kraft Heinz preparing for El Niño? Boosting supply chain resilience, diversifying sourcing and investing in farmer productivity are just…
Beyond Meat continues to struggle in Q2, although its revenue and sales declines are starting to slow. In international retail, particularly Europe and Canada, net revenue and sales are up. This, beli…
Ferrara launches Trolli Spicy Crawlers with free Jeff Cole-designed trainers, highlighting the rise of swicy confectionery and experiential marketing.
GLP-1 use for weight loss has surpassed diabetes management for the first time, Numerator reports, as 22% of US households now include a GLP-1 user.
Why is the world's first floating dairy farm closing? Floating Farm in Rotterdam has been put up for sale after its owners became embroiled in a regulatory dispute over a replacement emissions-reduci…
Explore the biggest themes from IFT FIRST 2026, including food misinformation, functional nutrition, AI and sustainable innovation.
BellRing Brands outlines how Premier Protein plans to sustain growth through innovation, new channels, operational discipline and pricing amid rising competition.
Stranger Things, Wednesday and Wicked tie-ins show why movie collabs work for snack brands, with 68% of consumers buying co-branded or special edition products.
A federal appeals court ruled a First Amendment case against USDA and FDA's ban on low-FODMAP food labels can move forward in district court.
Food and beverage innovation is moving beyond the traditional seasonal calendar, with brands increasingly focused on fast-moving trends and micro-seasons.
Can adults eat full-fat dairy every day without harming health? A new 12-week study from researchers at the University of Toronto found that adults consuming three daily servings of full-fat dairy ex…
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From Main Street, U.S.A. to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the expansive alliance unlocks possibilities for fans to connect with beloved Disney...
An inside look at how Kraft Heinz brands joined the conversation around soccers biggest tournamentthrough culturally relevant activations...
From Main Street, U.S.A. to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the expansive alliance unlocks possibilities for fans to connect with beloved Disney...
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