News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
America’s obesity rate is falling as GLP-1 use reaches record highs, with similar trends emerging elsewhere and raising fresh questions about the future of food demand
Barry Callebaut posts first quarterly volume growth in two years, amid ongoing weakness in the global chocolate market
The world’s biggest bakery company says it will become the first in its category to remove artificial colours, flavours, preservatives and emulsifiers across such a broad portfolio of everyday baked goods by the end of 2028
Volatile cocoa markets and growing supply concerns fuel the rise of alt cocoa as manufacturers fight to futureproof chocolate
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Economic pressure, growing health awareness and AI-powered product evaluation are making shoppers more selective, forcing snack brands to prove their value beyond price, says NielisenIQ’s Chris Costagli
Six months in, Hein Schumacher is focused on profitability, discipline and execution, but can he turn stabilisation into sustainable growth?
Betagro chicken noodles, Thai Union snacks and fresh soymilk feature in this edition of New Protein Watch
The cocoa crisis has exposed a much bigger challenge for manufacturers – preserving flavour, texture, quality and consumer trust while navigating a volatile ingredient market
The company outlines a four-year productivity push as it navigates inflation and invests in product innovation
Confectionery’s biggest names are no longer just watching the alternative cocoa space – they’re shaping it
The Italian baking, chocolate and ice cream ingredients maker will focus on M&A, supply chain optimization and international expansion
Nestlé to remove artificial food colourings from all products globally by the end of the year
Confectionery giant invests €1.5m in young scientists through Mars Impact Fund
Convenience, wellness and cultural identity are reshaping what people eat, driving five global food trends influencing brands today
There is still a week left until the Growth Asia Summit 2026 and we can confirm the attendance of retailers active in the region’s health and nutrition space, including Alpro Pharmacy, China’s JD Health and Guardian Singapore.
The Ingredion-Tate & Lyle deal signals a shift in the ingredients industry, where technical expertise is becoming as valuable as the ingredients themselves
FMCGs are setting big targets but they’re not always credible, says new report
Nestlé steps up efforts to transform farming practices as pressure mounts to decarbonise global supply chains.
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Cleaning up labels is no longer enough – value-driven consumers are forcing the industry to rethink the balance of price, health and convenience
At‑home cooking, Latin‑inspired launches, a larger McCormick de Mexico stake and the ongoing Unilever integration shaped the quarter
Private equity is reshaping food and beverage, but rising costs raise questions over just how far it can go
Creating a heat-stable natural red remains one of food science’s toughest colour challenges
Consumers want their problems solved and that’s how brands can grow
Nestlé promotes Antonia Wanner to chief communications and sustainability officer, signalling sharper focus on credibility and long-term growth
Will agentic commerce deliver on the personalization food and beverage has been trying to achieve?
GLP-1 drugs are changing how consumers snack, but confectionery sales remain strong and new opportunities are opening up
Nestlé makes regenerative agriculture mainstream in sustainability shift that could reshape standards across confectionery
Under a new two-tier system, some gene-edited crops will face simplified regulation
The state of fermentation and cultivated ingredients: Where are we now?
The future of sweetness may not be about replacing sugar with a single ingredient, but about redesigning how sweetness itself is built
The state of fermentation and cultivated ingredients: Where are we now?
Precision fermentation player scales OvoPro production, with 550% growth in first four months of 2026
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has launched an app to bring its national nutritional labelling system to the next level
If functional snacks are booming, the ingredients powering them show a category in transition
Döhler’s acquisition of Nukoko highlights cocoa-free chocolate’s move into the mainstream
Lindt hits 100% certified cocoa as Big Confectionery shifts focus to responsible sourcing
Consumers aren’t simply looking for something tasty. Mondelēz International’s latest report suggests they increasingly want food that entertains, comforts and gives them something worth talking about
Winning brands balance health, indulgence and convenience
Global flavours, artisan credentials and algorithm-driven demand are colliding in the bakery aisle, creating new opportunities – and new pressures – for bakers around the world
Mondelēz names Amit Banati EVP and CFO, signalling continuity and a sharper focus on execution, as competition in snacking intensifies
The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Chinese consumers are among the most discerning in the world, and guilt-free indulgence is leading local innovation trends. Here are four ways food firms can capitalise
A new campaign on ultra processed food education highlights systemic nutrition barriers, while food science experts stress the need to define the polarizing term before linking it to health outcomes
The border closure between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised concerns over potential disruption to coffee trade - but is there a risk to global coffee prices?
Fake contamination claims, AI-generated complaint letters and manipulated food images are creating a new fraud risk that regulators, delivery platforms and food businesses are struggling to contain
Food and beverage giant says it might reverse coffee price hikes as commodity costs decline
Nestlé leans into bold, trend-driven twists while Ghirardelli bets on premiumization of classic flavors to reach consumers looking for ‘homemade’ indulgence
Snack brands are targeting fluid eating occasions with products that deliver nutrition in smaller portable formats, aligning with healthier snacking trends to suit busier lifestyles