Why lactose-free is dairy’s new growth engine
Lactose-free dairy is one of the sector’s biggest growth opportunities. Here’s why…
Dairy
Global dairy’s Big 7 pivot to protein and cheese
In mid 2026, slower milk growth is reshaping production priorities as processors chase stronger returns from cheese, whey and high-value ingredients
12 brands that have nailed the ‘fricy’ trend
Beverages, snack, sauces and even ice cream are turning up the heat with ‘fricy’ offerings
Private-equity firm acquires $1.6 billion Irca as Dubai chocolate trend fuels growth
The Italian baking, chocolate and ice cream ingredients maker will focus on M&A, supply chain optimization and international expansion
Whey boom fuels surge in protein processing expansion
From WPC80 to lactoferrin, dairy companies globally are investing in premium protein capacity to capture growth in the high-end sports nutrition and functional food space
Are investors still interested in precision fermentation?
Products derived from this method still face significant barriers
Former Nestlé CEO in legal dispute with Swiss food giant following sacking
Former Nestlé chief executive officer, Laurent Freixe, is challenging his dismissal in a dispute over lost bonuses and shares
Nutri-Score in the dock: Why Lactalis is taking it to court
The front-of-pack labelling scheme is facing a legal challenge over its algorithm changes
Opinion
Nestlé’s Dairy Plan is strong on disclosure but weak on detail
Disclosing emissions data is crucial for transparency and accountability, but companies like Nestlé must do more to show what’s behind the data
How are Nestlé, Danone and Muscle Milk rethinking reformulation?
Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy
Danone to acquire Made Group
The French company aims to boost APAC expansion with major new acquisition
Is ‘healthy enough’ the new ‘better for you?’
Winning brands balance health, indulgence and convenience
Clear whey drives functional drinks boom amid tightening WPI supply
Active consumers want high-protein drinks that are both nutritious and refreshing. Clear whey has become a key ingredient for such formulations
Iran-US peace deal: What it means for food
The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Nestlé USA eliminates artificial colors as part of broader reformulation overhaul
While Nestlé has reached this particular milestone ahead of schedule, it positions the achievement as one step in a longer-term strategy focused on cleaner labels, product innovation and greater consumer trust
Can Ebola disrupt coffee prices and stocks?
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?
Top 5 flavour trends in dairy
From dessert-inspired indulgence to tropical wellness, where is flavour innovation headed? A look at the latest releases charts the path forward
Why dairy giants see growth in meal replacement brands
Danone, Nestlé and Lactalis have all jumped onto the ‘smart food’ bandwagon via bolt-on acquisitions. Why is the segment so strategically important?
How texture is elevating dairy and alt dairy
From playful crunch to decadent smoothness, brands are increasingly leaning on textural cues to give their products a premium feel
Is big business done with food?
Unilever and IFF are not the only companies viewing food segments as less attractive
Why dairy can’t ignore methane disclosure anymore
Regulation and investor pressure are slowly turning up the heat on dairy majors to report, disclose and reduce their GHG emissions
What foods do GLP-1 users actually like?
Despite reduced appetites, those using GLP-1s still care about taste
How sustainability is becoming ice cream’s next growth ingredient
Premium indulgence and snacking are driving momentum at ice cream major Froneri – and sustainability is underpinning both trends
Nestlé’s global footprint extends reach of startup Helaina’s protein
The partnership is a crucial milestone toward meeting infants’ nutritional needs in larger populations given Nestlé’s global footprint that would be difficult for the startup to achieve independently
How Lactalis’ Protein Works deal sharpens its active nutrition focus
Lifestyle nutrition has become a major CPG bet – and dairy’s richest player just took a slice
Opinion
How the Arla–DMK merger will strengthen Europe’s whey power
With Arla and DMK merged, Europe’s whey processing power will be even more formidable
Heatwave risks: How food manufacturers can prepare now
As Europe heats up, food must be ready
Which brands could Nestlé axe next?
Nestlé wants to become a leaner business. As it weighs its priorities, could brands like Coffee Mate and Carnation become dispensable?
Arla and DMK merge: What now for Europe’s new mega dairy?
Europe’s largest dairy co-op is taking shape, but integration risks will test the strategy
Dairy’s FIFA World Cup foray may be its biggest play yet
Riding health and wellness momentum, dairy has a timely opportunity to scale its message via sport’s most powerful commercial platform
Danone’s €1bn Huel bid sparks competition scrutiny
Danone’s €1bn bid for Huel faces CMA scrutiny, highlighting rising regulatory pressures on Big Food
Danone bets on protein coffee to shake up RTD nutrition
As the company expands its ambient protein shakes range in North America, it quietly backs an emerging category. Would consumers respond?
Where brands should focus their AI strategy now
AI’s real value may lie in helping consumers choose – not discover
Nestlé and Danone: Baby food pouches under fire as microplastics found
Microplastics detected in Nestlé and Danone baby food pouches spark safety concerns
Added fibre: Why fortification is harder than it looks
Adding fibre to foods and beverages could help close the ‘fibre gap’, but reformulation challenges threaten taste and texture
New product development
Just launched: Maggi ready meals, Quorn, Ella’s Kitchen and more…
Plant-based innovation, next-generation kids food and elevated snacking are all key themes in this week’s NPD roundup
From cereulide to botulism: Exposing the fault lines in infant nutrition safety
From recalled product remaining on shelves to weak marketing guidance, regulatory gaps across infant nutrition remain stark
Opinion
Despite fears, the EUDR has retained its force
The simplification kept much of the regulation in place, not compromising as much as feared
From protein to prebiotics: 11 launches tapping into longevity nutrition
Brands are reformulating everyday foods with more protein, fibre and functional ingredients as consumers look to support strength, digestion and long-term wellbeing through daily eating habits
How cottage cheese reinvented itself
Cottage cheese is being reinvented through new formats, younger consumers and rising global demand – and brands are only just getting started
Why is plant-based dairy doing so much better than plant-based meat?
While the two formats both provide vegan alternatives to animal-sourced products, one is a clear winner in terms of market share
Beyond Meat prepares for drinks launch as losses begin to slow
Sales continue to fall, particularly in foodservice, but the company sees some signs of recovery
Unleashing the Cow: Behind Bel’s plan to reignite its iconic brands
Bel wants its brands enshrined into American pop culture. Here’s how the company is planning to make it happen
