News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
Summer Fancy Food Show
Consumer demand for more targeted digestive benefits for different usage occasions is driving innovation across yogurt, fermented foods and traditional botanicals, while raising the stakes for education
Summer Fancy Food Show
While the products differ, food and beverage founders are encouraging consumers to rethink what pantry staples can do
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
Lactoferrin is breaking into the mainstream as precision fermentation makes the ‘miracle molecule’ scalable, animal-free and more affordable
The scientific consensus around the additive does not reflect common attitudes
Summer Fancy Food Show
Established brands are reimagining how consumers use, and think about, olive oil through wellness-focused formats and packaging innovation
The guidance aims for more scientific standards
Japanese tea brand OSK is expanding its caffeine-free range to tap health trends and capture international growth
ThaiFex-Anuga Asia 2026
Thailand’s MUST has launched a range of RTD protein smoothies made from chicken breast, giving 60g protein per bottle and blurring the limits of ‘acceptable’ drinkable ingredients
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
The company outlines a four-year productivity push as it navigates inflation and invests in product innovation
Shopper satisfaction dips nine percentage points, as consumers reduce spending year over year
Nestlé to remove artificial food colourings from all products globally by the end of the year
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.
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
GLP‑1 adoption is scaling rapidly and the brands that win are focusing on delivering nutrition for broader appeal rather than a niche segment
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Kiss the Ground CEO Evan Harrison and FOND Regenerative founder Alysa Seeland explain why rising consumer awareness is attracting retailers and what must happen before regenerative products can scale
United Arab Emirates (UAE) based Agthia has entered the energy drink category with a world-first invention, attempting to appeal to a modern audience with a major regional ingredient: dates
News Bites
Cleaning up labels is no longer enough – value-driven consumers are forcing the industry to rethink the balance of price, health and convenience
Consumers want their problems solved and that’s how brands can grow
Sweets & Snacks Expo
The confection giant is leveraging protein, zero-sugar products and cross-category brand extensions to reach new consumers and help retailers merchandise a changing snacking landscape
India’s recent reforms span ingredient restrictions and digital trade systems aimed at strengthening food traceability and supporting domestic and global trade
As consumers become more selective about calories and spending, Kellanova is building snacks around specific occasions and need states—using protein-packed RXBAR launches and sensory-driven Cheez-It Crunch as examples of a broader innovation strategy
GLP-1 drugs are changing how consumers snack, but confectionery sales remain strong and new opportunities are opening up
Exclusive insights from senior leaders in Asia’s nutra, food and beverage sectors are coming your way this July, via our Growth Asia Summit 2026
Mars to introduce artificial-colour-free M&M’s but reformulation challenges leave two colours out in the cold
Elmhurst 1925 extends clean-label portfolio with RTD plant protein shakes
The state of fermentation and cultivated ingredients: Where are we now?
Startups producing colors, proteins, sweeteners and specialty ingredients through fermentation are attracting investment, regulatory approvals and commercial partnerships as manufacturers seek alternatives to constrained conventional supply chains
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
Danone has ramped up its portfolio of functional beverages with the agreement to purchase Australia-based Made Group.
Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy
The French company aims to boost APAC expansion with major new acquisition
本期探讨本土化、功能创新与高端化如何助力品牌赢得亚洲各地消费者
This edition examines how localisation, functional innovation and premiumisation are helping brands win consumers across Asia
Users perceive sweeteners differently to sugar
If functional snacks are booming, the ingredients powering them show a category in transition
As parents seek foods with multiple health benefits, Danone is updating its iconic kids yogurt brand with a reformulated recipe, refreshed identity and educational summer campaign
In the fibremaxxing boom, expert warn that overconsumption of the nutrient can be harmful to consumers
Winning brands balance health, indulgence and convenience
British households with GLP-1 users have knocked £780m off their annual grocery bills
A forthcoming federal definition for ultra-processed foods could influence front-of-pack nutrition labeling requirements, product reformulation efforts and compliance timelines across the food industry
The move reflects a broader industry shift as protein bars – and better-for-you snacking – continue to move into the mainstream
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
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
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
That question, and concerns about nutrition programs, food safety oversight and packaging mandates, was at the center of the produce industry’s lobbying push on Capitol Hill last week
US rollout aims to fill gap between toddler food and traditional snacks for kids 4 years-plus
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