Kellogg on track to achieve equal gender parity at the management level by the end of 2025
As of the end of 2022, the company reported an increase in female and racially underrepresented talent across all employee categories.
Archives for April 24, 2023
Under the sustainable sea(weeds): gimme Seaweed talks eco-friendly and organic snacks
Organic seaweed snack maker gimme continues sustainable initiatives through its partnerships in Korea and developing bold flavors and new convenience channels with eco-friendly packaging.
NPD Trend Tracker: From low-carb breads to Australian whisky
From super healthy low carb breads, to whisky hailing from the outback of Australia our latest NPD Trend Tracker covers some of the more interesting ingredient combinations to have launched of late. We also take in new and adventurous crisp flavours...
‘Milestone’ space experiment aims to develop resilient crops to help provide sufficient food amid climate crisis
Last year, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) sent seeds into space. The seeds have now returned and the organisations will begin new efforts to develop resilient crops that...
Meat alternatives made from plants or mycoprotein can lower ‘bad’ cholesterol, finds research
Swapping out meat with plant-based alternatives is likely to benefit cholesterol levels, and over a two-year period, could reduce the risk of developing heart disease by a quarter, say researchers.
CMA guidance on competition law and sustainability – How it affects the food industry
In February, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) released guidance on how competition laws – laws that ensure that agreements between businesses don’t stifle competition – could affect companies striving for sustainability. The guidance said...
3 CPG fundamentals to stay on top in retail in uncertain times
CPG food and beverage brands need to focus on three key business activities to survive the current economic climate, including marketing and innovation basics, cost-cutting measures and capital diversification, a panel of food and beverage experts shared...
Are almond hulls the next big upcycled ingredient? Mattson shares research into potential
Working alongside the Almond Board of California, Mattson is showing the potential of using almond hulls in food and beverage applications, as the upcycling food and beverage trend continues to pick up steam, Al Banisch, chief strategy and client...
Danone’s 2023-2025 DINA Sustainable Food Systems program opens for submissions
Up to five teams will benefit from the funding, which is said to be Danone North America’s largest contribution to the initiative to date.
Nestlé enters into pizza joint venture with PAI
Swiss multinational Nestlé has entered into a joint venture with private equity firm PAI Partners. The venture will focus on Nestlé’s frozen pizza brands in Europe. The company's pizzas already generate around CHF 400mn (€408.5mn) a year, but the new...
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: What will it take to reinvigorate product development that stalled during the pandemic?
After three years of innovation-stifling supply chain and labor challenges paired with record high inflation and a trying economy that has discouraged both investors and adventurous shoppers, food and beverage manufacturers are finally ready to...
Introducing FoodNavigator-USA’s free editorial webinar: Plant-Based Dairy – From Oatmilk to Chickpea Ice Cream on May 17 at 11:30 CT
Sales of plant-based dairy, including milk, cheese and yogurt, continue to grow at a rapid clip despite challenging macroeconomic and market conditions, but units in some categories are dipping slightly, according to recently released SPINS data, raising...
Closing the nutritional gap: How Royal DSM wants to improve plant-based dairy
As the market matures, producing dairy alternatives that are nutritiously similar to traditional dairy is no longer optional, according to the ingredients specialist.
Singapore’s Singrow blooms ambitions to build agricultural powerhouse in Thailand with new partnership
Singapore-based agritech firm Singrow is spreading the seeds of its climate-resilient strawberries into Malaysia, Thailand and China markets via franchise farming, while plotting further expansion through new investors and collaborators.
Coffee with respect: Nestle aims to maximise Malaysian sector potential via NESCAFE sustainability strategy
Nestle Malaysia has highlighted its ambitions to advance the domestic coffee sector by drilling down into local trends and improving crop yields via its NESCAFE Grown Respectfully sustainability strategy.
Taurine’s eye-health benefits ‘very promising’ for functional food applications – China review
Dietary supplementation of taurine, which plays a protective role in the retina, is pivotal in reducing visual fatigue and for the maintenance of ocular health, say researchers.
How NeoGOS innovations are adding value in functional food and skin health markets
In paid partnership with Neo Cremar Co., Ltd.
GOS prebiotics offer a specific set of benefits in manufacturing and commercialisation, as well as a range of health benefits to consumers. How can manufacturers benefit from new innovations in GOS?