Is this GLP-1.2? New generation of weight-loss drugs moving in
Weight-loss drugs currently being researched are exploring new territory
Archives for February 24, 2025
Agroecology: How introducing natural flora can still protect yields
Agroecology - a means of integrating more sustainability and nature into agricultural practices – does not need to be at the expense of yields, provided the right data and expertise is followed.
‘An exciting time’: Kerry North America CEO on taste and nutrition focus, GLP-1, and what’s next for dairy
We speak to Kerry North America CEO John Cahalane to find out more about the company’s renewed strategy at a time when consumer focus on health and nutrition is reaching a new high
GULFOOD
Barakat targets young consumers with RTD mocktails, seeks to boost category growth
Dubai-headquartered Barakat looks to meet consumer demand for non-alcoholic beverages that replicate the drinking experience with its packaged mocktails, a category that the company hopes to grow in the Middle East and beyond.
UAE’s Meliha launches packaged laban to meet growing demand for organic dairy products
Sharjah Agriculture and Livestock Production (Ektifa)’s dairy brand Meliha has expanded its line-up to include a laban beverage, in response to rising demand for organic products in the UAE.
CBD-infused beverage sales to skyrocket
CBD-infused beverage industry entering period of strong growth. What NPD opportunities does this create?
SKU rationalization & innovation brings frozen brand closer to profitability
Clean-label biscuit business Mason Dixie Foods expects to reach profitability this year with the help of new products and greater awareness of natural foods, partially boosted by government attention
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Danone seeks to rekindle consumers' love of plant-based milk
Sales of plant-based milk have slowed in the past year, but Silk and So Delicious maker Danone still sees significant potential by focusing on fun in addition to function
Nestlé dials in on coffee and health sciences to boost profits
The company is betting big on high-growth categories to boost sales and cut costs
Junk food can increase Alzheimer’s risk
A new study has linked diets high in fat and sugar to increasing Alzheimer’s chances
Cultivated ‘meat’ production takes step closer to meat price parity
SuperMeat and Stämm have partnered to run a bioprocessing pilot with a view to bringing down the cost of cultivated meat
Brand loyalty is declining, but the death knell isn’t ringing yet
The fight between branded and private label has never been so intense, yet it appears the former is losing significant ground. So what’s going on?
India Focus: India Budget 2025, Nestle local strategies, cultivated meat potential and more
India Budget 2025, Nestle local strategies, cultivated meat potential and more feature in this edition of India Focus.
Decoupling drawbacks: Why APAC food innovation efforts need to take growth more seriously
APAC food and beverage companies need to ensure that innovation efforts and investments can contribute to meaningful growth and keep pace with the maturation of the industry.
‘Crucial for quality’: India tightens food safety standards for e-commerce platforms
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched a series of training programmes to address rising food safety concerns in the e-commerce market.
Thai Union cautiously optimistic of ‘better’ FY2025 led by ambient and RTD categories
Seafood giant Thai Union has expressed optimism for a better business environment in FY2025,but has urged continued caution over existing macroeconomic challenges.