A multi-layered ‘snacks-perience’: How to capitalise on the top 10 trends defining 2025
The global snack market is undergoing a transformation, driven by shifting consumer behaviours, bold new flavours and changing health priorities
Archives for March 11, 2025
‘We need to leave that behind’: Unilever CEO on ice cream demerger
Ice Cream was ‘a clear outlier’ in Unilever’s portfolio, according to the new chief executive who is seeking to accelerate the company’s growth plans
RFK, Jr. seeking to eliminate self-affirmed GRAS
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is directing the acting FDA commissioner to explore the elimination of the self-affirmed GRAS pathway for ingredients.
US dairy exports soar as China tariffs go live
Dairy, beef and soybean products are slapped with a 10% levy as Beijing hits back at US-imposed tariffs
How Coca-Cola creates billion dollar brands
The Coca-Cola Company now boasts 30 billion-dollar brands: from classics such as Coca-Cola and Sprite to newer winners like Smartwater, Fairlife and Fuze Tea. How does it create billion dollar brands?
Natural Products Expo West
Meat snack’s moment: Expo West exhibitors address on-the-go protein demands
Meat snack brands Chomps, Archer, Think Jerky, Lorissa’s Kitchen and others shared their latest at the 2025 Natural Products Expo West conference, amid a surge in consumer demand for protein and product innovation
Natural Products Expo West
Natural food and beverage industry braces for uncertainty under Trump
Trade tensions and the associated supply chain implications were top concerns among those attending the 2025 Natural Products Expo West Conference
Positive Nutrition Summit
Positive Nutrition Broadcast Series: Healthy alternative drivers in 2025
FoodNavigator-USA’s Healthy Alternatives session explores how food policy and consumer trends are shaping brands’ strategies to appeal to diverse preferences without limiting their audience
Unilever: 5 things we know about new CEO’s strategy
A recent discussion with new Unilever boss, Fernando Fernandez, revealed his short and long-term visions for the company
Record 960% rise in alt protein patents signals industry rebound
Major food and beverage manufacturers, including Nestlé and Unilever, are busily securing alt protein patents as sector grows
GLP-1 challenger claims weight loss while maintaining muscle
A new medical weight loss food has been approved for use in the US, with EU use eyed next
South Korea launches 2025 agrifood plan with focus on supply management, K-Food exports
Reducing food waste and investing in tech to improve shelf life are among the priorities unveiled by South Korea’s Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA).
Hot Right Now: Nestle coffee strategies, Mars Wrigley in AMEA, South Korea e-labelling regulations and more
Nestle coffee strategies, Mars Wrigley in AMEA, South Korea e-labelling regulations and more of our social media trending stories feature in this edition of Hot Right Now.
GULFOOD
Swiss firm eyes market opportunities for dried fruit snacks in Middle East
Switzerland-headquartered yourharvest aims to tap into opportunities for the dried fruit snacks category in the Middle East through its premium product offerings.
Baladna taps high protein dairy, Algerian collaboration for growth after Malaysia venture falls through
Qatari dairy giant Baladna is looking to increase its focus on its high-protein products and extend collaboration with the Algerian government, after a previous joint venture in Malaysia came to an end.