A ton of milk per cow lost in bird flu-stricken herd – study
The costly financial and milk production consequences of H5N1 infections in US dairy have been laid bare in new research
Archives for March 18, 2025
Trump’s ‘zero-sum game’ on trade reshapes global food and beverage supply chains
The Trump administration’s trade and health policies are complicating supply chains in several key areas, requiring CPG companies to take a proactive approach to maintain market share and margins
Natural Products Expo West
Spate uses Popularity Index to award ‘top trending’ brands at Expo West and uncover effective marketing strategies
All of the cool kids are at Natural Products Expo West, but with thousands of exhibitors and more than 60,000 attendees at this year’s show, finding the brands with the trendiest products and the most traction is a challenge – which is where market...
Natural Products Expo West
Trendspotting at Expo West: Emerging flavors, textures and health benefits
Thousands of food and beverage companies debuted new products at Natural Product Expo West earlier this month – making it the perfect place to spot new breakout ingredients, certifications, claims, flavors and more
Retailers ‘failing’ at driving change in emissions from meat, dairy
A new report has found ‘a disconnect’ between US and European food retailers’ net-zero aspirations and their actions
Unilever reveals top 4 innovation-driving food trends
The future dishes appearing on foodservice and restaurant menus are key trend indicators for food manufacture. Here are the key takeaways from Unilever
Rapid bird flu spread needs ramped up biosecurity response
The threat of bird flu to human health has ramped up as the pathogen’s spread continues to bring poultry flock numbers down worldwide
Trump could kill Europe’s food and drink geographical protections
Cracks are starting to emerge in geographical protections. But could they disappear for good?
How AI is cutting violations in food
AI’s food industry applications continue to develop as companies seek to gain production efficiencies among other benefits
China’s STARFIELD expands plant-based snacks, taps R&D and partnerships for growth
Food tech outfit STARFIELD, which has developed more than 300 plant-based protein foods, is expanding its China market reach through partnerships with major brands, including KFC, Luckin Coffee, and FamilyMart.
FSANZ proposes new rules for caffeine in foods to address overconsumption risk
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is proposing new caffeine regulations for retail foods to mitigate overconsumption risks among vulnerable groups.
Carlsberg Malaysia pledges to continue with premium strategy despite Singapore sales dip
Carlsberg Malaysia is forging ahead with its premiumisation strategy across Malaysia and Singapore despite sales in the category dipping in the last quarter of 2024.
Healthier Snacking in APAC: Join us for the final, free-to-attend webinar of the Positive Nutrition 2025 series
In this final webinar wrapping up our international Positive Nutrition 2025 series, FoodNavigator-Asia takes a look into the healthier snacking category, with insights from industry leaders who have found success in one of APAC’s fastest-growing food...