Bird flu found in sheep for the first time
The disease has been found in a sheep in the UK
Archives for March 24, 2025
Outcry as Novo Nordisk Foundation eyes UPF classification
The foundation is developing its own food processing guidelines
Hackers targeting ‘weak’ food and beverage industry
Food and beverage has become a prime target for hackers, but industry continues to underestimate the threat
Danone’s Super Bowl commercial masterstroke in a GLP-1 world
We look at why the dairy major tracked GLP-1-related conversations on social media - and how its Super Bowl commercial spoke to the masses
From tuber to egg replacements: The rising potential of potatoes
Protein-packed potatoes drive Polopo’s expansion for natural functional foods
Natural Products Expo West
Mushroom coffees percolate: Functional beverages reinvent morning ritual at Expo West
Functional mushrooms remain hot at Natural Products Expo West, as brands like Four Sigmatic tap into demand for mood-boosting benefits and caffeine moderation
Natural Products Expo West
Chobani bets big on protein in yogurt and RTD coffee
The company boosts its protein content for its yogurt and coffee businesses
Vegan or plant-based: Animal-free food may need a new name
Plant-based has become industry jargon that doesn’t resonate with consumers, but veganism is a loaded word. What should animal-free call itself?
McDonald’s and Lloyds Bank pump funds into ‘critical’ regen ag project
Big food and drink businesses including McDonald’s and McCain Foods have joined forces to bolster sector sustainability
GULFOOD
Agthia optimistic about growth in water, snacking to double revenue in next 5 years
Middle East food and beverage giant Agthia is optimistic about the growth opportunities in water and snacking categories to help the company realise its double revenue growth ambition in the next five years.
BIKA on crucial role of novelty, localisation when marketing snacks to AMEA schoolkids
Malaysia-based snacks brand BIKA has said a more nuanced approached beyond price-sensitivity is key for snacking success, even when it comes to school children.
Japan looks to tighten mineral water safety standards with focus on ‘forever chemicals’
The Japanese government is setting permitted levels of so-called ‘forever chemicals’ in mineral water, with standards set to mirror those of tap water.
Kirin Brewery to boost focus on low and non-alcoholic beverages in 2025
Kirin Brewery has announced a renewed focus on developing more low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages within its portfolio, after the traditional beer sector hit a 17-year high in 2024.
Mouthfeel: How can formulators deliver and stand out in the market?
In paid partnership with Tate & Lyle
Mastering mouthfeel is critical to unlocking taste and delivering on healthier and tastier food. How can formulators get it right? Find out in our Spotlight On broadcast.