Memorial Day: Will softer prices boost ice cream sales?
Americans are eating less ice cream than ever - but with softer prices this year, the category is poised for gains
Archives for May 21, 2025
Summer barbecue prices set for record highs, but do not blame tariffs
Prices of grilling-related foods and beverages are heating up, but trade tensions and tariffs might not be the main reason for higher prices
USDA deregulation efforts of organic standards threaten industry growth and trust in seal
The Organic Trade Association warns USDA’s proposal to rollback new rules for organic pet food and mushrooms without consulting industry could choke market access and undermine the program’s collaborative foundation
Have processed ingredients unravelled Zoe’s ‘wholefood’ image?
Zoe can no longer claim that its “wholefood” supplement is UPF-free, with two more-than-minimally processed ingredients in the mix.
Sweets & Snacks Expo
How are chocolate brands navigating cocoa supply?
Through flavor innovations, cocoa alternatives and stronger farmer relationships, companies are balancing consistency and quality with pricing pressures
Big Interview
RSPO head on EUDR, palm alternatives, and the future of sustainability
The palm oil sector is being transformed by policy, technology, and increasing demand
Eat chocolate, lower risk? New research fuels healthier indulgence
Can chocolate really improve blood pressure and reduce heart disease risk? Emerging research suggests it might – and the findings are sweet news
Plant-based meat healthier than other UPFs
A new guide suggests that plant-based is an outlier compared to other UPFs, particularly processed meat
FOOD AND BEVERAGE TRAILBLAZERS
RTC pastes: Culture and convenience combo crucial to entice young Asian consumers
Ready-to-cook (RTC) pastes can tap the rising at-home cooking boom in Asia by including a combo of heritage and convenience in their innovations.
UAE and South Korea pegged as ‘dark horses’ in regional food AI leadership
National AI prioritisation by the UAE and South Korea could see both nations leading regional AI usage for the food sector in the near future.
How sugarcane extract can enhance taste in sugar-reduced food and drinks
Researchers are turning to sugarcane extract as a natural solution that can enhance both sweetness and mouthfeel.
Science Shorts: Our five top food science, research and tech stories this month
Functional food R&D, AI in food manufacturing, PepsiCo APAC and more in this edition of Science Shorts