Fonterra’s consumer arm posts 103% profit increase
Hurrell says ‘it’s the right choice’ to sell the co-op’s consumer business, which recorded the highest YoY operating profit increase across the group in FY25 Q3
Archives for May 29, 2025
What the latest high stakes cyberattack signals for the snack aisle
A $20m ransomware attack just rocked a major crypto firm but the warning isn’t just for tech. Food manufacturers are squarely in the crosshairs, too.
How can food and beverage guard against geopolitical dangers?
Global conflict is placing food production in jeopardy. What can industry do to protect itself?
Startup Spotlight
Blobs brings fun and flavor fusion to better-for-you gummies
Startup gummy brand Blobs stands out in the better-for-you sweets set by leaning into the playful, colorful and fun spirit of classic candy — while delivering innovative, natural and low-sugar options
Smart brands are cleaning up their clean labels
Clean label used to be the goal. Now it’s just the baseline and the smartest brands are going further, stripping out the fluff, tightening the science and telling a clearer story
Rethinking plant-based: Consumers want natural, minimally processed foods, says Dipsy Dips
Singapore-based hummus brand Dipsy Dips says a focus on the traditions of plant-based eating can overcome growing consumer unease with the category.
Hybrid push: Korean food tech firm targets halal growth across B2B and B2C markets
Seoul-based food tech firm Simple Planet hopes its blended B2B-B2C model, including cell-based and functional foods, can tap into the growing halal market in APAC and Middle East.